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IWCS central office renovation resumes with new state funding
Isle of Wight County Schools is proceeding with plans to convert two remaining wings of the circa-1961 Hardy Elementary into the division’s new central office using additional state grant money. Deputy Superintendent Christopher Coleman briefed county supervisors on the renovation at an Oct. 8 joint meeting of the supervisors and School Board. Just under $865,000 […]
Steve’s Setlist: Rollercoaster temperatures ahead
The reinforcement of cooler air is short-lived after Friday… the bright October sunshine briefly boosts our temperatures Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy it, because an even bigger cool down is on the way next week. Track 1Cool Kids by EchosmithThe cool mornings will stick around for most of the weekend… expect mornings in the 40s to […]
Norfolk Fire and Rescue is looking to boost paramedic staff levels
NORFOLK, Va. — The city of Norfolk is proposing a new program to bulk up its first responders amid a shortage of paramedics to respond to emergencies. The new full-time Pilot Paramedic Program plans to bring in 12 full-time paramedics. Norfolk Fire-Rescue Chief Sidney Carroll announced the plan at a city council informal session Tuesday.
Alexander, Dolmo and Leeman compete for Norfolk mayoral race
NORFOLK, Va. — Giovanni Dolmo and Tommy Leeman are hoping to unseat incumbent mayor of Norfolk, Kenny Alexander. Dolmo says issues in his neighborhood pushed him to run for office. “My priorities are crime. My priorities are better economy. My priorities are floodings. My priorities are better education for...
IWCS ahead of neighbors in filling teacher vacancies
Isle of Wight County Schools is ahead of its neighbors when it comes to filling teacher vacancies. IWCS typically employs between 700 and 800 faculty and staff members, and enrolls 5,500 students, across its nine schools and central office. It had 128 vacancies as of the summer, falling to just 16 as of Sept. 19, […] The post IWCS ahead of neighbors in filling teacher vacancies appeared first on The Tidewater News.
USLSS in NC: The Wright effect
By Jen Carlson On December 3, 1903, a surfman from the Currituck Beach LifeSaving Station (formerly known as Jones Hill) spotted a vessel stranded about 500 yards northeast of the station. Keeper W.F. Parker immediately reported the discovery by wire to the department before leading the crew out to the beach. The Lyle Gun was […] The post USLSS in NC: The Wright effect appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Norfolk man pleads guilty to threats, property damage over neighbor’s dog barking
A Norfolk man who slashed a neighbor’s tires and repeatedly threatened him and his dog over the dog’s barking pleaded guilty Wednesday to multiple charges. Julian Saich, 62, pleaded guilty to felony extortion, violating a protective order and destroying property for a series of events this year. According to a release from prosecutors, Saich, who lives in the Roland Park area, sent his ...
Bayport Athlete of the Week: Bethel running back Amari Pryear
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — Bethel junior running back Amari Pryear has had himself a big couple of weeks, and while it may have been a shock to some seeing a talent like him burst onto the scene, Bruins head coach David Porter has always seen it from his tailback. “He runs smooth,” Porter said. “He’s […]
O’Kresik, Taylor named to SNHU president’s list
Kiersten O’Kresik, of Capron, and Jesse Taylor, of Windsor, have been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Summer 2024 President’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. A university news release noted that full-time undergraduate students at SNHU who have earned a grade-point average of 3.700 or greater for the reporting term are […] The post O’Kresik, Taylor named to SNHU president’s list appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Community input needed for Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan Draft
The City of Suffolk has announced a public comment period on the Draft Phase III Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Action Plan. Public input for the comprehensive action plan will be open from Friday, Oct. 11 through Monday, Oct. 28. The plan has been developed in compliance with the 2023-2028 General Permit for […] The post Community input needed for Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan Draft appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
High school scoreboard: No. 3 Nansemond River field hockey team blanks Deep Creek
Field hockey #757Teamz Top 15 #3 Nansemond River 8, Deep Creek 0 Anyia Woods and Brayden Johnston each netted two goals. The Warriors’ remaining goals were registered by Caydence Parker, Caitlin Outlaw, Jordan White and Aubrey White. #8 Great Bridge 3, #12 Hickory 0 Leah Orrock, Lily Johnson and Jordan Walters each scored goals for the Wildcats. Kenzie Cummins provided two assists. #9 Poquoson ...
Community helps Ed’s Repair aid storm victims
The community of Southampton County-Franklin stepped up in North Carolina residents’ time of need last week. From Sept. 30-Oct. 4, members of that community donated supplies and money to Crystle Cline and Ed O’Donnell, of the Sedley-based automotive business Ed’s Repair, so they could use some of their equipment to deliver that aid to people […] The post Community helps Ed’s Repair aid storm victims appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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