‘Roving Ranger’ to serve as historic trail’s mobile visitor center (5/24/2023) - The Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, in collaboration with the Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network, is bringing the “Roving Ranger” to visitors along the trail this summer. The mobile… …
Community summer events and activities 2023 (5/24/2023) - Community summer events and activities 2023 Friday, May 26 SUNSET ON THE STEPS: Machicomoco State Park, Hayes, will hold its Sunset on the Steps from 8-8:30 p.m. tomorrow, May 26,… …
Gloucester parks have something for everyone (5/24/2023) - With school out and warm weather here, getting outside can be a fantastic way to spend your summer months. Our local parks offer a myriad of opportunities and activities for… …
Summer crafts families can enjoy together (5/24/2023) - (METRO) Things seem to slow down in summer. Come summer, the hurried pace that dominates much of the year takes a backseat to vacations, lounging around the pool, diving through… …Wear a helmet, and put safety first when operating ATVs (5/24/2023) - Before hopping on an all-terrain vehicle this spring, take a moment to prioritize safety over fun. “People want to get out and explore nature and experience the outdoors,” said Scott… …
How to handle fireworks safely (5/24/2023) - (METRO) Warm weather generally translates to more time spent outdoors. That means more barbecues, days spent poolside, trips to the beach and even camping excursions. This time of year also… …
Market Days to be held Sept. 8 and 9 (5/24/2023) - Mathews Market Days will be held Sept. 8 and 9, the first Friday and Saturday after Labor Day. The two-day event features, arts and crafts, food and informational vendors, as… …
Clinic raises $64,000+ at Derby de Mayo (5/17/2023) - The Gloucester Mathews Care Clinic hosted its spring gala, Derby de Mayo, on Friday, May 5, at the Abingdon Ruritan Club, Bena. Blending the flavors of Cinco de Mayo with… …
Chris Hutson unopposed in his reelection bid (8/30/2023) - Christopher Hutson, 57, is running for reelection as a Republican for the Gloucester Board of Supervisors Gloucester Point District in the upcoming November elections. He is unopposed in his reelection… …Abingdon Ruritans to host
Corvettes for the Hungry (5/17/2023) - The Abingdon Ruritan Club, Bena, will host Corvettes for the Hungry, from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 11, in the club’s parking lot. Members of the Colonial Corvette Club, as… …
Corvettes for the Hungry (5/17/2023) - The Abingdon Ruritan Club, Bena, will host Corvettes for the Hungry, from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 11, in the club’s parking lot. Members of the Colonial Corvette Club, as… …
Achilles ‘school family’ reunion (5/17/2023) - The retired faculty and staff members of Achilles Elementary School recently met for a “school family” reunion. There were big smiles and lots of hugs for one another. Some had… …Timberneck 5K/fun run to be held June 17 (5/17/2023) - The Peninsula Track Club will sponsor the inaugural Timberneck 5K and One-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, June 17, at Machicomoco State Park, Hayes. The 5K begins at 8:30 a.m. and… …
4-H donation (5/17/2023) - The Abingdon Ruritan Club made a $1,000 donation to Virginia Cooperative Extension Gloucester County office on May 15. The donation will support three Gloucester County children to attend 4-H Camp… …
Boyd Clements to address GGSV meeting Monday (5/17/2023) - Dr. Boyd M. Clements, whose roots in Gloucester extend at least to the late 1700s, will be the guest speaker at Monday’s meeting of the Gloucester Genealogical Society of Virginia.… …
Thomas seeks seventh term as Gloucester Treasurer (7/5/2023) - Tara Thomas, 52, who was first elected Gloucester County Treasurer in 1999, is seeking a seventh term in the office. The Republican incumbent is unopposed in her reelection bid. In… …
Nicosia to run for Ware District seat on BOS (5/17/2023) - Tony Nicosia has announced his candidacy for the Ware District seat on the Gloucester County Board of Supervisors. Nicosia has lived in the county for 40 years and holds an… …Mathews BOS approves $31M budget (5/17/2023) - The Mathews County Board of Supervisors approved a $31 million budget last Thursday and adopted a real estate tax rate of $.56 per $100 of assessed value for the 2024… …
Walls faces charges after alleged confrontation (5/17/2023) - Mike Walls, a member of the Mathews County Board of Supervisors, is facing several misdemeanor charges following an alleged confrontation on Saturday, May 6, during the annual May Faire with… …
Board seeks other safety measures (5/17/2023) - The Gloucester Board of Supervisors voted to approve a request to VDOT to implement new safety measures at Woods Cross Roads during its meeting Tuesday at the colonial courthouse. This… …
Daniel named Mathews superintendent (5/17/2023) - Mathews County Public Schools has a new superintendent. Dr. David S. Daniel, a longtime educator in Gloucester County who has been with West Point Public Schools since 2011, was named… …
Wagner to leave GCPS June 30 (5/17/2023) - Dr. Chuck Wagner, assistant superintendent for instruction at Gloucester County Public Schools, is leaving the division to fill the role of superintendent at King William County Public Schools beginning July… …
Tour de Chesapeake returns Saturday (5/17/2023) - The 24th annual Tour de Chesapeake cycling event will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Saturday, May 20, on cycling trails across Mathews County. Sponsored by Mathews… …
Virginia Farm Bureau highlightsMathews on ‘County Close-up’ TV segment (5/17/2023) - Robert Respess of Twin Springs Farm at Foster was among several Mathews farmers interviewed last week for a “County Close-up” segment on Farm Bureau’s “Real Virginia” television program. “County Close-up”… …
Best in Show (5/17/2023) - The Best in Show winner from this year’s 147th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has a local connection. “Buddy Holly,” a 6-year-old male Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, is handled… …
Mathews gardening group donates to floral basket fund (5/17/2023) - At its April monthly meeting, Mathews Community Gardening Group, “Planters with a Purpose,” contributed the first of its member donations to Bette Dillehay, chair of the Mathews Main Street Committee… …