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SPD investigating Railroad Ave Death
Suffolk Police Department has announced that on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at approximately 4:25 p.m., they responded to the 400 block of Railroad Ave for reports of a deceased body found. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the body of an adult male. SPD says that at this time, the cause of death is undetermined and that […] The post SPD investigating Railroad Ave Death appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPD investigating Railroad Ave Death
Suffolk Police Department has announced that on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at approximately 4:25 p.m., they responded to the 400 block of Railroad Ave for reports of a deceased body found. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the body of an adult male. SPD says that at this time, the cause of death is undetermined and that […] The post SPD investigating Railroad Ave Death appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Unidentified male found deceased on Railroad Avenue
SUFFOLK, Va. — On Sept. 18, 2024, at approximately 4:25 p.m., Suffolk police responded to the 400 block of Railroad Avenue following reports of a deceased body. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of an adult male. The cause of death is currently undetermined and under investigation. A video shared with Suffolk News-Herald shows several […] The post Unidentified male found deceased on Railroad Avenue appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
VDOE releases final guidance on cellphone free policy
Following Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s July 9 issuance of Executive Order 33, which aims to establish cellphone-free education to “promote the health and safety of Virginia’s K-12 students,” the Virginia Department of Education has released the final guidance for cellphone-free education for Virginia K-12 public schools. In a Sept. 17 press release from VDOE, it details […] The post VDOE releases final guidance on cellphone free policy appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Where’s my sign?
Candidates say political signs disappearing As early voting is set to begin in Virginia, several Suffolk candidates for public office are reporting their signs are turning up missing. Mayor Michael Duman, who is seeking reelection, City Council Sleepy Hole Borough Candidate Ebony Wright, and Karen Jenkins, representing Mayoral Candidate Clinton Jenkins, each described the disappearance […] The post Where’s my sign? appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Father of gun victim: “I don’t want any retaliation”
Suffolk community members and leaders gathered Monday evening to pay tribute to more lives lost and damaged by gun violence. SUFF.Impact, a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing community-based violence, held a special prayer vigil to help heal the community following the Thursday, Sept. 12 five-person shooting that occurred on the 800 block of E. […] The post Father of gun victim: “I don’t want any retaliation” appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
The Paul D. Camp Suffolk campus was evacuated for a “cautionary situation”
12:41 p.m. update: Zeigler confirmed that Paul D. Camp Community College’s Suffolk Campus will reopen at 2:00 p.m. with classes and activities resuming as scheduled. 11:39 a.m. update: In a statement, Zeigler confirmed that Paul D. Camp Community College’s “Franklin Campus and the Camp Center at Smithfield have reopened to students and staff as of […] The post The Paul D. Camp Suffolk campus was evacuated for a “cautionary situation” appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Something in The Water postponed until April 2025.
Pharrell Williams has announced that Something in The Water is postponed until April of 2025. In a message sent out via social media he states “Virginia deserves the best. So Something in the Water has to match that. It just isn’t ready yet.” For those who bought passes via credit card refunds will be automatic. […] The post Something in The Water postponed until April 2025. appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
New traffic signal and road closure along Route 58
Suffolk Public Works announced the activation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Manning Road, Northbrooke Avenue, and Route 58, effective Saturday, Sept. 14. As part of this change, the existing signal at Grove Avenue will be deactivated and retired on the same day, although its physical removal may occur later in the […] The post New traffic signal and road closure along Route 58 appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Victims identified in Thursday night shooting
SUFFOLK, VA – Following the notification of next of kin, Suffolk Police advise that the victims in Thursday night’s shooting incident are William Eugene Goodman Jr., 37, of Suffolk and Demonte Lamont Tillery, 30, of Suffolk. In addition, two adult males and one adult female were transported to a local hospital following this incident. They […] The post Victims identified in Thursday night shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Southampton Motor Speedway celebrates 1 year since return
