November 12, 2026
News
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.
Synagro Seeking Major Permit Expansion for Biosolids & WTP Use in RichCo
Synagro Central is seeking to renew its permit to spread biosolids and water treat‑ment plant (WTP) residuals on agricultural and silvicultural land in Richmond County. If approved, the proposed permit would signifi‑cantly expand the amount of land where those materials could be used.
Northumberland Raises Concerns About Fate of Verizon Phone Service
Northumberland is among the counties raising concerns about Verizon’s proposal to phase out traditional copper-based telephone service.
KGSO SEEKING INFO ON 14-YEAR-OLD RUNAWAY
King George Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information on the whereabouts of Triston Cole Amory, a 14-year-old runaway to contact the office at (540) 775-2049.
Public meetings scheduled for proposed menhaden regulations
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) has opened public comment on a draft of new regulations that could substantially change how menhaden are harvested in the Chesapeake Bay, including a potential 50% cut to the Bay harvest cap for the reduction fishery.