Middlesex Names Interim Sheriff Following Retirement Announcement
Middlesex County has a new interim sheriff. Michael “Mickey” Sampson the second was sworn in and will take over April first following the retirement of Sheriff David Bushey. Sampson, a longtime chief deputy, will serve until voters choose a new sheriff in a special election set for November. State law requires the top-ranking deputy to […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Leaders Weigh Sale Or Lease Of County Properties
Middlesex County supervisors are still deciding what to do with two county-owned properties as part of budget discussions. One involves a waterfront parcel in Deltaville that had a 350 thousand dollar deal fall through, while another site near Harmony Village could be sold or leased for commercial use. Some leaders say leasing may provide steady […]
Read MoreUrbanna Weighs Options For Costly Marina Bridge Replacement
Leaders in Urbanna are weighing options to replace the town marina bridge, which has been closed since December. Officials say unstable soil is complicating the project, with estimates ranging from about 450 thousand dollars for a temporary fix to more than 1 POINT 5 million for a permanent structure built to state standards. Town leaders […]
Read MoreTraffic Project To Improve Safety At Richmond And Newland Roads
A major traffic safety upgrade is set to begin in April at Richmond and Newland roads in Fredericksburg. The 2 POINT 8 million dollar project will add a new turn lane, redesign crossovers, and restrict certain turns to cut down on crash risks. Officials say the changes are aimed at preventing overlapping traffic paths that […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Seeks Public Input On Proposed 19 POINT 6 Million Dollar Budget
Northumberland County leaders are asking for public input on a proposed 19 POINT 6 million dollar capital improvement plan. The planning commission voted unanimously to hold a public hearing April 19 to review the spending roadmap. Officials say much of the funding, especially for emergency services, will come from billing revenue and grants rather than […]
Read MoreFight The Flood Program Tops 50 Million Dollars In Funding
A regional flood mitigation program is hitting a major milestone. The Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission says its Fight the Flood initiative has now delivered more than 50 million dollars in grants and loans to property owners. Over five years, the program has supported more than 275 properties and partnered with dozens of businesses to […]
Read MorePlanning Commission Backs New Restaurant At Harpers Creek Park
A new restaurant could soon be added at Harpers Creek Park in Lancaster County. The planning commission voted 6-to-0 to recommend approval of the site plan, clearing the way for the board of supervisors to make the final call. Officials say the project meets zoning, environmental, and stormwater requirements, with capacity for about 86 customers […]
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