Yorktown Beach Hotel Honors Longtime Employee with Retirement Celebration
YORKTOWN — Yorktown Beach Hotel recently hosted a surprise retirement party celebrating longtime housekeeper Gill McCauley, 82, who had been employed with the hotel since 1981.
Colleagues, friends, and family gathered on Nov. 11 to recognize her contribution by presenting her with a commemorative plaque that will hang on the second floor in her honor.
Gill’s dedication throughout her 43-year career at the hotel was especially vital during the transition of ownership, according to Matt Bowry, who bought the business in 2021.
“Her wealth of experience and knowledge during the ownership transition was invaluable. That’s her lasting legacy — imparting the wisdom we needed to ensure the hotel’s continued success.”
Noting Gill routinely cleaned 12 rooms per day — above the team average of eight — Bowry added “Her infectious smile and energy inspired others to push beyond their limits.”
According to the hotel, Gill leaves behind a legacy that will be felt by the entire hotel team and guests alike.
“We wish her the best in her next chapter, and we hope she won’t be a stranger,” Bowry said.
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center Named a Best in State by Newsweek
WILLIAMSBURG — Five Sentara hospitals have earned recognition in Newsweek’s Best-in-State Hospitals 2025 rankings, highlighting the leading hospitals in every state.
The best-in-state hospital rankings for Virginia include Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, which ranked number 13.
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center also earned the Patient Experience Award, recognizing hospitals with outstanding results in their patient experience surveys.
According to Newsweek, the rankings are compiled using patient safety and quality metrics data from more than 700 of the nation’s hospitals, results from patient experience surveys, and results from medical professional surveys.
Hiring & Networking Event for Transitioning Service Members, Veterans, and Military Spouses Slated for Thursday
VIRGINIA BEACH — Naval Air Station Oceana Fleet & Family Support Center, Virginia Chamber Foundation and Virginia Department of Veterans Services will co-host a hiring and networking event for veterans, transitioning service members, and their spouses Thursday.
During the HIRE VETS NOW event, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with Virginia employers representing a diverse range of industries including: CISA, Defense Logistics Agency, Dynamic Aviation, HII, Kay and Associates, Inc., MI Technical Solutions, Portsmouth Public Schools, Potomac Healthcare Solutions, Prevailance, Inc., and Q.E.D. Systems, Inc.
The event runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 at the NAS Oceana Officers’ Club, 906 G Ave., Building 480, Virginia Beach, VA 23460 and includes a complimentary lunch. The event is open to all transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses that have base access. Walk-ins are welcome. Register in advance at virginiahvn.com/base/oceana/.
For more information on the HIRE VETS NOW program and full program schedule visit virginiahvn.com
Friends of the York County Public Library Recruiting Board Members
YORK COUNTY — The Friends of the York County Library announced a search for board of director members. Board positions include: President, Vice-President, and Treasurer. Board members are expected to provide expert advice and leadership to promote the mission of the Friends of the Library and support awareness, public engagement, and fundraising.
Board Member Expectations:
- Attend quarterly board meetings
- Contribute to fundraising and membership goals
- Contribute to strategic planning, marketing, and communication
Those interested in joining the Friends of the Library Board of Directors should email Library Director Kevin Smith.
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