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June 24, 2026

The voice of Accomack and Northampton counties on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Fatal Vehicle Accident in Cheriton

Fatal Vehicle Accident in Cheriton

Staff Report – A single vehicle accident in Cheriton this morning left one person dead and another hospitalized, according to a Virginia State Police press release. The Eastern Shore 911 center received a call at approximately 8:20 a.m. reporting the accident on North...
Chincoteague Grapples With Causeway Traffic Safety

Chincoteague Grapples With Causeway Traffic Safety

By Carol Vaughn — Resident Garry Pinkston during a public comment period at the Chincoteague Town Council meeting Monday asked the council to call on county and state officials about getting the Chincoteague causeway widened and adding other safety measures. “There...
Accident on the CBBT

Accident on the CBBT

Press Release – Around 11:20 a.m. on June 7, a head-on collision involving three vehicles occurred in Chesapeake Tunnel on the CBBT. The vehicles involved include an SUV, a minivan and a sedan. Travelers should expect delays of up to 1 hour as we will clear the scene...
Man in Northampton Dies After Accident on Route 13

Man in Northampton Dies After Accident on Route 13

By Stefanie Jackson – A man in Northampton County died Friday night after he was struck by a vehicle while he was walking on Route 13 near Eastville. David Andrews Hoover, 31, of Timmonsville, S.C., died while being airlifted to Norfolk Sentara Hospital, according to...