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June 24, 2026

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

Accomac non-motorized Independence Day Parade

Accomac non-motorized Independence Day Parade

The Saucedo family watches Accomac’s annual non-motorized Independence Day Parade on July 4. Merrick Steelman enjoys a popsicle on the Accomac courthouse green after participating in the town’s annual non-motorized Independence Day Parade on July 4. Melissa Webber and...
Closing the books on a career among them

Closing the books on a career among them

By Carol Vaughn Cara Burton, the bridge-building, ever-smiling leader of the Eastern Shore’s regional library system, is closing the book on her career. The director of the Eastern Shore Public Library and the Shore’s regional library system since January 2016, she...
Anthony C. Nock

Anthony C. Nock

Mr. Anthony C. Nock, 53, of Accomac, departed this life Monday, Aug. 29, 2022, at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock. Born in Nassawadox, Anthony was the beloved son of the late Lorenzo Sr. and Betty Nock. He was affectionately known as “Harry” by his...
Susie Linda Simpkins

Susie Linda Simpkins

Miss Susie Linda Simpkins, 69, of Accomac, departed this life Friday, July 29, 2022, at Lake Taylor Transition Care Hospital in Norfolk. Born in Accomac, she was the beloved daughter of the late John E. and Sarah E. Simpkins. “Linda,” as she was affectionately known...
Roy L. Douglas

Roy L. Douglas

Mr. Roy L. Douglas, 76, of Accomac, departed this life Saturday, July 9, 2022, at his residence. Born in Accomack County, he was the beloved son of the late Richard Douglas and the late Lenoria Strand. Roy was educated in the public schools of Accomack County. In...