Gloucester School Board Approves 84 Million Dollar Budget
The Gloucester County School Board has approved an 84 million dollar budget for the next fiscal year, including a 3 percent pay raise for employees. The plan still leaves a gap of more than 3 POINT 7 million dollars as it heads to county supervisors. New spending includes a high school community engagement position and […]
Read MoreChildren’s Carnival Planned At Deltaville Library
A free Children’s Carnival is set for Saturday at the Deltaville branch of the Middlesex County Public Library. The event runs tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features games, crafts, prizes and balloon animals for kids ages 2 to 12. Food and refreshments will also be available, with a special toddler play area […]
Read MoreGloucester Supervisors Advance Proposed Tax Increases
Gloucester County leaders are moving forward with potential tax hikes as they work to close a multi-million dollar budget gap. Supervisors voted to advertise higher rates on real estate, personal property, meals and cigarettes, though final numbers could still change. The proposed increases would help cover a roughly 6 POINT 5 million dollar shortfall. A […]
Read MoreNearly Half Of Urbanna Properties Owned By Non-Residents
Well, here’s an interesting fact… New data shows a sizable share of Urbanna real estate is owned by people who don’t live there. Town officials say about 41 percent of properties are held by non-residents, while 59 percent are owned by locals. The numbers are nearly unchanged from recent years, suggesting a stable trend. Officials […]
Read MoreOyster And Ham Dinner Set In Water View
A community fundraiser is coming up Saturday in Water View, as the Upper Middlesex Volunteer Fire Department hosts its annual oyster and ham dinner. The event runs tomorrow from 4:30 to 6:30 at the firehouse on Water View Road. Tickets are 30 dollars at the door, with kids under 10 eating free. Proceeds support the […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Officials Clash Over Teacher Pay Raises
A budget battle is brewing in Middlesex County over teacher salaries. School leaders are pushing for a 5 POINT 2 percent raise for teachers and 4 POINT 2 percent for other staff, arguing pay is falling behind nearby districts. County supervisors, however, say they will only support a 2 percent increase and warned higher raises […]
Read MoreScam Texts Target New Electronic Toll System
Authorities are warning residents about a surge in scam text messages tied to Richmond’s new all-electronic tolling system. The fake messages claim recipients from all over the Commonwealth, including right here locally, owe money for unpaid tolls or parking violations and threaten court action if payment isn’t made immediately. The confusion has led to real-world […]
Read MoreHummel Field Growth Drives Economic Surge In Middlesex County
A small regional airport is delivering big results here in Virginia. Hummel Field in Middlesex County has seen economic output jump more than 700 percent since 2016, now approaching seven million dollars. State aviation officials say the airport supports 57 jobs and generates about 2 POINT 3 million dollars in wages, with overall economic value […]
Read MoreLancaster County Hazardous Waste Collection Set For Saturday
Lancaster County residents will have a chance to safely dispose of hazardous household materials this weekend. A hazardous and electronic waste collection is scheduled from 8 a m to noon tomorrow in the parking lot of the Lancaster County Courthouse on Mary Ball Road. Officials say residents may bring items such as oil based paint, […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Officials Clash Over Proposed School Raises
A budget standoff is brewing in Middlesex County as school leaders push for larger raises than county officials say they can support. The school board approved a plan calling for a 5 POINT 2 percent raise for teachers and 4 POINT 2 percent for other staff, arguing higher pay is needed to stay competitive with […]
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