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August 15, 2026

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

Aug. 13: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

Aug. 13: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

STORYTIME: 10 a.m., Chincoteague Island Library, Chincoteague. Tales 4 Tots features stories and activities for children from ages 2 to 5. This week’s topic will be the Chincoteague Bay Field Station.CHILDRENS PROGRAM: 10 a.m., Christ United Methodist Church Social...
Swim advisory issued for Cape Charles beach

Swim advisory issued for Cape Charles beach

There was an advisory posted Aug. 12 for the Cape Charles public beach by the Northampton County Health Department because of high levels of fecal matter in the water.  Beach water samples collected on Aug. 11 by the Virginia Department of Health showed that...
Aug. 13: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

Aug. 12: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Alex Hubb Field, 6309 Church St., Chincoteague. The Chincoteague Farmers Market brings farmers, bakers, and artisans to the heart of town. There will also be live music.TECH HELP: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Northampton Free Library,...
At Vaux Hall near Melfa, a farm market and so much more

At Vaux Hall near Melfa, a farm market and so much more

BY TED SHOCKLEY, Eastern Shore Post — It is a farm quite unlike any other on the Eastern Shore.  With its well-stocked market, 10 homes available for short-term rental, and a venue for weddings and other special events, Vaux Hall Farm near Melfa is a retreat that...