by James Ritch | Feb 13, 2020 | Features
By Carol Vaughn The Accomack County Board of Supervisors this week discussed strategies to retain emergency medical services employees after the county has spent money training them. The county’s $69 million fiscal year 2021 budget, as proposed, includes money for the...
by James Ritch | Feb 11, 2020 | Features
By Carol Vaughn A new group to support children who are dealing with grief will start soon on Chincoteague. Many of the town’s residents, including children, were affected deeply by the death of Brianna Merritt last fall. . Brianna died at home in October at age 11,...
by James Ritch | Feb 8, 2020 | Features
By Laura Davis — Valentine’s Day is just a week away. For me, it’s never been a big romantic holiday. Sure, just like any gal, I enjoy pretty red roses and rich, indulgent chocolates. However, I honestly look forward to checking off the names on the...
by James Ritch | Feb 4, 2020 | Features
By Carol Vaughn Submitted Photos A team of seven young adults from around the country is installing fencing on Assateague as part of an AmeriCorps program. The fence is to keep the Chincoteague ponies that live on the island from grazing in the salt marsh in the...
by James Ritch | Jan 30, 2020 | Features
Submitted Article Phase II of the milling and paving project is about to get underway at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and authorities are alerting drivers to a change in traffic patterns. Beginning Feb. 6, travelers are advised to remain alert and travel with...
by James Ritch | Jan 28, 2020 | Features
By Carol Vaughn — The Eastern Shore Regional Animal Control Facility has made strides in recent years in finding homes for the dogs and cats that come its way, thanks in part to increased cooperation with volunteer organizations. Molly, a sweet-natured,...
