Day: June 22, 2026

Lancaster High Band Room To Receive Farewell Celebration

After more than five decades of music, rehearsals and memories, Lancaster High School’s longtime Band Room 245 will be honored with a farewell gathering this weekend. The school is inviting former and current band members to a potluck celebration at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28, as the band prepares to move into its new facility […]

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Air Force Band Returning To Irvington For America 250 Concert

The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band will return to Irvington this coming Saturday for a free outdoor performance celebrating America 250, the nation’s 250th anniversary year. The 60-member ensemble from Joint Base Langley-Eustis will perform patriotic music, Broadway favorites, film scores, jazz and military tributes beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Irvington Commons. […]

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Drought Warning Continues Across Northern Neck And Most Of Virginia

Despite some limited relief, a drought warning remains in effect across the Northern Neck and nearly all of Virginia, with rainfall statewide running about seven-and-a-half inches below average since October. Residents are being urged to voluntarily reduce non-essential water use by at least 10 percent. Officials warn that without sustained rainfall, some areas could face […]

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White Stone Awaits Key Decisions On Council Seat, Storage Proposal

White Stone officials are turning their attention to several upcoming decisions after adopting a $453,425 budget for the new fiscal year. The Town Council is expected to consider filling a vacant council seat at its July meeting following the appointment of Irving Brittingham as interim mayor. Meanwhile, Lancaster County supervisors are scheduled to revisit a […]

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Wooden Boat School Opens New Facility In Claraville

A new chapter is underway for the Northern Neck Wooden Boat School in Claraville. The organization will cut the ribbon today on a new boat-building facility next to Northumberland Middle School. Thirteen middle and high school students are taking part in a free summer camp, learning woodworking and boat-building skills with help from experienced volunteers. […]

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