It has been a little more than a year since Southampton Motor Speedway reopened after being dormant for nearly 20 years, and the speedway recently highlighted this milestone with a Grand Re-Opening Bash. The event, which ran from Friday, Aug. 30,-Sunday, Sept. 1, featured drifting practice and a Track Therapy Throwdown Grassroots Mini-Series. Christopher Plummer, […] The post Southampton Motor Speedway celebrates 1 year since return appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
2 dead, 3 others injured in E. Washington shooting
Suffolk Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on E. Washington St., which police say claimed the lives of two males and left three others injured. The incident happened at approximately 11:25 p.m. Thursday, however, no other details have been released. This is a developing story, we will update as information becomes available. The post 2 dead, 3 others injured in E. Washington shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Easements for Wilroy Rd. water main extension sees council approval
The Suffolk City Council unanimously approved the second phase of a 12-inch water main extension project on Wilroy Rd. During their Wednesday, Sept. 4 meeting at City Hall, the council held a public hearing on the project, which plans to add approximately 3,300 linear feet of new 12-inch diameter water main extension piping from the […] The post Easements for Wilroy Rd. water main extension sees council approval appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Council approves issuance stormwater system revenue bonds
Suffolk City Council gave a unanimous approval to authorize the issuance and sale of stormwater system revenue bonds to finance approved stormwater capital projects not exceeding $5,600,000. During their Wednesday, Sept. 4 meeting, David Rose of Davenport and Co. LLC gave a Stormwater Utility Plan of Finance Update to Council ahead of the public hearing […] The post Council approves issuance stormwater system revenue bonds appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
NSU selects NRHS for Adopt-a-Classroom Initiative
Wednesday morning saw SPS students get a surprise visit from Norfolk State University’s Men’s Basketball Team as part of their Adopt-a-Classroom initiative. Alongside SPS officials and staff, NSU basketball players and coaches stopped by Nansemond River High School on Wednesday, Sept. 4 to adopt NRHS Independent Living Teacher Cremier Scott’s classroom, who was selected as […] The post NSU selects NRHS for Adopt-a-Classroom Initiative appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Sheriff’s Office ‘battles’ in annual blood drive competition
The Suffolk Sheriff’s Office are looking for another year of victory in their 4th annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. Held at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront in partnership with the American Red Cross, residents came out to donate blood with the department taking part in the beneficial and friendly competition with city’s […] The post Sheriff’s Office ‘battles’ in annual blood drive competition appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Police seek assistance in locating missing juvenile
SUFFOLK, VA – Suffolk Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing male juvenile. Christopher Pelkey Jr., age 17, of Suffolk, was last seen leaving his residence on August 22, 2024, at approximately 11 a.m. He was wearing black sweatpants, a black sweatshirt, and white Nike shoes. Pelkey Jr. is a white […] The post Police seek assistance in locating missing juvenile appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPD gives SPS student a warm welcome
With school back in session, Suffolk Public Schools students got a surprise on Thursday, Sept. 4 as Suffolk Police Department officers welcomed them for a happy and safe school day. SPD officers stopped by Booker T. Washington, Creekside Elementary, John Yeates Middle, Oakland Elementary, Southwestern Elementary, Hillpoint Elementary and Kilby Shores Elementary Schools to give […] The post SPD gives SPS student a warm welcome appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
School board candidates discuss key issues at forum (video)
Candidates for the school board gathered on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront to answer questions and share their platforms ahead of early voting for the November election. Nansemond Burrough candidate Valerie Fields declined the invitation, stating only that she would not be attending. All other candidates on the ballot were […] The post School board candidates discuss key issues at forum (video) appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
City proclaims National Forensic Science Week
Suffolk City Council and Suffolk Police Department held a special presentation during their Wednesday, Sept. 4 meeting in honor of National Forensic Science Week, observed from Sept. 15 through Sept. 21. Pictured from left: Mayor Michael Duman, SPD Chief of Police James “Danny” Buie, Forensic Supervisor Mary DeLugo, Forensic Technician Julie Vevers and Forensic Technician […] The post City proclaims National Forensic Science Week appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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