Northern Neck Brewery hosts charity event

Montross may have another recurring event coming to add to the roster courtesy of Larry Hinson—better known as DJ Master Blaster—and Northern Neck Brewing, which held a fundraiser for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital last Saturday evening.
Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce hosts annual awards dinner

Last week, members of the Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce gathered at the Pier 909 Restaurant to recognize accomplishments in 2025.
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Dear Editor
Dear Editor, I read with great interest the article in the March 25, 2026 edition of the Westmoreland News about the resigning of the County Administrator, Jim Taylor. His resignation appears to be related to some missed loan payments and the article clearly states the problem started when the USDA made changes to their banking system. The article continues by saying that Supervisor Trivett spoke on the matter with the Colonial Beach Town Council and that the accrued interest was in the neighborhood of $110,000. Speaking of a past Administrator, Supervisor Fisher was quoted as saying “I had the pleasure of working with Norm Risavi, one of the best financial minds I know”.
Fishing in the Northern Neck

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Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Rep. Wittman’s latest email ignores the true reasons behind rising costs, focusing instead on misleading narratives.
KING GEORGE SHERIFF’S REPORT
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COLONIAL BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARDS DEPUTY OF THE YEAR

On Wednesday, April 14, Deputy Jacob McKnight received the 2025 Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce Deputy Sheriff of the Year Award. The recognition and award presentation was part of their Annual Awards Celebration and Dinner held at Pier 909.
ARREST MADE FOR DAYTIME SHOOTING IN KILMARNOCK

A 22-year-old man was arrested after allegedly opening fire in the middle of the day at the Mobile convenience store in Kilmarnock.
Workforce Development Board announces realignment with Gloucester

The Bay Consortium Workforce Development Board (BCWDB) is preparing for a federally required regional realignment that will add Gloucester County to the region that includes the Northern Neck. The change is intended to better reflect commuting patterns, employer relationships, and economic ties across the area.
