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Northumberland Backs Restoration Of Gardys Mill Pond

Northumberland County supervisors have approved a resolution supporting restoration of Gardys Mill Pond to its original condition. The move follows a recent public meeting where several options for the pond’s future were presented. County leaders say the pond is an important recreational and historical asset. Officials there now say they hope Westmoreland County will adopt […]

Sheriff’s Office Earns Accreditation Recognition

The Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office has been recognized for maintaining its accreditation through the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission. The agency first earned the designation in 2006 and recently passed another comprehensive review with no deficiencies reported. Officials say the assessment examined training, operations, administration, evidence handling, and community relations. State evaluators praised the […]

Lancaster Approves Budget And Tax Increase

Lancaster County supervisors have approved a $51.4 million budget for the new fiscal year, along with a five-cent increase in the real estate tax rate. Officials say the increase will help cover growing debt obligations. The largest budget item is nearly $22 million for the school system. Debt service will exceed $6.7 million, up more […]

Sheriff Warns Of Animal Shelter Fundraising Scam

The Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office and the Westmoreland County Animal Shelter are warning residents about a fundraising scam circulating online. Officials say the agencies are not selling T-shirts or conducting any related fundraiser and are urging the public not to send money. The sheriff’s office says anyone who encounters the solicitation should avoid making payments […]

Pool Towing Crash Leads To Reckless Driving Charge

A reckless driving charge has been filed against 30 year old K’Von Tavares Evans of Petersburg following a June 5 crash that shut down the Robert O Norris Bridge. State Police say Evans was towing a 16-foot-wide swimming pool across the bridge, which has a posted 10-foot width limit, when he sideswiped three vehicles. No […]

Lancaster High Band Room To Receive Farewell Celebration

After more than five decades of music, rehearsals and memories, Lancaster High School’s longtime Band Room 245 will be honored with a farewell gathering this weekend. The school is inviting former and current band members to a potluck celebration at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28, as the band prepares to move into its new facility […]

Air Force Band Returning To Irvington For America 250 Concert

The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band will return to Irvington this coming Saturday for a free outdoor performance celebrating America 250, the nation’s 250th anniversary year. The 60-member ensemble from Joint Base Langley-Eustis will perform patriotic music, Broadway favorites, film scores, jazz and military tributes beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Irvington Commons. […]

Drought Warning Continues Across Northern Neck And Most Of Virginia

Despite some limited relief, a drought warning remains in effect across the Northern Neck and nearly all of Virginia, with rainfall statewide running about seven-and-a-half inches below average since October. Residents are being urged to voluntarily reduce non-essential water use by at least 10 percent. Officials warn that without sustained rainfall, some areas could face […]

White Stone Awaits Key Decisions On Council Seat, Storage Proposal

White Stone officials are turning their attention to several upcoming decisions after adopting a $453,425 budget for the new fiscal year. The Town Council is expected to consider filling a vacant council seat at its July meeting following the appointment of Irving Brittingham as interim mayor. Meanwhile, Lancaster County supervisors are scheduled to revisit a […]

Wooden Boat School Opens New Facility In Claraville

A new chapter is underway for the Northern Neck Wooden Boat School in Claraville. The organization will cut the ribbon today on a new boat-building facility next to Northumberland Middle School. Thirteen middle and high school students are taking part in a free summer camp, learning woodworking and boat-building skills with help from experienced volunteers. […]