Gloucester Household Waste Collection Set For April 19
Gloucester County’s Household Harmful Waste Collection Day is set for April 19 at Hayes Convenience Center, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents can safely dispose of hazardous items like antifreeze, paint supplies, pesticides, electronics, and more. The event, sponsored by Waste Management and Gloucester County Clean Community, takes place twice a year, in April […]
Read MoreRoad Project Has Begun At Intersection Of Route 17 And Route 610
Construction on a $5.1 million road safety improvement project at the intersection of Route 17 and Route 610 in Woods Cross Roads has begun. The project, expected to be completed by December, aims to reduce collisions by limiting left turns and cross movements. Drivers will need to make right turns and U-turns at designated locations. […]
Read MoreVirginia Sheep And Goat Flocks Growing
Virginia’s sheep and goat flocks continue to grow, according to the latest USDA survey. The state’s sheep inventory rose by 1 percent, from 79,000 in 2024 to 80,000 in 2025. Experts attribute the increase to strong market prices and proximity to ethnic markets, which drive demand. While wool prices have dropped, hair sheep are seeing […]
Read MoreFederal Judge Temporarily Blocks Deportation Of Pro-Palestinian Protestor
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the deportation of Yunseo Chung, a 21-year-old Columbia University student, after she was arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest. Chung, a legal permanent U.S. resident, sued the Federal government, claiming the deportation attempt violates her free speech rights. U.S. District Judge Naomi Buchwald ruled there was no evidence that Chung […]
Read More50th Anniversary Of WKWI Radio Celebrated In Exhibit At Kilmarnock Museum
The Kilmarnock Museum will open for the season next Wednesday, April 2, with a new exhibit that hits close to us right here… It celebrates the 50th anniversary of WKWI radio. The station first began broadcasting in 1975. The exhibit highlights the station’s history, including its broadcasts, its iconic tower, and even weddings hosted on-air. […]
Read MoreLancaster Budget Under Review
Lancaster County supervisors reviewed a draft $49.6 million budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, a 1.6% decrease from the previous year. The proposed budget includes a 3% raise for county staff, a 5% raise for EMS workers, and a 10% hike in health insurance premiums. With total expenditures set at $46.7 million, there is concern […]
Read MoreZoning Requests Approved For 2 Properties In Lancaster County
Lancaster County’s planning commission has narrowly approved a rezoning request for two parcels near Yankee Point Marina, paving the way for an expansion of boat trailer storage. The move, prompted by the need for more access to waterways, comes despite concerns from neighbors about potential increased noise and traffic. The commission also recommended revisions to […]
Read MoreReedville Fishermen’s Museum Open For The Season
The Reedville Fishermen’s Museum is now officially open for the season, featuring new exhibits such as displays by the Tidewater Oyster Gardeners Association, a Smith Point Sea Rescue exhibit, and handcrafted fishing boat models. A tribute to retiring Capt. Alan Hinson is also on display. Thanks to a grant from the River Counties Community Foundation, […]
Read MoreNew Childcare Facility Planned For Burgess
A new child care facility is set to open in Burgess after the Northumberland planning commission approved a conditional use permit for the former doctors’ office at 740 Jessie duPont Memorial Highway. Carolyn Crockett, the facility’s founder, says there is a strong demand for child care in the area. She plans to start with toddler […]
Read More8 Headed To Prison For Armed Robberies Of U.S. Postal Workers
Eight men have been sentenced to prison for a series of armed robberies targeting U.S. Postal Service mail carriers in the Hampton Roads region…
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