Places

New Place — William Shakespeare’s final Stratford residence New Place New Place in Stratford-upon-Avon was William Shakespeare’s family home in later life. The house was demolished in the 18th century; the site is now an interpretive garden and herit…

New Plymouth, Idaho — Overview and Community Profile New Plymouth, Idaho Concise profile of New Plymouth, Idaho: location, geography, history, economy, community life, and notable features of this small agricultural city in western Idaho.

New Providence — island, capital hub and commercial center of The Bahamas New Providence New Providence is the most populous island of The Bahamas and contains the national capital, Nassau. It is the country's political, financial and tourist center with a rich colonia…

New Rochelle, New York Suburban city in Westchester County on Long Island Sound, founded by Huguenot settlers; a commuter community with historical sites, waterfront parks, diverse neighborhoods, and dow…

New Sharon, Iowa New Sharon is a small city in Iowa, United States. This article summarizes its location, history, community life, economy, and notable features for general reference.

New Site, Alabama New Site is a small incorporated town in Cleburne County, Alabama, United States. It is a rural community with local services, schools, churches and ties to regional history and ou…

New Stuyahok, Alaska Rural Alaska Native village on the Nushagak River. History of relocation, subsistence lifestyle, small population (471 in 2000; 510 in 2010), local services, and a 2008 airport imp…

New York: state, city, and region overview New York An accessible overview of New York covering its geography, history, key institutions, economy, culture, and distinctions between the state and New York City.

New York Harbor A consolidated overview of New York Harbor: its geography, components, history, commercial roles, and modern importance to the New York–New Jersey region.

New York metropolitan area The New York metropolitan area is a vast urban and suburban region centered on New York City, encompassing parts of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania and home to r…

New Zealand (Aotearoa): geography, people, history and nature New Zealand An illustrated overview of New Zealand (Aotearoa): its islands, environment, peoples, languages, government, economy, biodiversity and cultural highlights.

Newark: place name, principal towns, and notable facts Newark Overview of Newark as a place name and the principal towns called Newark in the United States and United Kingdom, with history, key features, and notable sites.

Newark Liberty International Airport Major airport serving the New York metropolitan area, located in New Jersey between Newark and Elizabeth; hub for passengers and cargo and renamed after 9/11.

Newark-on-Trent: market town on the River Trent in Nottinghamshire Newark-on-Trent Newark-on-Trent is a historic market town in Nottinghamshire, England, noted for its castle ruins, large parish church, Civil War history and market traditions, located 14 miles no…

Newark, Ohio Newark is the county seat of Licking County, Ohio, located about 33 miles east of Columbus. Noted for the prehistoric Newark Earthworks, it had 47,573 residents at the 2010 census…

Newberry County, South Carolina Newberry County is a largely rural county in central South Carolina, United States. Its county seat is Newberry; population was about 37,500 at the 2010 census. Known for small-tow…

Newberry, Florida: Overview, History, and Local Characteristics Newberry, Florida Newberry is a small city in Alachua County, Florida, near Gainesville. This article summarizes its location, development, local economy, community features, and notable distinction…

Newbiggin, Eden (Cumbria) — village and civil parish Newbiggin Newbiggin is a small rural village and civil parish in the Eden district of Cumbria, England, noted for its low population and agricultural character; one of several English places…

Newbourne, Suffolk Newbourne Newbourne is a small village and civil parish in the Suffolk Coastal area of Suffolk, England, noted for its rural character and small population (267 in 2001).

Newbridge, County Kildare Newbridge (Droichead Nua) is a town in County Kildare, Ireland, with historic bridge origins, local industry, equestrian links and a role as a commuter and regional service centre.

Newbury, Berkshire Newbury is a historic market town in West Berkshire, England, known for its racecourse, equine training nearby, 16th‑century architecture, and links by road and rail to regional ce…

Newburyport, Massachusetts Coastal city in northeastern Massachusetts at the mouth of the Merrimack River, known for its maritime history, preserved Federal-period downtown, waterfront parks, and cultural fe…

Newby (Eden, Cumbria) — village and civil parish Newby Newby is a small rural village and civil parish in the Eden district of Cumbria, England, noted for its agricultural landscape and historical place-name of Norse origin.

