by James Ritch | Oct 28, 2021 | Headlines
By Stefanie Jackson – The Accomack school board did not discuss its proposed policy on the treatment of transgender students at its Oct. 19 meeting, but parents and concerned citizens spoke during the public comment period in opposition to the policy that allows...
by James Ritch | Oct 27, 2021 | Headlines
Submitted Article — National Weather Service Wakefield, Va., has issued a coastal storm briefing highlighting the potential impacts from a coastal storm expected late this week. Confidence is high for moderate coastal flooding for areas adjacent to the middle/upper...
by James Ritch | Oct 25, 2021 | Headlines
By Carol Vaughn — Eastern Shore Community College celebrated its 50th anniversary Friday, Oct. 22, with a homecoming event and a ribbon-cutting ceremony to formally open the college’s new $22 million academic and administration building. Virginia Community College...
by James Ritch | Oct 22, 2021 | Headlines
Staff Report — Police are investigating a series of burglaries in Onancock that happened between Oct. 17 and Oct. 20, according to Accomack County Sheriff Todd Wessells. The sheriff’s office received reports of burglaries at Mallard’s, the Corner Bakery, Bizzotto’s,...
by James Ritch | Oct 21, 2021 | Headlines
By Carol Vaughn — A study of the impacts of climate change on agriculture on the Eastern Shore was among 19 projects awarded grants through a new state program financed by the sale of carbon emission allowances.The Accomack-Northampton Planning District Commission was...
by James Ritch | Oct 21, 2021 | Headlines
By Carol Vaughn — The Accomack County Board of Supervisors approved a one-time bonus for county employees who are first responders, with the money coming from state and federal funds. The board also directed the county administrator to come back to them at a future...
