Eastern Shore Post

June 10, 2026

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

New mural unveiled at Wachapreague Carnival

New mural unveiled at Wachapreague Carnival

BY TED SHOCKLEY, Eastern Shore Post — A large wall inside a new building at the Wachapreague Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival needed a splash of color. So members of the Wachapreague Volunteer Fire Company, which owns and operates the popular summer attraction, reached...
Q&A with Wooten, new Onancock town manager

Q&A with Wooten, new Onancock town manager

BY SARAH BARBAN Eastern Shore Post Wesley Wooten was recently appointed as Onancock’s new town manager. He replaced former Town Manager Matt Spuck, who is now the Northampton County administrator. Wooten might be a new face in Onancock, but he’s no stranger to the...
In poignant service, road is named for Chew

In poignant service, road is named for Chew

BY JIMMY SHOCKLEY, Eastern Shore Post — The son bears a striking resemblance to the father — a tall fellow with dark facial hair and expressive, caring eyes. The son also shares a name with the father, David R. Chew Jr., known for a life of caring and serving that...