Newcastle (cities): Newcastle upon Tyne; Newcastle, New South Wales; Newcastle, KwaZulu‑Natal Newcastle Overview of three cities named Newcastle: Newcastle upon Tyne (England), Newcastle in New South Wales (Australia), and Newcastle in KwaZulu‑Natal (South Africa). Origins, roles and…

Newcastle upon Tyne: history, culture and landmarks Newcastle upon Tyne Concise encyclopedia entry on Newcastle upon Tyne: its geography, history, landmarks (Tyne Bridge, castle), culture (Geordie dialect), universities, industry, transport and notable…

Newcastle Waters: remote settlement and cattle town in Australia's Northern Territory Newcastle Waters Newcastle Waters is a small, largely abandoned settlement on the Stuart Highway in the Northern Territory, located inside a major cattle station and known for its pastoral history…

Newcastle, New South Wales Coastal city in New South Wales, Australia. Founded as an early penal coal settlement, today a regional centre for port trade, education, beaches and cultural renewal with about 50…

Newdale, Idaho — a small rural city in eastern Idaho, United States Newdale, Idaho Newdale is a small rural city in eastern Idaho, United States, known for its agricultural surroundings, community institutions, and quiet small‑town character.

Newfoundland: island, culture, history and economy Newfoundland Newfoundland is a large island off eastern North America that forms most of the Canadian province Newfoundland and Labrador. This article covers its geography, history, language, e…

Newhalen, Alaska — Lakeside community in Lake and Peninsula Borough Newhalen, Alaska Newhalen is a small incorporated city in southwestern Alaska near Iliamna Lake. This article summarizes its location, community, history, economy, access, and notable features.

Newhall, California: Historic district of Santa Clarita Newhall, California Newhall is the oldest district of Santa Clarita, California. Known for its historic downtown, William S. Hart Park, and film connections, it became part of the city when Santa Clar…

Newhall, Iowa A small city in Benton County, Iowa, United States. Overview of location, character, history, economy, and community life.

Newhaven, East Sussex Newhaven Newhaven is a port town and civil parish on the Sussex coast in England, known for its harbour, maritime history, Newhaven Fort and links to the South Downs. The 2001 census record…

Newington, London (London Borough of Southwark) Newington, London Newington is an area in the London Borough of Southwark, south of the Thames. It blends historic streets and modern redevelopment, notable transport links and local civic and comme…

Newmarket: English market town and centre of Thoroughbred racing Newmarket Newmarket is a Suffolk market town in England known as a global centre of Thoroughbred horse racing, with historic racecourses, training stables, stud farms and horseracing institu…

Newport County, Rhode Island Coastal county in the U.S. state of Rhode Island centered on Newport. Noted for colonial history, Gilded Age mansions, naval institutions, and a tourism-driven coastal economy.

Newport, Arkansas: county seat, river city, and regional center Newport, Arkansas Overview of Newport, a city in northeastern Arkansas on the White River. Covers location, history, economy, civic institutions, and notable features that define the community.

Newport, Indiana Small river town in Vermillion County, Indiana, known for its historic courthouse and the annual Newport Antique Auto Hill Climb, serving as a local government and cultural center…

Newport, Isle of Wight: county town and island centre Newport, Isle of Wight Newport is the principal town of the Isle of Wight, located near the island's centre on the River Medina. It is the administrative, commercial and transport hub of the island.

Newport, Oregon: coastal city, marine science center, and fishing port Newport, Oregon Newport is a coastal city in Lincoln County, Oregon, known for its fishing harbor, marine research centers, lighthouses, and tourist attractions such as the Oregon Coast Aquarium.

Newport, Rhode Island — Seaside city known for sailing, mansions, and naval heritage Newport, Rhode Island Newport is a coastal city on Aquidneck Island in Newport County, Rhode Island, noted for its historic harbor, Gilded Age mansions, sailing traditions, and presence of a major U.S.…

Newquay: coastal town, resort and surfing centre on Cornwall's Atlantic coast Newquay Newquay is a seaside town and fishing port on Cornwall's north Atlantic coast, known for its beaches, surfing culture, tourism economy and the Gannel estuary. Served by an airport…

Newry, Northern Ireland Newry Newry is a city in Northern Ireland on the border between Counties Armagh and Down. A regional market and transport hub on the Belfast–Dublin corridor, it has around 27,000 residen…

Newtok, Alaska Newtok is a small census-designated village in western Alaska known for an ongoing community relocation in response to erosion, flooding and permafrost thaw.

Newton Abbot, Devon Newton Abbot Newton Abbot is a market town and civil parish in Teignbridge, Devon, England, noted for its transport links, racecourse, market traditions and connections to the railway era.

Newton Aycliffe: overview, history, economy and community Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe is a planned town in County Durham near Darlington, with a distinct post‑war history, a large industrial estate, local shopping and community facilities serving the…

Newton County, Arkansas Rural county in the Ozark region of Arkansas, founded in 1842 with Jasper as its county seat. Known for rugged terrain, sparse population, and outdoor recreation including parts of…

Newton County, Missouri — Overview, History, and Communities Newton County, Missouri Newton County in southwest Missouri, with county seat Neosho. A largely rural county within the Joplin area, noted for agriculture, Civil War history around Newtonia, and regional…