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June 24, 2026

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

The Ponies Take a Ride Through Holly Grove

The Ponies Take a Ride Through Holly Grove

By Matthew Yoder Chincoteague set an imposing tone on defense early, helping to secure a win on the road Monday night against Holly Grove. Less than two minutes into the game, Holly Grove’s Mackenzie Schaffer spotted up for a jumper, only to be blocked by Caroline...
Ponies Start the Season With a Hard-Fought Win

Ponies Start the Season With a Hard-Fought Win

By Matthew Yoder The Chincoteague boys basketball team opened the 2019-20 season Monday night with a hard-fought 57-49 victory over Middlesex. Chincoteague utilized their size and a balanced team effort to erase a halftime deficit. The Ponies trailed the Chargers by...

Eastern Shore Runners ­Advance to State

By Brennan Waldorf The Division I Region A cross-country meet was held last week Nov. 6 at the Eastern State Hospital in Williamsburg. Chincoteague and Northampton both traveled to the meet to compete against 10 other teams in their division. In the boys division,...
Ponies Close, But Not Enough

Ponies Close, But Not Enough

Story and Photo by Matthew Yoder  As losses mount, Chincoteague’s Football can be the most imperfect of sports. Mismatches on the field, turnovers, and missed calls can easily decide the outcome of a game, and any combination of these can be devastating....