by James Ritch | May 2, 2022 | Opinion
Dear Editor: I have been a resident of Wachapreague for almost 30 years and have seen changes like many other small towns on the Shore. Old-timers are passing away, and others are leaving for better jobs and opportunities. My wife and I have been involved in the local...
by James Ritch | May 2, 2022 | Opinion
Dear Editor: In response to the coming cigarette tax, I would like to say, that in my 84 years I have never smoked a cigarette, but if I did, I would be smart enough to go to Accomack County to buy them. Northampton will not gain on taxes but will lose county merchant...
by James Ritch | May 2, 2022 | Opinion
Dear Editor: I do not have a bone in the cigarette tax fight. Not knowing how the law reads, does it mean other forms of nicotine delivery are exempt from the tax? As one said, some will spend $5 in fuel and time to save $0.50 on the product. This is my concern as the...
by James Ritch | Apr 29, 2022 | Headlines
Staff Report — State police are investigating a fatal shooting near Accomac Thursday. Police were called to the scene of a single-vehicle crash on Route 13 at the intersection of Front Street and Mary N. Smith Road. The crash was reported Thursday, April 28, at around...
by James Ritch | Apr 29, 2022 | Features, Fishing Report
By Bill Hall – The recent stretch of nice weather, combined with two large flounder tournaments, produced a surge of activity on the water. Last weekend brought about a noticeable increase in boat traffic, with many local anglers putting their boats in the water for...
