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Swim advisory issued for Captain’s Quarter Park in Norfolk due to unsafe bacteria levels

NORFOLK, Va. — The Norfolk Department of Public Health issued a swimming advisory Tuesday for Captain’s Quarters Park in Ocean View after water testing showed elevated bacteria levels. Officials said testing on Monday revealed enterococci bacteria levels above state water quality standards. Signs have been posted at...
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34th Annual Southeast Community Day Parade and Festival

Andrew Shannon’s Southeast Community Day, Building a Stronger Community, takes place in Newport News, Virginia. The parade will feature the Hampton University Marching Force Band and their band director, Dr. Thomas Jones. The parade begins, rain or shine, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10 a.m. on the 3700...
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Gov. Youngkin sends boats, crews to Hampton Roads as Hurricane Erin nears

Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-Virginia) says state resources are ready help first responders in Hampton Roads as they handle potential impacts from Hurricane Erin.
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Blaque C adds flavor to revival in Norfolk’s Park Place neighborhood

A new restaurant in Park Place is blending food, family and community in what city leaders call the “Soul of Norfolk.”
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VB preps for impacts from Hurricane Erin

City officials held a press conference Wednesday morning to alert the public of their concerns from the Hurricane, as they expect flooding to be an issue. More information: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/virginia-beach/virginia-beach-preps-for-impacts-from-hurricane-erin/
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Dominion Energy calls reinforcements to coastal regions ahead of Thursdays storm

Dominion Energy representatives said they're determined to keep customers lights on ahead the impact Hurricane Erin may have. https://www.wavy.com/?p=2812647.
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21-year-old arrested in connection with deadly Chesapeake shooting

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A 21-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting in Chesapeake on Saturday. Cesar Anibal Ramirez Roque was charged with second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Police say they received a 911 call around...
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Celebrate All Things Newport News at Made in Newport News

The City of Newport News is excited to host the 3rd annual Made in Newport News event, block party edition, on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. at City Center. Please join us as we celebrate the people, products, services, businesses, organizations, and attractions that make our city unique.
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Horror writer Edgar Allan Poe returns to Hampton Roads … in spirits

Get ready for Chapter Two. The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy returns to Virginia Beach this week and Newport News in October, after last year’s successful visit. Poe, born in 1809, is credited with creating the detective crime genre and was renowned for his mastery of horror and suspense. Poe was also no stranger to...
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EEOC sues Smithfield Fresh Meats over alleged pregnancy discrimination

SMITHFIELD, Va. — The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing Virginia-based Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp., alleging that a company facility in Tarheel, N.C., violated federal law by discriminating against a pregnant employee. According to the lawsuit, which was filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court for the...

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