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EPA awards millions for Chesapeake Bay projects

The EPA is directing tens of millions of dollars toward Chesapeake Bay cleanup projects, including several in the Rappahannock watershed. A 682-thousand-dollar grant will support shoreline restoration, cover crops and oyster reef work at Corbin Hall Farm in Middlesex County. The Rappahannock Tribe will receive about 459-thousand dollars for more than 8 acres of oyster […]

VDOT posts Norris Bridge replacement proposals ahead of public meetings

Materials are now online for the public to review about the proposed replacement of the Norris Bridge ahead of public hearings later this month. VDOT will hold the hearings October 21 in Irvington and October 22 in Locust Hill. Comments can be submitted online, by email or sent by mail through November 2.

Four Middle Neck counties seek 1% local sales tax authority

Mathews, Middlesex, Essex and King and Queen counties are seeking voter approval for the same additional 1% sales tax authority already in place in Gloucester County, with revenue dedicated to school construction and renovations. The Virginia Mercurty reports supporters point to Gloucester’s more than 22-million dollars in collections through fiscal 2025, while opponents in York […]

Gas prices more than a dollar higher than a year ago

Fuel prices in Virginia are starting the week averaging $4.09 a gallon for regular unleaded, down 12 cents from the previous week, but still $1.12 ahead of a year ago. Diesel statewide is averaging $6.27 a gallon. according to GasBuddy.com. The Middle Neck average is 4.11 a gallon. Gloucester County is among the state’s cheapest […]

Lancaster man sets new Virginia watermelon record

Junior Brent of Lancaster set a new Commonwealth watermelon record to win first place at the 2026 State Fair of Virginia, which wrapped up yesterday in Doswell. Brent’s giant of a watermelon weighed in at 271 pounds, breaking the previous mark by 12 pounds.

Over 348000 ballots already cast in midterm elections

More than 348-thousand ballots have been cast in early voting ahead of the November general election, more than double the pace in the 2022 mid-term election. Over 222,000 ballots have been cast in person so far. The deadline to register to vote in this election is October 23rd. Early voting runs through October 31st.

Middlesex first responders reunite with child they saves

A Middlesex County child who nearly drowned in a swimming pool in May and their family were reunited Thursday with the first responders who helped save their life. The child has made a full recovery after CPR was started within minutes of the 911 call. The sheriff’s office says the reunion offered responders a chance […]

Red Tide Prompts Chesapeake Bay Advisory

An algae bloom is causing red tide near the mouth of the Rappahannock River and elsewhere in the Chesapeake Bay. The Virginia Department of Health advises keeping people and pets out of discolored water because it may irritate skin. Wash with soap and fresh water after contact. The algae can glow at night and harm […]

Lancaster Approves Rezoning for Electrical Contractor

Lancaster County supervisors approved commercial zoning for nearly two acres at Mary Ball and Devils Bottom roads. Elbourn Electrical Services plans a building to store equipment for its growing business. Nearby residents raised concerns about traffic and changes to the neighborhood. The company says there will be no retail sales and traffic will be limited […]

Virginia Lawmakers Say Window for Longer Merger Review Has Closed

Two Virginia lawmakers say the deadline passed Wednesday to call a special session allowing more time to review Dominion Energy’s proposed 67-billion-dollar merger with NextEra Energy. The governor and legislative leaders did not call lawmakers back, despite bipartisan support for an extension. State regulators face a January 11 deadline to decide on the deal. Without […]