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Driver and victim in Isle of Wight pedestrian death identified
A Carrolton woman and her dog were killed Tuesday, Feb. 1, on Route 10 in Isle of Wight County. Virginia State Police says Amber L. Gibson, 35, of Carrollton, and the dog died at the scene when a 2002 Toyota 4Runner struck the Gibson as they were walking in the roadway. The vehicle was driven by […] The post Driver and victim in Isle of Wight pedestrian death identified appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Commonwealth’s Attorney to host 3rd Annual Crime Victims’ Rights Week event
The Suffolk Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office is gearing for their third year in honoring victims of crime. In observance of National Crimes Victims Week, Commonwealth’s Attorney Narendra R. Pleas and her team will be hosting the 3rd Annual Crime Victims’ Rights Week Kick-Off, set for 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 20 at Lake Meade […] The post Commonwealth’s Attorney to host 3rd Annual Crime Victims’ Rights Week event appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
F. Jefferson ‘Jeff’ James embraces the title of Retiree
It was an afternoon filled with laughs and tears as Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney F. Jefferson “Jeff” James received his new title: Retiree. Suffolk law and elected officials joined in honoring James during his retirement celebration at the City of Suffolk Courthouse on Friday, January 26. Serving the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office for 38 years, James […] The post F. Jefferson ‘Jeff’ James embraces the title of Retiree appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Col. Fred Cherry Middle shines with Purple Star award
It was a momentous occasion for Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School as they celebrated becoming a Virginia Distinguished Purple Star School. Suffolk Public Schools students and families, as well as Cherry’s family members and school officials, came together for the Col. Fred Cherry Middle School Purple Star Recognition Ceremony and Banner Unveiling event on Tuesday, […] The post Col. Fred Cherry Middle shines with Purple Star award appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Safety Committee discuss school and city safety
City and safety leaders returned for the Suffolk Public Safety Committee’s first meeting of 2024 with a few hot topics to review. Held on Wednesday, January 24 at City Hall, committee members discussed recent traffic camera data from the Suffolk Police Department, incidents at public housing and the recent safety threats towards Suffolk Public Schools. […] The post Safety Committee discuss school and city safety appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
LHS Band Director inspires students to unleash full potential
Alvin Wilson wants his students to be the best that they can be. Since 2007, the Smithfield native has worked to help his Lakeland High School band students reach even greater heights through hard work and discipline. Serving over 15 years as the school’s Band Director has seen students through various band competitions where they […] The post LHS Band Director inspires students to unleash full potential appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Public Libraries, STAR Haven partner for winter coat giveaway
Are you in need of a coat for the ongoing winter season? Suffolk Public Libraries and nonprofit organization STAR Haven have teamed up to provide free winter coats for those in need at the Morgan Memorial Library, located 443 W. Washington St. Ongoing today until the library’s close of business at 8:00 p.m., Suffolk residents […] The post Suffolk Public Libraries, STAR Haven partner for winter coat giveaway appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Color Splash: NSA Art Show dazzles in opening reception
Artists and art fans from Hampton Roads and beyond came out to Nansemond-Suffolk Academy to celebrate the region’s creative minds. The 38th Annual Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Art Show and Sale opened its doors on Saturday, Jan. 27 to begin their week of showcasing a variety of beautiful artworks. With over 150 artists, pieces from Suffolk, Windsor, […] The post Suffolk Color Splash: NSA Art Show dazzles in opening reception appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPS looks for feedback on potential pre-Labor Day start
Suffolk Public Schools parents and students may have received a new survey regarding an earlier school year start. The division wants to hear from school division families on the possibility of a future school year starting before the Labor Day holiday. SPS students in Grades 8 through 12 are eligible to take the survey and […] The post SPS looks for feedback on potential pre-Labor Day start appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Police make arrest in fatal shooting
Suffolk Police advise that, following notification of next of kin, the victim in Tuesday morning’s fatal shooting incident has been identified as Jackquelyn Marie Stevenson, age 29, of Suffolk. Suffolk Police also advise that Antonio Kiawana Newsome, age 43, of Norfolk, has been arrested in connection to the incident. Newsome is currently being held at […] The post Police make arrest in fatal shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Former NSA Saint has a chance to become repeat Super Bowl champion
Most kids only dream about making it to the Super Bowl, but for former Nansemond-Suffolk Academy star Cole Christiansen, getting to the big game is old hat at this point. The former Saint and Army product was part of the Chiefs practice squad last year when Kansas City defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl […] The post Former NSA Saint has a chance to become repeat Super Bowl champion appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Kroger completes $2.2 million upgrade to North Suffolk store
Wednesday morning saw Kroger Mid-Atlantic commemorate another Suffolk re-grand opening. Located on 1017 University Blvd, Kroger company officials, store employees and Suffolk City Council members celebrated the completion of the store’s remodeling with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The $2.2 million store upgrade included updates to the meat, deli and sushi departments as well as additional […] The post Kroger completes $2.2 million upgrade to North Suffolk store appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Woman shot and killed on Mill Lake Road
Suffolk Police are investigating a shooting death that occurred early Tuesday morning in the 200o block of Mill Lake Road. According to police, at approximately 8:05 a.m. on Jan. 30, the 911 center received a report of a shooting incident on Mill Lake Road. When officers arrived on the scene, they found an adult female […] The post Woman shot and killed on Mill Lake Road appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Man walks into hospital with gunshot wound, police say
On Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, at 2:37 p.m., The Suffolk Emergency Communications Center received a call from an area hospital that advised an adult male, age 21, had walked into the emergency room with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The location of the incident is unknown and there is no suspect information available at this time. […] The post Man walks into hospital with gunshot wound, police say appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Second closure of the JRB to begin this week
The second four-day shutdown of the James River Bridge is on schedule to begin next week. Virginia Department of Transportation contractor crews will replace the second set of 40 cables original to the 41-year-old drawbridge that connects Newport News with Isle of Wight County. Preliminary work will begin at 7 p.m. on Feb. 1 with […] The post Second closure of the JRB to begin this week appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Vehicle crashes into a home on Locust Street
Suffolk Fire and Rescue responded to a structural collapse in the 200 block of Locust St. Friday at approximately 10:30. When units arrived on the scene, they found a vehicle had crashed into a residential structure. Three occupants were in the house and were uninjured. The driver was removed by firefighters while still in the […] The post Vehicle crashes into a home on Locust Street appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPD searching for missing woman
Updated at 4:25 p.m.: Suffolk Police advise that Ms. Shirley Screase Donaldson, age 57, has been safely located and would like to thank the community for their assistance. The Suffolk Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing and endangered adult female. On Jan. 23, 2024, 57-year-old Shirley Screase Donaldson left her […] The post SPD searching for missing woman appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPS partners with ODU for new STEM Academy
Suffolk Public Schools announced plans to create a new in-house laboratory elementary school. In a unanimous decision, the board voted to enter into a partnership with Old Dominion University to create a new STEM Academy housed at Booker T. Washington Elementary School. The lab school is described by SPS Chief of Schools Dr. Stenette Byrd […] The post SPS partners with ODU for new STEM Academy appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Area hospital groups issue masking recommendation
On Thursday, all six hospital groups in Hampton Roads issued a joint masking recommendation based on data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showing a sharp rise in cases of flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other respiratory illnesses throughout the area. In the joint statement released by Bon Secours, Chesapeake […] The post Area hospital groups issue masking recommendation appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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