North End Bridge Rehabilitation Completed
The Route 14 bridge over North End Branch in Mathews has reopened to two-way traffic following a $5.6 million rehabilitation project. Temporary signals, the 35-mile-per-hour work zone and vehicle width restrictions have been removed, with the speed limit returning to 55. Construction began in April 2025 and replaced the 76-year-old bridge’s deck, girders, rails and […]
Read MoreMathews Planners Endorse Short-Term Rental Rules
The Mathews County Planning Commission has unanimously endorsed a zoning change requiring short-term rental owners to obtain a business license before operating. The Board of Supervisors is expected to consider the proposal Aug. 20. One resident criticized what he called a lack of enforcement. Commissioners also welcomed new Planning and Zoning Director Josh Bartlett and […]
Read MoreVirginia Violent Crime Falls to Five-Year Low
Violent crime across Virginia fell nearly 6% in 2025, reaching its lowest level in five years, according to a new Virginia State Police report. Murders dropped nearly 14%, rapes fell more than 16% and robberies declined almost 9%. Property crimes, drug offenses and hate crimes also decreased, while Gloucester, Mathews and Virginia Beach posted comparatively […]
Read MoreMiddlesex Sheriff Election Filing Deadline Nears
Candidates seeking to become Middlesex County sheriff have until 5 p.m. August 14th to file for the November 3rd special election. The race was triggered by the resignation of former Sheriff David Bushey. The winner will serve the remainder of the term through the end of 2027.
Read MoreOpen Broadband Ends Local Fixed-Wireless Service
Open Broadband’s fixed-wireless internet service in Gloucester and Mathews counties has ended following the company’s acquisition by North Carolina-based Connect Path. The service was discontinued July 15. Customers are being offered either a 5G router with the installation fee waived or Starlink installation for nearly $400. The number of affected customers has not been released.
Read MoreGloucester Wine Festival Set for September 19
The Gloucester Wine Festival returns Sept. 19 at the gardens of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs. More than 2,000 people are expected for the Wine, Whiskey & Whatnot event, running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Parking will be available at Ware Academy with shuttle service. General admission is just over $55, with […]
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