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Two women, two families forever joined by the gift of life

by Jackie Nunnery October 8, will become a birthday of sorts for Tiffany Taylor when she undergoes a liver transplant at UVA Health University Medical...

Northumberland plans to sell three properties

by Jackie Nunnery HEATHSVILLE—During a special meeting on Wednesday, September 30, Northumberland supervisors approved a motion to have three county-owned parcels appraised as the first...

Securing a fair election started early

by Jackie Nunnery LANCASTER—There are many days and many steps taken to ensure a fair and accurate result is certified before and after Election Day,...

Sue Swift announces write-in candidacy for school board in Northumberland District 5

REEDVILLE—Sue Swift, a longtime educator and Northern Neck resident, is running as a write-in candidate for the Northumberland County School Board, representing District 5. Swift...

White Stone Town council discusses ’Blessing Box’ and upcoming events

by Lisa Hinton-Valdrighi WHITE STONE—The Town of White Stone may soon have a free neighborhood resource where those in need can get non-perishable foods, toiletries...

Temporary signal will direct one-way traffic through work zone at Oyster Creek Bridge

WHITE STONE—A temporary traffic signal will be activated Monday, October 12, in a construction work zone to replace the Oyster Creek Bridge on Windmill...

New historical marker unveiled

by Jackie Nunnery HEATHSVILLE—A new historical marker honoring Elizabeth Key (1630-1665), believed to be the first person of African descent in the colonies to sue—and...

DiGiovanni announces campaign for school board in Northumberland County

REEDVILLE—Dr. Frank “D9” DiGiovanni of Reedville has announced his candidacy for the District 5 seat on the Northumberland school board. The seat will be...

Applicant withdraws plan for large event rental venue on Mifarm Road

by Jackie Nunnery LANCASTER—As the result of pushback from neighbors and supervisors, a plan to use a Mifarm Road property for large gatherings was withdrawn...

Conserved riverfront property tells stories worth preserving: Lawson Bay Farm and Capt. Bayton

by Rob Hedelt When visitors arrive Saturday, October 3, at Lawson Bay Farm in White Stone for Boots and Barbecue, the Northern Neck Land Conservancy’s...

Supervisors rezone parcel at Mary Ball and Devils Bottom

by Jackie Nunnery LANCASTER—Lancaster supervisors on Thursday, September 24, approved a rezoning application submitted by Joseph “Paul” and Margaret Elbourn to change a 1.969-acre parcel...

CORRECTION: Property owners describe proposed plans for 128-acre tract in Irvington

CORRECTION TO STORY: The Irvington Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Office, 4507 Irvington...

The Northern Neck has a lot to say on menhaden fishery

by Jackie Nunnery CLARAVILLE—Hundreds showed up to Northumberland High School on Saturday, September 19, to voice their opinions on potential action by Atlantic States Marine...

Kilmarnock to sell parcel for solar farm

by AnnGardner Eubank KILMARNOCK—The Kilmarnock Town Council on Monday, September 21, unanimously adopted a resolution to enter a purchase agreement with Dimension Energy for the...

Design public hearings slated for Norris Bridge replacement

WHITE STONE—The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold two design public hearings in October to share information and receive comments on the proposed...

Daytime delays planned through October 30 on the Norris Bridge

WHITE STONE—A routine, scheduled inspection of the Robert O. Norris Jr. Memorial Bridge is now under way and will continue through October. Motorists can expect...
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