The Sunshine Town - Newport, N.H. (pop. 6,500) is a small and friendly town (incorporated in 1761) with unparalleled quality of life nestled in the hills of scenic Upper Connecticut River valley and southwestern New Hampshire, conveniently located between Interstates 89 and 91.

The community is governed by Town Meeting, an elected 5 member Selectboard and an appointed Town Manager. Newport also serves as the County Seat of Sullivan County.