Gloucester candle company moves to Hayes (11/11/2026) - In need of an expansion, Coastal Virginia Candle Co., a Gloucester home fragrance company, made the move from The Shops at Hickory Fork to the White Marsh Shopping Center in… …Planners discuss possible marijuana zoning regulations (11/11/2026) - The Gloucester County Planning Commission reviewed the potential regulation of marijuana establishments for the county during its regular monthly meeting last Thursday in the colonial courthouse. According to County Attorney… …
Grand opening (11/11/2026) - Pilates Athletica, Hayes, held a grand opening, ribbon cutting and open house last Wednesday, Nov. 4, for the newly-established Pilates studio on Hickory Fork Road. Owner Maggie Jeffrey, center, cuts… …Two new providers join Family of Choice practice (11/11/2026) - After a recent move to a larger location, Family of Choice has announced two new providers have joined the team.Owned by Danielle Carson, LPC, LMFT, Family of Choice is a… …
Comments sought on MPPDC economic strategy plan (11/11/2026) - The Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission seeks public comment on the draft document, “Middle Peninsula Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy.” Two meetings will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18, to receive comments… …
Walter Reed Post Acute launches ‘Service, anew’ (11/11/2026) - Walter Reed Post Acute in Gloucester recently launched “Service, anew,” a specialized life enrichment model catering to military veterans. Located on the campus of the skilled nursing center, part of… …
Mathews businesses, organizations discuss tourism (11/4/2026) - A Mathews tourism summit was held on Tuesday, Oct. 27, hosted by the Mathews County Visitor and Information Center at Mathews Memorial Library. Mathews businesses or organizations that are involved… …368 homes sold regionwide in third quarter of 2026, CBRAR report says (11/4/2026) - The Chesapeake Bay & Rivers regional housing market saw increased activity in the third quarter of 2026, according to a report issued last week by the Chesapeake Bay & Rivers… …
Lowe’s lends a hand (11/4/2026) - Lowe’s Home Improvement of Gloucester showed up in force on Oct. 29 and 30 to complete a much-needed community project at the Mathews Family YMCA’s Digges Field on Cricket Hill… …
Gordon and Rita Inge acquire Deltaville marina (11/4/2026) - Gordon and Rita Inge recently announced their purchase of the Deltaville Yachting Center and Chesapeake Yacht Sales from Lew and Onna Grimm, who have owned and operated DYC and CYS… …
Media Honor Roll (11/4/2026) - Gloucester County Public Communications/Media Specialist Savannah Haugdahl and Gloucester-Mathews Gazette-Journal reporter Melany Slaughter, from left, were this year’s recipients of the 2026 Virginia School Boards Association Media Honor Roll award.… …
Dedication of apartments (11/4/2026) - Members of Kingston Episcopal Parish celebrated conversion of the historic rectory at Mathews Court House into workforce apartments during a dedication Sunday afternoon. Those taking part in the brief service… …Pilot program in Middle Peninsula seeks to reduce nutrient pollution (11/4/2026) - LIXIL, a Japanese-based manufacturer of building materials and housing equipment, has entered into an initiative with the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality and local partners to launch a pilot project… …
Free Compassionate Touch workshop to be held Nov. 11 (11/4/2026) - In honor of Veterans Day, Heartfelt Community founder Ginger Peer-Spencer will lead a free Compassionate Touch workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Walter Reed Post Acute, Gloucester.… …
Class offered in Mathews in starting a small business (11/4/2026) - The Mathews Economic Development Authority, in conjunction with the Richmond office of the Small Business Administration, will offer an overview session on starting a small business on Tuesday, Nov. 17,… …
Mathews storefront being renovated into a fresh food, open-air market (10/28/2026) - Mathews residents Jeff and Rachel Sterne bought a small commercial building on Mathews Main Street in July and have been renovating it for use as a fresh food and open-air… …
Dr. Marshall now a full-time provider at GMCC (10/28/2026) - Dr. Nicole “Nikki” Marshall has joined the Gloucester Mathews Care Clinic as its full-time provider. The addition to the staff took place in July. A Gloucester native, Marshall brings a… …
Pumpkin painting (10/28/2026) - The Kroger grocery store in the Hayes Shopping Center recently donated pumpkins for the Gloucester Unit of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula’s annual pumpkin painting contest.… …RCC hiring part-time welding instructors (10/28/2026) - Rappahannock Community College is seeking experienced welders interested in sharing their skills and helping prepare students for careers in welding and metal fabrication. The part-time adjunct instructor positions offer skilled… …
NARFE meeting (10/28/2026) - Paul Malcolm, president of Middle Peninsula Chapter 1757 of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees, thanked Blue Cross/Blue Shield Account Executive Michelle Griffin and Open Season Consultant Devaughn Church,… …VBCF and Riverside partner to expand breast cancer screening (10/28/2026) - The Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation and Riverside Health System are partnering through VBCF’s Screening & Diagnostic Services Fund to help eligible individuals access no-cost breast cancer screening and diagnostic services.… …
The Bean Spot holds Halloween Dog Costume contest Saturday (10/21/2026) - A Halloween Dog Costume contest will be held between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday at The Bean Spot, a coffee shop inside The Vintage Pearl at 256 Main Street,… …Chesapeake reports $5.57M in quarterly earnings (10/21/2026) - Chesapeake Financial Shares Inc. (parent company of both Chesapeake Bank and Chesapeake Wealth Management) has reported earnings of $5.57 million for the third quarter of 2026, compared to $4.85 million… …
The Hatchery to hold Oyster Equinox on Saturday (10/21/2026) - The Hatchery on Gwynn’s Island will host its annual Oyster Equinox event from 4-7 p.m. Saturday at 425 Callis Wharf Road, celebrating local aquaculture, food and community. The Farmers and… …
Prescription drug collections to be held at Walmart, Kroger (10/21/2026) - National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday with collection sites throughout the Middle Peninsula, Northern Neck and Eastern Shore helping with… …