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September 6, 2026

The voice of Accomack and Northampton counties on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

The Tasley Fair Was A Young Girl’s Heart And Soul

The Tasley Fair Was A Young Girl’s Heart And Soul

By Linda Cicoira Photos Courtesy of Raenelle Zapata The sophisticated Washington, D.C., attorney Raenelle Humbles Zapata got her assertiveness from the Eastern Shore community where she grew up. “Everybody would tell you how great you are,” she said. “What kind of...
Fishing From the Shore, Sept. 20

Fishing From the Shore, Sept. 20

For the first time this month, a whole week of fishing has passed which was not impacted by the effects of a major weather system!  With slowly falling air temperatures and humidity, this time of year can be a great time to be out on the water, especially while...
Shore Firefighting Exhibit Kickoff

Shore Firefighting Exhibit Kickoff

Submitted Article and Photo The prevalence and importance of volunteer firefighting, as well as the later integration of professional firefighters, have inspired Ker Place’s fall exhibit, “It All Started with a Spark: The Rise and Evolution of Eastern Shore...
Johnson Clarifies Stance

Johnson Clarifies Stance

Dear Editor: I resent that fact that your article said I was “opposed” to Rails and Trails. I am not. I wanted to make sure that the project was not begun and abandoned like has happened in other areas. I wanted to know what could be done to make it more attractive...
Johnson Clarifies Stance

Thanks From The Arc

Dear Editor: The 46th annual Fish Fry at Edwards Seafood was a huge success! What a tremendous turnout we had, on August 10, 2019! The Onancock Rotary served over 600 meals! The Arc is so grateful to the Onancock Rotary for cooking and serving and we send out a big...