September 16, 2026
News
KPD ANNOUNCES TRAFFIC SIGNAL CHANGE IN KILMARNOCK
Kilmarnock Police Department announced drivers will see a change to the traffic signal on Route 3 at the Food Lion shopping center.
Suspects With Deportation Orders Flee in King George
On August 14, King George announced that a vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Kings Hwy and Ridge Rd involving law enforcement, noting that it was an isolated event and that there was no danger to King George Elementary School.
McGuire’s Wharf Property Going up for Auction
At last week’s meeting, Westmoreland Board of Supervisors authorized County Administrator Donna Cogswell to advertise a public hearing to sell the property of 385 McGuire’s Wharf by auction, sealed bid, or through a realtor.
Anti-Litter Committee Runs Into Roadblocks
The Northumberland County Anti Litter Committee faced unexpected hurdles as it attempted to repeat some cleanup initiatives, including its winter roadside cleanup and a tire collection effort.
Richmond County Requesting No Wake Areas
Richmond County Board of Supervisors voted to grant local approval for three proposed no wake zones, a step required before the Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) can consider final authorization.
KING GEORGE VOTES AGAINST REPEALING SELLER’S DISCOUNT
After discussions that ran across several meetings, the King George Board of Supervisors backed away from the idea of repealing the seller’s discount, which allows businesses to keep 3% of the meals tax they collect if the remainder is paid to the County on time.
Westmoreland passes personal property tax relief rates
Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors approved a 20% tax relief rate on personal property for the 2026 tax year.
MONTROSS POST 252 LODGE OFFERING PROPERTY TO COUNTY
Located next to the Chandler’s Mill Pond, both the old American Legion Post and the neighboring park of Hurt Field are familiar sights to those regularly traveling that stretch of Route 3. Last week, Westmoreland County Administrator Donna Cogswell revealed Montross Post 252 Lodge was set to gift both to the County.
Northumberland considering semi-annual tax billing
“Do you want twice-a-year billing or do you want DMV?” -Treasurer Pam King