by James Ritch | Jul 22, 2021 | Features
By Adolphus Ames – The Eastern Virginia Medical School Health Sciences Academy concluded this week. The two-week program serves as an opportunity for high school seniors interested in the health sciences to learn valuable information about the medical field. The...
by James Ritch | Jul 22, 2021 | Headlines
By Carol Vaughn — People speaking at a public hearing the Chincoteague Town Council held Thursday, July 15, to receive comments about how the town should use $2.9 million in federal funds coming through the American Rescue Act Plan urged the council to consider...
by James Ritch | Jul 22, 2021 | Features
By Carol Vaughn — For the second consecutive year, the Chincoteague pony auction is being held online. The wild pony swim and live auction were cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Can’t wait to see the winning bids on the 29th!” said a...
by James Ritch | Jul 22, 2021 | Headlines
By Carol Vaughn — Public input is being sought about planning for four dredging projects on the Eastern Shore. Planning is underway for waterway maintenance on four creeks, two on the seaside and two on the bayside — Folly Creek, Hungars Creek, Nassawadox Creek, and...
by James Ritch | Jul 22, 2021 | Headlines
By Carol Vaughn — The Accomack County Board of Supervisors after public hearings Wednesday unanimously approved rezoning 28 acres on Wallops Island Road from agricultural to industrial use, as well as two conditional use permits required for a planned rocket...
