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Sheriff’s Office shares Christmas Cheer
The spirit of the season continued to thrive at the Suffolk Sheriff’s Department. Law enforcement officials shared toys and gifts to community churches and nursing homes on Monday, Dec. 4 and Tuesday, Dec. 5, bringing holiday cheer to church members and nursing home residents as the Christmas countdown continues. Visits included Union Baptist Missionary Church […] The post Sheriff’s Office shares Christmas Cheer appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Salvation Army continues their season of giving
The Salvation Army of Suffolk needs your help as the Red Kettle Drive continues before Christmas. As part of their season of giving, Salvation Army bell ringers are still taking donations until Saturday, Dec. 23, to help the Salvation Army support the Suffolk, Isle of Wight, Surry, Southampton and Franklin communities. Salvation Army Officer Capt. […] The post Salvation Army continues their season of giving appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Lydia Duke’s cherished holiday tradition
The rich tradition of the Suffolk Cheer Fund is one that has been passed on in many families in the area. For example, President and Dealer Lydia Duke of Duke GMC says when she moved to Suffolk in 1971, the Cheer Fund allowed her to continue the gift of sharing that her parents had passed […] The post Lydia Duke’s cherished holiday tradition appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
A home for the holidays
Christmas came early for Shawda Williams and her family, as Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads and city officials gathered for the dedication ceremony of her new home on Saturday, Dec. 16. Noted as a workaholic who loves caring for others, including animals and the elderly, Williams shared a two-bedroom apartment with her son, […] The post A home for the holidays appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Gov. Youngkin Appoints Suffolk Resident for Second Term
On Friday, Dec. 1, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced additional board and administration appointments to his team. Among his Statewide Independent Living Council, which works with citizens with disabilities, Suffolk resident Leelynn Cherease Untalan Brady was announced to serve her second term on the council as Aloha Independent Living Hawaii Project Coordinator, continuing her four years […] The post Gov. Youngkin Appoints Suffolk Resident for Second Term appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk gathers for Horton Wreath Society Ceremony
It was a chilly Saturday morning as individuals from all walks of life gathered to honor the lives of lost veterans. Residents, as well as military and city officials, attended the Horton Wreath Society Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 16, at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Serving as guest speakers for […] The post Suffolk gathers for Horton Wreath Society Ceremony appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
ESKA USA announces move to Suffolk
ESKA USA, a renowned 140-year-old manufacturer based in the Netherlands, is thrilled to announce its expansion in Suffolk, Virginia. Seeking to expand its operations, ESKA USA will be moving existing machinery used to manufacture solid board used in packaging for cosmetics, perfume, other luxury goods, as well as hardcover books and game boards and anticipates […] The post ESKA USA announces move to Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SFD responds to fire at Burger King Sunday
Suffolk Fire & Rescue responded to a report of a fire at the Burger King on N Main Street Sunday. Shortly after noon, SFD arrived on the scene to find black smoke showing from the store. According to SFD, the fire originated in the deep fryer in the kitchen area of the business. “The restaurant […] The post SFD responds to fire at Burger King Sunday appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Up to 2 inches of rain expected Sunday throughout Hampton Roads
Increased rainfall is expected to close out the weekend. The National Weather Service in Wakefield forecasts a 100% chance of rain on Sunday, mainly after 7 a.m., with precipitation between one and two inches and the potential for flash flooding for Suffolk and all of Hampton Roads. This is a significant increase from what meteorologists […] The post Up to 2 inches of rain expected Sunday throughout Hampton Roads appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
North Carolina mother indicted by a Suffolk Grand Jury for infant son’s death
The North Carolina mother arrested on May 9 for the death of her infant son was indicted by a grand jury on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Taina Sanford is accused of leaving her 5-month-old son in a car for an unknown period of time. Through the investigation, Suffolk Police said in a June 21 news release, […] The post North Carolina mother indicted by a Suffolk Grand Jury for infant son’s death appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Bon Secours tops out $80M Harbour View Medical Center
