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Suffolk Opens Applications for Downtown Advisory Committee
The City of Suffolk has announced that applications are now open for the Downtown Suffolk Advisory Committee. The committee was established to provide input and recommendations on downtown revitalization. The committee serves as a link between the community and the city government. Members will focus on promoting economic development, preserving historical landmarks, enhancing public spaces, […] The post Suffolk Opens Applications for Downtown Advisory Committee appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Fire marshal: Storage building fire still under investigation but appears unintentional
The cause of a fire that sent a Pasquotank County homeowner to the hospital for medical treatment on Thursday is still under investigation but appears to have been unintentional, according to the county fire marshal. Fire Marshal Timmy Chesson said in an email Friday that the fire in the 400 block of Crooked Run Road was reported about 1:29 p.m. as a structure fire. When firefighters from the Newland, South...
Former Suffolk police chief passed away
SUFFOLK, Va. — Former Suffolk Police Chief Gilbert "Spud" Jackson passed away, the city manager announced Wednesday. He served from November 1976 to July 1, 1996. During his 20-year tenure in the police department, he guided the Suffolk Police Department to adapt to the community's needs to keep residents safe.
Unforeseen circumstances closes Cypress Park Pool for one day
The City of Suffolk announced a one-day closure of Cypress Park Pool this Saturday. In a Friday press release, the city said the closure is due to “unforeseen circumstances” and will reopen on Sunday, June 9, for regular hours, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cypress Park Pool is located at 2001 Arizona Ave. and […] The post Unforeseen circumstances closes Cypress Park Pool for one day appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
An open letter to Mayor Cutchins and Franklin City Council
By Jerry McCreary As the deadline fast approaches, the applicants for appointment to the Franklin City School Board are to be commended for their willingness to serve our community. I write neither to nominate nor advocate for a particular applicant. Rather, I am writing to encourage City Council members to consider asking some specific questions […] The post An open letter to Mayor Cutchins and Franklin City Council appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Chowan's Ronaldo Williams wins Undergraduate Research Award
Recently, North Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (NCICU) revealed the names of the exceptional students who have been selected as the recipients of the prestigious 2024 Undergraduate Research Award. This year, a total of 11 outstanding students from various NCICU institutions across the state were chosen for their work in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and psychology. Among the recipients is Chowan University’s Ronaldo Williams, a senior biology major and...
From a Bear to a Bulldog
AHOSKIE – From the time she first hung out at the basketball gym with her dad roughly 10 years ago, Jaliyah Mitchell has looked forward to this day. It arrived on the last day of May. Mitchell, Hertford County High School’s leading scorer and rebounder this past season, has...
Blog: Warm & humid with a few storms. Then a drier weekend.
Last night there were some heavy downpours in the area. There was a clap of thunder by my house that was the loudest that I’ve heard in years. (It was close by). Suffolk picked up a little over 4 tenths of an inch. Norfolk had about 0.27″ of rainfall.
SPS retirees honored during annual banquet
It was an evening to thank those who have served Suffolk Public Schools as they mark the next chapter of their lives: retirement. The school division held its 2024 Annual Retirement Dinner on Thursday, May 30, at Florence Bowser Elementary School to honor and recognize 56 retiring educators and school staff as they head toward […] The post SPS retirees honored during annual banquet appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Tractor Supply to hosts pet adoption event
Suffolk Tractor Supply is inviting customers to a Pet Adoption Event on June 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In a press release from the company, Will Fairfax, manager of the Suffolk Tractor Supply store, emphasized the company’s commitment to pet rescue and adoption. “As an active advocate and supporter of pet rescue and […] The post Suffolk Tractor Supply to hosts pet adoption event appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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