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Environmental Aspects Of HRBT Expansion Project Offer Learning Opportunities
HAMPTON – When Ryan Banas was earning his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering at Case Western Reserve University, the required curriculum didn’t include history, archeology, or marine science classes.
However, all would have been helpful in his current job as...
Virginia Peninsula Chamber Hosting Discussion On Accelerating The Economy July 18
NEWPORT NEWS-The Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Christopher Newport University, is hosting an upcoming discussion on key issues impacting the region’s economic development.
The event, titled “Rising Tide” and scheduled for Tuesday, July 18, will offer the...
Meet Eve Otmar, Colonial Williamsburg Master Gardener
WILLIAMSBURG-Eve Otmar, Colonial Williamsburg Master Gardener, has been tinkering in the dirt since she was a child.
“I’ve been gardening my whole life,” she said. “I started gardening with my dad at home when I was a kid.”
For years, Otmar...
Cups And Claws Café Celebrating One-Year Anniversary
NEWPORT NEWS—On August 5, 2023, Cups and Claws Cafe, a cat café that offers coffee, fresh baked snacks, and an opportunity to socialize with cats that roam the space, will celebrate its one-year anniversary. The event will be held...
Williamsburg Health Foundation Announces Promotions And New Staff Members
WILLIAMSBURG—The Williamsburg Health Foundation (WHF) recently announced community partnerships, an extended strategic plan, staff promotions, and new staff members.
“It is a pleasure to celebrate the promotion of two long-time staff and welcome three new employees,” said Deanne Van Hersh,...
Four Businesses Sign New Leases On The Peninsula
Four businesses are among those who recently signed new leases on the Peninsula.
On June 21, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reported the following lease transactions:
Christina Pendleton & Associates, PC leased 3,060 square feet of office space at 1001 N...
Mobjack Bay Coffee Roasters Introducing Historic Steamer Wagon Tours This Summer
YORK-The owners of Mobjack Bay Coffee Roasters and Little York Confectionary are adding a new historic tour to their lineup this summer.
Earlier this spring, Celeste Gucanac, co-owner of the establishments, both located on Main Street in Historic Yorktown, first...
Start Peninsula Hosting Meet The Resources Event July 21
Start Peninsula is scheduled to host a Meet The Resources Event on July 21 from 11am to 1pm. The event will enable aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners to talk with other local business owners and leaders about how they...
Meet Jackie Mazzone, Colonial Williamsburg Cooper
WILLIAMSBURG-Jackie Mazzone, cooper apprentice at Colonial Williamsburg, first became enamored with living history while volunteering at the Strawbery Banke museum in Portsmouth, NH, in the seventh grade.
“I worked for them for four summers doing interpretive camps,” Mazzone said. “My...
Dominion Energy Virginia Lowers Customer Rates
As of July 1, Dominion Energy has lowered its rates by approximately $14 per month for typical residential customers, with lower rates also going into effect for non-residential customers.
The rate reduction was enabled by bipartisan legislation passed in the...