Gloucester Man Begins Work as State Police Trooper
Victor Montes of Gloucester is among 45 new Virginia State Police troopers who graduated Friday from the State Police Training Academy. Montes has been assigned to Gloucester, Mathews and Middlesex counties. He will spend another six weeks working with a field training officer. The class completed 29 weeks and more than 13-hundred hours of instruction […]
Read MoreTraffic Signal Changing at Kilmarnock Shopping Center
Drivers will see a change to the traffic signal on Route 3 at the Food Lion shopping center in Kilmarnock. The permissive left-turn signal will display a flashing yellow arrow instead of a solid green light. Drivers may turn left but must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Police say signal timing and permitted […]
Read MoreVirginia to Receive 353 Million Dollars in Meta Settlement
Virginia is set to receive at least 353 million dollars under a proposed multistate settlement with Facebook and Instagram parent Meta. The agreement resolves claims that the platforms harmed children through addictive features and unsafe content. It would limit young users to two hours daily, strengthen age checks and block overnight access. Meta denies wrongdoing. […]
Read MoreConstruction Begins on New Gloucester Fire Station
Construction is underway on Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad’s new Station 1 at 6677 Main Street. The 28-thousand-square-foot facility will include six equipment bays and modern space for emergency crews. An official groundbreaking ceremony is planned for September. Drivers should use caution near the construction site.
Read MorePublic Input Sought on Chesapeake Bay Menhaden Cuts
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission is considering cutting the Chesapeake Bay’s commercial menhaden harvest by up to 50 percent. Supporters say more fish are needed for ospreys and striped bass. Opponents warn cuts could threaten about 260 jobs in Reedville. A final decision is expected in November.
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