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Evidence at murder scene to be allowed at jury trial
A motion to withhold evidence from a jury that was collected from the scene of a murder that occurred near Craddockville in 2016 was denied Thursday in Accomack Circuit Court. The case involves the death of 41-year-old Eric Clifford Rhatigan, of Eastville, whose body was found in a “dirt field” about “145 feet” from Davis Wharf Road, on June 15, 2016. Court records state Rhatigan died from multiple blunt force traumas to the head, neck, and torso. A shoe impression at the site, “indicated that at least one other individual was in the field” with Rhatigan. A cell phone that was found near the body belonged to the victim. There was also a wallet at the scene.
Eastern Shore Emergency Management officials continuing to monitor Ophelia
Tropical Storm Ophelia is continuing its path North and is expected to impact the Eastern Shore of Virginia through Sunday morning. Accomack County, the Town of Chincoteague, and Northampton County Emergency Management officials are advising all residents to prepare for these effects. High winds and significant rainfall from tropical storm...
Accomack County man dies in single-vehicle crash in Snow Hill
An Accomack County died Friday in a single-vehicle crash in Snow Hill, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office reported. The accident happened just before midnight Sept. 22 on Bayside Road in the Public Landing area of Snow Hill. Barry Lee Brooks, 59, of Greenbackville, Virginia, died after his Ford F-150...
Tropical Storm Warning by NWS
A tropical storm warning remains in effect for Chincoteague, Wallops Island, and Melfa. However, the storm surge warning has been cancelled. The latest local forecast indicates that the wind is expected to be below tropical storm force, with peak winds forecasted at 15-25 mph and gusts up to 35 mph. There is a potential for wind speeds of 39 to 57 mph, which could cause limited damage to property. It is advised to plan for hazardous wind conditions and complete preparations to protect property as soon as possible. Seek shelter before the wind becomes hazardous. Potential impacts include damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes, as well as broken tree limbs and roadway sign damage. Some roads may become impassable due to debris, and there will be hazardous driving conditions on bridges and elevated roadways. Scattered power and communications outages are also expected. Regarding storm surge, there is a potential for localized storm surge of 1-3 feet above ground in surge-prone areas. It is advised to take shelter against storm surge flooding higher than 1 foot above ground and complete all flood preparations. Stay away from storm surge prone areas and follow the instructions of local officials. The threat of storm surge flooding has decreased, but impacts are still unfolding. The threat of flooding rain remains nearly steady, with no additional significant rainfall forecasted. However, there is potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. Emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding, and protective actions should be considered for areas vulnerable to flooding. Heed any flood watches and warnings to avoid serious injury or loss of life. Potential impacts include evacuations, swollen rivers, swift currents, and overflow of small streams, creeks, and ditches. Some structures may be affected by floodwaters, and driving conditions will be hazardous. Road and bridge closures are expected. The situation is somewhat favorable for tornadoes, with a potential for a few tornadoes. It is important to include the potential for tornadoes in emergency plans. If your shelter is vulnerable, be prepared to relocate to safe shelter quickly. Limited impacts are expected, including tornado damage, power disruptions, and communication disruptions. Buildings may experience roof damage, chimneys could topple, and mobile homes may be pushed off foundations or overturned. Trees and vehicles may also be affected. For more information, visit the following websites: http://ready.gov/hurricanes, www.readyvirginia.gov, and weather.gov/akq.
Delmarva Communities Prepare for Weekend Storm
DELMARVA - Numerous towns and cities across the Delmarva Peninsula have begun preparations as a potentially strong coastal storm barrels northward towards our area. The developing coastal low just today prompted a Tropical Storm Warning for Accomack County, Virginia and Worcester County, Maryland from the National Hurricane Center, with the brunt of it expected to begin Friday night and lasting well into Saturday.
Accomack Board hears presentation on relocating Bloxom ambulances to Tasley
The Accomack County Board of Supervisors heard a presentation by the Mr. Glenn Smith on a proposal to relocate two ambulances currently located at Bloxom to the Tasley Vol. Fire Company. The County received letter requests on August 14, 2023 from the Tasley Volunteer Fire Company and Bloxom Volunteer Fire...