Local News

W&M Asks Students, Staff to Prepare For Earl

By Amber Lester Thursday, September 02, 2010

In anticipation of severe storm conditions, The College of William & Mary is asking students to stay home tonight.

Judge Grants Injunction To Halt Ukrop's Auction, Fixture Sale

By Amber Lester Thursday, September 02, 2010

  A York-Poquoson Circuit Court judge granted an injunction today that halts attempts to sell the location and contents of the former Ukrop’s on Mooretown Road.

Wittman Talks Issues With York Conservatives

By Amber Lester Wednesday, September 01, 2010

Rep. Rob Wittman rallied York County conservatives to help America recognize what he called “simple truths” during a coffeehouse forum Tuesday night. Wittman, running for re-election to represent Virginia’s 1st congressional district, appeared as guest speaker at a meeting of the Tuscany Forum group, so named because the members meet at Tuscany’s Coffeehouse on Route 17. The group gathers fiscal and social conservatives from across the spectrum, some Tea Party activists, to discuss government matters. More than 70 people turned out to hear the congressman’s speech.

Prime Outlets Sold

By Desiree Parker Wednesday, September 01, 2010

The sale of Prime Outlets Williamsburg to Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group was finalized Tuesday.

Prepare Now for Chance of Hurricane

By Amber Lester Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Hurricane Earl is churning off the East Coast, threatening Labor Day weekend with high waves, hard rains and heavy winds. In case it hits the Peninsula, it’s best to be prepared for possible downed trees, floodwaters or power outages.

D.J. Montague Parents Offered Transfer Options

By Amber Lester Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Parents of students attending D.J. Montague Elementary School will have the option to transfer their students to either Norge Elementary or James River Elementary School for the coming school year.