October 25, 2026
Michelle Smith
Drifters Post a Home Loss, Raiders See First Defeat
Last Friday, the Colonial Beach Drifters were visited by the Sussex Central Tigers, and while the Drifters made valiant efforts to hold off the visitors, the Tigers would leave the field with 68 unanswered points, marking another loss for Colonial Beach. The Drifters’ next game will be in Norfolk against Christian Varsity Football.
Community Shows Strong Support for Menhaden Industry at ASMFC Hearing
Anyone who passed Academic Lane Saturday morning could have been led to believe school was in session.
One Suspect Charged Amid Dog Dumping Investigations
One person has been charged following a spate of dog dumping incidents in King George.
CBPD Chief Parsons Earns Law Enforcement Executive Certification
Colonial Beach Police Chief Les Parsons was one of 24 law enforcement leaders newly designated as a Certified Command Executive Officer by Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police & Foundation (VACP).
Tigers Go Unanswered in Colonial Beach
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VMRC GIVES AFTER-THE-FACT APPROVAL FOR KING GEORGE BOATHOUSE
A King George property owner has been allowed to retain a boathouse that was built larger than authorized.
NNMFHC & VCU Dental School Partnership Prompts Visit
The Northern Neck–Middlesex Free Health Clinic (NNMFHC) offers dental services that not only greatly ben‑efit the community but also support those pursuing dental careers—an impact recently highlighted during a visit from leaders of the VCU School of Dentistry.
Westmoreland Schools’ crisis plan explained
On August 17, the Westmoreland County School Board held a presentation on, and sub‑sequently approved, a new crisis management plan presented to them by Christopher Evans, the division’s director of technology, and Tom Kaski, the division’s technology coordinator. These plans are drawn up on a year‑by‑year basis and have to be approved by the School Board and certified by the Superintendent before the end of August.
Stratford Hall adds new offerings to Wine & Oyster Festival
It will not be long at all before the Stratford Hall Wine & Oyster Festival is upon us. Slated to run on both the 19th and 20th of September, guests are invited to sample the wares of wineries and oysters from all over the area and beyond while they enjoy live music, vendors, car shows, food trucks, and much more.
Comment Window Opens for Northern Neck Heritage Area Management Plan
The public is offered the opportunity to provide input on making the region’s heritage relevant