Bon Secours celebrated a new milestone in constructing their new Harbour View Medical Center. Bon Secours leaders, alongside city officials and Suffolk City Council members, gathered together for a special topping out on Thursday, Dec. 14, at 5818 Harbour View Blvd. Attendees celebrated as the last steel beam, signed by various doctors, nurses, and community […] The post Bon Secours tops out $80M Harbour View Medical Center appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Franklin works to transfer title of WTCSB building
The Franklin City Council voted unanimously Monday evening, Dec. 11, to authorize the work needed to transfer the title of the Western Tidewater Community Services Board building at 5268 Godwin Blvd. in Suffolk from the City of Franklin Industrial Development Authority to the WTCSB. Franklin City Manager Amanda C. Jarratt introduced the topic of the […] The post Franklin works to transfer title of WTCSB building appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
The magic of the ‘look-in room’
Christmas, for most, brings families closer together. In doing so, that closeness creates traditions carried with us for a lifetime. For example, Suffolk Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Maj. David Miles recalls one of his biggest childhood Christmas traditions — The Look-In Room. Miles says growing up, he remembers coming home from school to the distinct scent […] The post The magic of the ‘look-in room’ appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Charter/Spectrum Amplifies Rural Broadband Initiative
Charter/Spectrum continues its efforts to provide broadband services to the rural areas of Suffolk. During Suffolk City Council’s work session on Wednesday, Nov. 15, Director of Government Affairs for Charter Communications Eric Collins provided an update on the telecommunications company’s continued construction progress to address the need for broadband services in the area. “Look forward […] The post Charter/Spectrum Amplifies Rural Broadband Initiative appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
North Main Kroger: A refreshed look and new services
Wednesday saw jubilance in the air of the North Main Kroger supermarket. As part of the mid-Atlantic division’s four re-grand openings, which included Richmond, Rocky Mountain and Harrisonburg, the Suffolk Shopping Center store, located at 1401 N. Main St., celebrated its re-grand opening on Wednesday, Dec. 6, with team members and both company and city […] The post North Main Kroger: A refreshed look and new services appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Fire and Rescue teams up with neighboring cities for seamless incident response
Suffolk Fire and Rescue announced it has entered a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) with the Southside Hampton Roads Fire Departments that will allow for the seamless response of fire apparatus and ambulances amongst the five Hampton Roads Fire & Rescue Departments. According to a media release front the city, each city in South Hampton Roads is […] The post Suffolk Fire and Rescue teams up with neighboring cities for seamless incident response appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Get in the holiday spirit with the VSO Holiday Brass
On Friday, Dec. 15, the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts will help ring in the holidays with a performance by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Holiday Brass, the center announced in a media release. The concert will begin at 7:00 PM and will be a family-friendly event. Reserved seating tickets are $40, $35, and $18 for […] The post Get in the holiday spirit with the VSO Holiday Brass appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk developer looks to revive 14-acre subdivision in Smithfield
A Suffolk developer is looking to revive a stalled 14-acre subdivision behind Smithfield’s Royal Farms gas station at Battery Park Road and South Church Street. The town approved Virginia Beach-based developer John Mamoudis’ plans in 2020 to build 150 condominium units across 15 multifamily buildings, but the project never broke ground. When Mamoudis returned in […] The post Suffolk developer looks to revive 14-acre subdivision in Smithfield appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk residents welcome first Publix Supermarket
Residents flocked to the new Publix at Planters Station on Godwin Blvd early Wednesday morning as the store celebrated its long-awaited grand opening. Those on hand were excited about being a part of the store’s grand opening. Cynthia Johnson said that she was “excited” to come out and see what the “new store” in Suffolk […] The post Suffolk residents welcome first Publix Supermarket appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Winter Wonderland Parade dazzles Downtown Suffolk
Saturday evening saw Downtown Suffolk come alive with jubilance and enthusiasm as the Holiday Parade returned on Saturday, Dec 9. With the theme of “Winter Wonderland,” the streets were filled with excitement among residents as the city brought forth spectacular parade floats, school marching bands, performing units, and dazzling street cars for all spectators. With […] The post Winter Wonderland Parade dazzles Downtown Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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