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Here are this week’s most-read stories.
Recycling fees
In Newport News, the city bundles solid waste and recycling fees for residents which costs anywhere from $5.84-$7.30 depending on the size of the garbage can — that’s $303.68 to $379.60 a year. READ MORE.
Residents across the Peninsula will see a significant spike in recycling bills
Community outreach
From community forums and Facebook Live chats to crime updates and #9PMRoutine reminders, the department promotes and posts a variety of content — daily. Another thing the department has been promoting? Tail-wagging Tuesdays. READ MORE.
Light tornado
On Friday, April 19, a tornado hit the Peninsula causing downed trees in parts of York County and Newport News. But according the National Weather Service office in Wakefield, the tornado was actually quite light. READ MORE.
Tornado damage in York County and Newport News was considered ‘light’
Guy Fieri
Flavortown is coming back to Hampton Roads — again. Guy Fieri, the Food Network host of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, is opening two new restaurants in Hampton. READ MORE.
Harris Teeter
Harris Teeter, the North Carolina-based grocery store chain, is opening another location in Hampton Roads. According to Harris Teeter’s announcement, the new store is one of 10 Farm Fresh stores the retail giant purchased from SUPERVALU in May of last year. READ MORE.
