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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.
SPS unveils a cutting-edge pharmacy
Suffolk Public Schools celebrated a new division addition providing pharmaceutical assistance. The school’s operation center marked the grand opening of the SPS Health Pharmacy on Thursday, Dec. 7, located at 3264 Pruden Blvd. Eligible to any employees, spouses and dependents covered by the Suffolk Public Schools health plan, the full-service pharmacy carries generic, brand and […] The post SPS unveils a cutting-edge pharmacy appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Fire extinguisher accident at Nansemond River High School triggers emergency response
13 students and one adult were treated at area hospitals after a fire extinguisher was accidentally bumped and discharged during a class change. Initially, over 70 students reported respiratory irritation. Due to the number of students who presented with respiratory irritation, SFD declared a ‘Mass Casualty Incident.” SFD confirmed twelve of those students and one […] The post Fire extinguisher accident at Nansemond River High School triggers emergency response appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
TowneBank earns state’s best bank to work honor
TowneBank, with 50 locations across Virginia and North Carolina, has been named nationally as one of the “Best Banks to Work For” by American Banker, taking the No. 1 spot among financial institutions based in Virginia and the No. 7 spot among financial institutions listed with $10 billion or more in assets. This year, 90 […] The post TowneBank earns state’s best bank to work honor appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Residential structure fire leaves four displaced
According to Suffolk Fire and Rescue, an early morning residential fire in Suffolk on Tuesday, Dec. 12, left three adults and one minor displaced. SFD responded to the 8200 Block of Harlan Drive for a residential structure fire at approximately 4 a.m. on Tuesday, the department said in a press release. According to the release, […] The post Residential structure fire leaves four displaced appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
AMBER ALERT: Child believed to have been abducted in Virginia Beach
The Virginia State Police and the Virginia Missing Children Clearinghouse have issued an AMBER Alert on behalf of the Virginia Beach Police Department for a child abduction that occurred on Dec. 9, 2023, at 7:15 a.m., according to a press release. According to the release, the child is believed to be in extreme danger and […] The post AMBER ALERT: Child believed to have been abducted in Virginia Beach appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Peanut City Cloggers take the national stage by storm
The Peanut City Cloggers are celebrating the results of their hard-earned work. The group recently wrapped up two American Clogging Hall of Fame National Competitions, one held on Oct. 20 through 21 in Sevierville, Tennessee, and one on Saturday, Nov. 18 in Denton, North Carolina. The group saw much success in their work: In Tennessee, […] The post Peanut City Cloggers take the national stage by storm appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Three cheers for the National Champion Holland Razorbacks
A local cheer team brought home not one, not two, but three Pop Warner National Championships held in Orlando, Florida, from Dec. 4 through Dec. 7. Hailing from the Holland community, the Holland Razorbacks Tiny Mite (ages 5-7), Junior PeeWee (ages 8-10), and Junior Varsity (ages 11-13) Pom squads all claimed the title of National […] The post Three cheers for the National Champion Holland Razorbacks appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
A Cozy Success at Bridgeport Holiday Market
Dreary weather could not dampen the holiday spirits of those attending the 3rd Annual Bridgeport Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3832 Bridge Rd. on Saturday. The market saw a variety of local vendors providing handcrafted jewelry, baked goods, candles, home décor, and more. The event also featured Christmas tree sales from Knott’s Creek […] The post A Cozy Success at Bridgeport Holiday Market appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk residents unite on World AIDS Day
It was a day to provide education and remember those lost to AIDS. In recognition of World AIDS Day, Suffolk residents participated in two events: The 3rd Annual AIDS Walk and the World AIDS Day event on Friday, Dec. 1. In partnership with the Western Tidewater Health District and Suffolk Public Health, the 3rd Annual […] The post Suffolk residents unite on World AIDS Day appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Police officer arrested after internal audit
As a result of an ongoing time-audit investigation conducted by the Suffolk Police Department, Suffolk Police Sergeant Hector Rosario Jr. was charged and arrested on Dec. 5, 2023, for the following: one count of Forging and Utter a Public Document, a Class 4 Felony; one count of Computer Fraud; one count Obtaining Money Under False […] The post Suffolk Police officer arrested after internal audit appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Man convicted in 2021 armed robbery sentenced
The man convicted of the May 2021 armed robbery of the Bayport Credit Union on University Blvd. has been sentenced to 28 years in prison. Jayson Newkirk, 39, of Suffolk, was convicted on Sept. 7 on two counts of robbery and two counts of using a firearm in the commission of a robbery and subsequently […] The post Man convicted in 2021 armed robbery sentenced appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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