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Newport News to spend $12M improving pedestrian safety after deadly 2023 year
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Almost $12 million is set aside in Newport News to invest in safety after several pedestrian-related crashes occurred in 2023. Newport News City Council members approved the funding during their Tuesday meeting. Mayor Phillip Jones called the safety of all citizens a priority for the city.
Linking HR Professionals with Businesses
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — If you’re part of a business looking for the next great hire or for advice on how to run your company, Chessie Williams, founder and CEO of HR Signature Links, joined us with how her app can help ease the process. HR Signature Links.
Pet Pal: Sophie
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Meet Sophie! An American Pitbull Terrier mix from Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter. She’s known for her sweetness, friendliness and gentle nature. Sophie is smart, easily understands commands and loves picking up new tricks. If you’re interested in meeting Sophie, contact the Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter at 757-933-8900 or visit PeninsulaAnimalShelter.com.
Pharrell Williams catches bite at Croaker’s Spot restaurant while musical is filmed in Central Virginia
Virginia native and singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams was spotted at a local Richmond-area restaurant as filming for his musical set in Virginia Beach is underway.
Oh rats! Rodents take over Chesapeake storage facility
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — A woman renting a Campostella Road storage unit found a family of rodents living in her belongings and said the facility is infested. It’s been a week since Keysha Murphy said she found a rodent infestation in her storage unit. “It smells horrible in...
Fun to Do: Cajun festival, monster trucks at the Oceanfront, ‘Romeo and Juliet’ and more
Looking for something to do during the next week? Here are just a few happenings in Hampton Roads. Bayou Bon Vivant, a Cajun music, food and art festival, kicks off at noon Friday with free admission till 2 p.m. Tickets required from 2 to 10 p.m. Friday, noon to 10 Saturday and noon to 6 Sunday. At Town Point Park, Waterside Drive, Norfolk. Single-day tickets start at $10. For more information ...
Virginia Beach baseball team forfeits season following allegations of racism, harassment
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The principal of Kempsville High School in Virginia Beach confirmed in a letter to parents that the boys varsity baseball team’s season ended early, resulting from an investigation into allegations of racism. Principal Melissa George first acknowledged the accusations in a message to...
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