VSP honors fallen law enforcement officers (5/24/2023) - The men and women of the Virginia State Police and their families gathered Wednesday at the Virginia State Police Academy in North Chesterfield to honor all public safety professionals who… …
Grand opening June 16 for Fairfield Archaeology Park (5/24/2023) - The Fairfield Archaeology Park will hold a grand opening from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, June 16, on the grounds of the ruined manor house that gave the Fairfield Foundation its… …
Ruritan Sunday (5/24/2023) - Members of the Abingdon Ruritan Club celebrated Ruritan Sunday this past weekend by attending a service at the Union Baptist Church in Hayes. Ruritan Sunday signifies the date of Ruritan… …
George Bains recognized for public service (5/24/2023) - Gloucester County’s Deputy County Administrator George Bains was recently awarded the Julian F. Hirst Award for Distinguished Service by the Hampton Roads Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration.… …
Police Unity Tour (5/24/2023) - The 2023 Police Unity Tour made its way through Gloucester County on May 10 on its way to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. The primary purpose… …
Fourth Friday program to examine Battle of the Hook (5/24/2023) - Revolutionary War historian and reenactor Warren Deal will present the program at this Friday’s Guinea Heritage Association Fourth Friday program, which begins at 7 p.m. at the Buck’s Store Museum,… …
Service dog fundraiser to be held on June 15 at Brent & Becky’s Bulbs (5/24/2023) - Gone to the Dogs, a fundraiser for service dogs, still has tickets available for its inaugural dog walk, to be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, June… …
Kain receives Lifetime Achievement Award from York River Roundtable (5/24/2023) - Teta Kain, who has lived in Gloucester for the past 35+ years and has made a reputation as a naturalist, photographer, kayak trip leader and conservationist, has been awarded the… …
Warren seeks fourth term as sheriff (5/17/2023) - Gloucester County Sheriff Darrell Warren Jr. has announced that he is seeking a fourth term as sheriff. “Gloucester County is one of the safest places to live, work and raise… …
Pollinator garden (5/24/2023) - The Gloucester County Bee City Committee recently broke ground on a new pollinator garden at Beaverdam Park. Clean Community Coordinator and Bee City Committee liaison Sherry Kosakowski said the new… …
Services Sunday in Gloucester, Mathews to mark Memorial Day (5/24/2023) - American Legion posts in Gloucester and Mathews will hold Memorial Day observances on Sunday afternoon in the two counties. In Mathews At 2 p.m., Mathews Post 83 will host its… …FOIA case ruled in favor of Dooley (5/24/2023) - The second hearing for a Virginia Freedom of Information Act request denial by the Gloucester County School Board was ruled in favor of the petitioner, Katlyn Dooley, last Wednesday, May… …
Offices close Monday for Memorial Day (5/24/2023) - All courts, county offices, post offices, and DMV customer service centers in Gloucester and Mathews will be closed on Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. Mathews schools will… …
Last summer (5/24/2023) - Locals, tourists and day trippers alike enjoyed a fun-filled summer last year. Pictured, clockwise from left, are attendees of “Party with a Purpose,” a fundraiser to benefit the restoration of… …
Zoom meeting to examine problems of illicit drug use (5/24/2023) - The Bay Rivers Telehealth Alliance, in partnership with the Prevention, Health and Wellness Division of the Middle Peninsula-Northern Neck Community Services Board, will host a MP-NN Coalition Meeting via Zoom… …
Summer fun! (5/24/2023) - You don’t have to travel far to have some fun this summer. There are lots of local festivals and events to attend, parks and beaches to explore and plenty of… …
VIMS to hold Marine Science Day June 10 (5/24/2023) - The Virginia Institute of Marine Science will hold its 21st annual Marine Science Day event June 10 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on the VIMS Gloucester Point campus. According… …
Gloucester Arts Festival kicks off June 2 (5/24/2023) - The Cook Foundation’s seventh annual Gloucester Arts Festival begins June 2 and will last through June 24. There will be many arts and cultural events through the month, including the… …‘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… …