Irvington Planners Back Reynolds Lane Rezoning
The Irvington Planning Commission is recommending approval of a rezoning and redevelopment plan for property on Reynolds Lane that once housed a crab house operation. The proposal would convert the site from limited industrial use to residential use for a single-family home. Some residents raised concerns about preserving the town’s working waterfront and redevelopment within […]
Read MoreChesapeake Blue Crab Population Drops Sharply
A new scientific assessment finds the Chesapeake Bay blue crab population has dropped by about 50 percent since 2010, raising concerns about the future of one of the region’s most valuable fisheries. Researchers say poor survival rates among young crabs appear to be the biggest problem, but after years of study, scientists still cannot pinpoint […]
Read MoreHistoric Cavalier Resort Could Be Sold
The historic Cavalier Hotel and resort in Virginia Beach could soon be sold to a New England-based investment group. The Virginia Beach Development Authority is considering transferring a financing agreement tied to the redevelopment project, which reopened in 2018 after a major restoration. The nearly 100 year old resort now includes hotels, restaurants, condos, private […]
Read MoreFood Lion Honors Tappahannock Teachers
Teachers and staff at James H. Cary Intermediate School in Tappahannock received a surprise show of appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week. Food Lion associates delivered snacks, drinks and pantry meal kits as part of the company’s “Carts of Kindness” program recognizing schools making a positive impact. School leaders say the visit and personalized gifts brought […]
Read MoreRoute 17 Bridge Replacement To Begin Next Week
Construction will begin next week on a $14.6 million project to replace the northbound Route 17 bridge over Dragon Run at the Gloucester and Middlesex County line in Virginia. VDOT says the current bridge was built in 1931 and will be replaced with a wider, taller and longer structure. Traffic will remain reduced to one […]
Read MoreTrial Dates Set In Queen Street Store Fight Case
Trial and hearing dates have now been scheduled for four people charged in connection with a November fight at the Super Tobacco Store on Queen Street in Tappahannock. Essex County Circuit Court records show an October seventh trial date was set for Kalib Jamaul Rich of Lancaster and Jasmine Nicole — while two others involved […]
Read MoreColonial Beach Man Denied Bond In Violent Case
A judge in Essex County has denied bond for Joseph Mitchell Powell Jr. of Colonial Beach, who faces multiple violent felony charges including firing a gun into an occupied building, making a bomb threat and assaulting law enforcement officers. Prosecutors say they plan to seek a mandatory life sentence under Virginia’s “Three Strikes” law if […]
Read MoreVirginia State Police Receive 911 Steel Artifact
Virginia State Police have received a piece of steel recovered from the World Trade Center that will become a permanent display at the agency’s training academy ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September eleventh attacks. The beam was donated through the Freedom Flag Foundation and is believed to have come from an area near […]
Read MoreVirginia Leaders Push For Collective Bargaining Bill
Local leaders across Virginia are urging Governor Abigail Spanberger to sign a collective bargaining bill for public employees after lawmakers rejected a series of proposed changes. Officials from several counties and cities say allowing workers to negotiate over pay, benefits and working conditions has improved morale and helped retain employees. Spanberger has until May 22nd […]
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