Naval Station Newport to expand

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Naval Station Newport to expand
The Associated Press
Posted : Friday Feb 8, 2008 7:46:20 EST

NEWPORT, R.I. — The Navy station in Newport is spending $111 million on an expansion to accommodate an influx of sailors.

Navy Captain Michel Poirier says the improvements are needed to handle an additional 6,800 Navy personnel who are expected to come over the next three years for training.

The projects include building a $4.8 million training pool, renovating buildings and constructing a $24.5 million school for the Naval Supply Corps.

Other proposals that have not yet been approved include building a new fitness center and an Army Reserve center.

Keith Stokes, the executive director of the Newport County Chamber of Commerce, says the increased Navy presence will help the local economy.


Article at: http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/ap_newport_080207/