Middlesex County Weighs Sites For Commercial Fishermen Improvements
Middlesex County supervisors are reviewing plans to improve waterfront sites for commercial fishermen at Stampers Bay, Mill Creek, and Whitings Creek. The Middle Peninsula Regional Planning District Commission is pursuing federal grant funding for the projects, though some officials expressed concerns about potential conflicts with homeowners and recreational users. The county voted unanimously to participate […]
Read MoreNorthern Neck Kennel Club Hosts Successful All Breed Dog Shows
The Northern Neck Kennel Club recently celebrated its 37th and 38th annual All Breed Dog Shows at Meadow Event Park, teaming up with the Greater Fredericksburg Kennel Club. Over 1,000 dogs competed, drawing participants from across the region. The event highlighted both competition and community, with organizers praising the teamwork that made the four-day celebration […]
Read MoreNorthern Neck Land Conservancy Hosts Boots And Barbecue At Historic Steamboat Wharf
The Northern Neck Land Conservancy will hold its annual Boots and Barbecue event October 4 at historic Wheatland on the Rappahannock River. This year’s celebration features fried oysters, barbecue, music, and demonstrations from local artisans. A highlight is tours of Saunders Steamboat Wharf, the last original steamboat landing on the Chesapeake, led by the Steamboat […]
Read MoreLancaster Historical Society Reschedules Richmond Tour With New Travel Plans
The Lancaster Virginia Historical Society has moved its group tour to Richmond from September 29 to October 20 and reopened registration with updated pricing and travel plans. A charter bus is no longer included, so participants must provide their own transportation. The fee is $100 for society members and $115 for others, covering museum admission, […]
Read MoreChesapeake Bank Donates To Preserve Historic Bluff Point School
Chesapeake Bank donated $1,000 to the Bluff Point Community League to help replace part of the 110-year-old roof at Bluff Point Graded School #3. The school, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the focus of ongoing preservation efforts by Bluff Point Community League. Community members are invited to support the cause, and […]
Read MoreVirginia Health Department Clarifies Covid Vaccine Access Amid Confusion
Virginia’s Department of Health issued an order Thursday to clarify who can receive the COVID-19 vaccine without a prescription. Retail pharmacies can now give the vaccine to residents 65 and older, and to adults 18 to 64 with at least one underlying medical condition. Others may still get vaccinated with a prescription. Officials say the […]
Read MoreEms Community Yard And Bake Sale Set For Heathsville
Better make a note of this… The Mid-County Volunteer Rescue Squad will host its EMS Community Yard & Bake Sale Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature a yard sale, bake sale with burgers and hot dogs, live music, and a “Truck Touch” experience for all ages. The Northumberland County Sheriff’s […]
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