by James Ritch | May 9, 2022 | Obituaries
Mr. Gerald Henri “Gerry” Gavard, 82, passed peacefully into eternal life Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at his home in Melfa, with his beloved Bonnie Davis; stepdaughter, Tania Gariepy; and step-granddaughter, Valery, by his side. On his 11th hour, Pastor Paul Nolz prayed upon...
by James Ritch | May 7, 2022 | Headlines
Staff Report — The National Weather Service in Wakefield, Va., has issued an updated briefing as of 6 a.m., Sunday, May 8, regarding the developing coastal storm today into this week. Overview and Impacts: Moderate to major tidal flooding is expected...
by James Ritch | May 7, 2022 | Headlines
Staff Report — The National Weather Service in Wakefield, Va., has issued a briefing as of 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, regarding the expected coastal storm later this weekend into next week. Overview and Impacts: Moderate to major tidal flooding is expected along the...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Fishing Report, Headlines
By Bill Hall – As of May 1, the minimum length for legal summer flounder in Virginia waters is 16 inches. The possession limit remains at four fish per person. Prior to May 1, the minimum length was set at 16.5 inches. Upper Shore – Captain Matt Abell, at the Sea...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Features
Story by Jim Ritch – Submitted Photos by Paula Henry – Supporters and children gathered Sunday for the annual Blessing of the Worms at the New Roots Youth Garden, Cape Charles. Every one of the nonprofit’s 96 plastic cups bearing worms and dirt were picked up by...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Court Postings, Headlines
By Nancy Drury Duncan – Bail was denied for Jaheem Snead, 19, of Onancock. He is charged with shooting from a vehicle into an occupied vehicle while driving on U.S. Route 13 near Parksley in April 2021. He failed to keep required appointments with pretrial services...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Sports
By Adolphus Ames — Local basketball legend Ace Custis was inducted into the Northampton High School Athletic Hall of Fame Saturday, April 30. “I was excited when I found out I was being inducted,” said Custis. “It’s an honor anytime a player can be recognized for...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Sports
By Adolphus Ames — The Northampton Yellow Jackets girls varsity tennis team hosted Northumberland High School Friday, April 29. The Yellow Jackets won 5-1. Ava Purvis, Laiba Chattha, and Bianca Garza all won their singles matches 8-0. In doubles action, Purvis and...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Sports
By Whitney Metz — Northampton’s softball team took on the Lady Firebirds on April 28 in Oak Hall. Northampton stole the early lead in the top of the first inning, scoring three runs. Arcadia quickly responded in the bottom of the inning putting up 13. The Lady Yellow...
by James Ritch | May 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
When we opened our internet tubes this week, there was still a lot of talk about the Oct. 23, 2021, death on the set of “Rust,” a western starring Alec Baldwin, who was also a producer on the movie. Somehow, a gun was loaded with real ammunition so when Baldwin pulled...
