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 […]
Read MoreAir 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. […]
Read MoreDrought 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 […]
Read MoreWhite 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 […]
Read MoreWooden 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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