September 27, 2026
News
VA Land Leaders Celebrate, Reflect, & Commit to Accessibility
By: Michelle Smith State officials gathered at Westmoreland State Park to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Commonwealth’s state park system and Virginia Public Lands… Login to continue reading Login…
POTOMAC PERK OPENS ITS DOORS
Last Monday, a ribbon cutting was held as The Potomac Perk at Bob’s Bean Roastery celebrated its grand opening. Situated inside the Market on Main building at the intersection of Wilder and Washington Avenue, the coffee shop also has a roasting machine inside. A few days after the grand opening and ribbon cutting, manager Reilly Clifton and owner Bob Busick sat down to chat about how the whole idea came about.
Northumberland Officially Opposes ASMFC Menhaden Proposals
The County expressed opposition to any change that isn’t supported by science.
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.
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.
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.
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
NCSO Introduces New Deputy
Northumberland County Sheriff’s Office announced Deputy G. Gunderson successfully completed Law Enforcement Basic #176 on September 3rd.
CBPD Introduces Two New Officers
The Colonial Beach Police Department announced Officer Bryan Holmes and Officer Qwavontae Taylor graduated from the Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy.