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October 9, 2026

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

David Windsor

David Windsor

Mr. David William Windsor, 67, of Onancock, peacefully passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.  Born May 5, 1959, David was the youngest of four sons born to Virginius Milton “Jinks” Windsor and Marion Lee White Windsor. Born with that ever-present...
Melissa Perry-Pruitt

Melissa Perry-Pruitt

Mrs. Melissa Nicole Perry-Pruitt (née Derrickson), 29, of Havelock, N.C., was unexpectedly called home to her eternal glory and to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, early Saturday morning, June 27, 2026.  Melissa was born in Salisbury, Md., on July 15, 1996, to...
Vuokko Theisen

Vuokko Theisen

Mrs. Vuokko Kaarina “Karen” Theisen (née Eskola) was called by the Lord of Life on June 30, 2026, after an illness. Vuokko was born in the village of Eskola in the “county” of Kannus, Finland, on Nov. 26, 1947, to Joonas and Lempi (Lager) Eskola. At the age of 5,...
What’s happening this weekend on the Eastern Shore

What’s happening this weekend on the Eastern Shore

Saturday, July 11YARD SALE: 7 a.m., Adams United Methodist Church, 25352 Lee Mont Road, Parksley. The church is hosting a community yard sale. Spaces are available for $15 and include tables. To reserve a space call Brittany at 757-710-6865.THRIFT STORE: 8 to 11 a.m.,...
What’s happening this weekend on the Eastern Shore

July 10: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

WALKING GROUP: 9 to 10 a.m., Island Community House, 6246 Mumford St., Chincoteague. Island Community House hosts a weekly 1.5 mile walk around downtown Chincoteague.HOT DOG CART: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., No Limits Eastern Shore, 24546 Coastal Blvd., Tasley. No Limits...
What’s happening this weekend on the Eastern Shore

July 9: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

GAMES: 1 to 4 p.m., Island Community House, 6246 Mumford St., Chincoteague. The community is invited to a game day. Snacks are welcome.FARMERS MARKET: 3 to 6 p.m., Farmers and Artisans Market at the Marina Club parking lot at Captains Cove, 3323 Dock Court,...
July 9: On this day in Eastern Shore history

July 9: On this day in Eastern Shore history

On July 9, 1963, two small boys found the body of a small baby while playing in a row boat on property in the Mount Prospect area of Onancock. Deputy Thorburn Parks, who investigated the incident, reported that the boys saw a large tin can floating in the creek around...