Crash Shuts Down Middlesex County Intersection
A crash temporarily shut down the intersection of Town Bridge Road and Old Virginia Street in Middlesex County Thursday evening. First responders were called to the scene after the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office reported the crash on social media. Authorities closed the intersection for a time to keep motorists and emergency crews safe. The roadway […]
Read MoreNorthern Neck Sail And Power Squadron Honored For Boating Safety Work
The Northern Neck Sail and Power Squadron has received the BoatUS Civic Service Award for its work promoting boating safety and community service. The national recognition was presented during the United States Power Squadrons annual meeting in Myrtle Beach. The group was honored for projects including shallow water surveys for NOAA, oyster restoration efforts and […]
Read MoreVolunteers Build Bluebird Nesting Boxes In Northern Neck
Members of the Northern Neck Audubon Chapter and local volunteers recently gathered in Merry Point to build bluebird nesting boxes. The group assembled 50 boxes in about three and a half hours using an assembly-line process at a volunteer’s workshop. Organizers say the effort helps provide nesting habitat for bluebirds and will continue with another […]
Read MoreEarly Voting Begins For Virginia Redistricting Referendum
Early voting begins today in Virginia for a statewide referendum on a proposed constitutional amendment dealing with congressional redistricting. The measure would allow the General Assembly to temporarily adopt new congressional districts for upcoming elections while returning to the normal redistricting process after the 2030 census. Early voting runs through April 18 with Election Day […]
Read MoreNature Hike At Belle Isle State Park To Explore Vernal Pools
A guided nature hike focusing on temporary wetlands will take place March 12 at Belle Isle State Park in Lancaster County. The Northern Neck Chapter of Virginia Master Naturalists will lead the event, exploring so-called vernal pools that serve as breeding grounds for frogs, salamanders and other wildlife. Organizers say the wetlands fill during winter […]
Read MoreVirginia Panel Backs Funding For Little Wicomico River Dredging
The Virginia Marine Resources Commission has unanimously backed a request for 2 POINT 6 million dollars to dredge the Little Wicomico River. Members of Smith Point Sea Rescue and the Dredge The Little Wicomico River citizens group urged approval during the meeting at Fort Monroe. Planning studies and documents were completed by the Northern Neck […]
Read MoreVirginia Outdoor Burning Restrictions Now In Effect
Virginia’s annual outdoor burning restrictions are now in effect through April 30. State law prohibits burning between midnight and 4 p m within 300 feet of woods or dry grass, including debris fires, campfires and open-air grills. Violators can face fines of up to 500 dollars and may also be responsible for firefighting costs and […]
Read MoreLancaster Supervisors Delay Decision On Wood Chipping Facility
Lancaster County supervisors are taking more time before deciding whether to allow a stump and wood chipping operation near White Pine Drive and Irvington Road. The board voted five to nothing to table a special exception request after residents raised concerns about smoke, odors and fire risks. County officials say the property previously received a […]
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