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June 24, 2026

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

Accomack Approves Tourism Grant Uses

Accomack Approves Tourism Grant Uses

By Carol Vaughn — The Accomack County Board of Supervisors Wednesday approved a plan to spend on tourism $260,000 in federal funds received as result of the American Rescue Plan Act. The funds come to Accomack County through the Virginia Tourism Corporation and must...
Eastern Shore Groups Receive Tourism Grants

Eastern Shore Groups Receive Tourism Grants

Staff Report — Three Eastern Shore groups — the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce, the Eastern Shore of Virginia Tourism Commission, and Onancock Main Street — were among 64 local tourism initiatives to receive more than $860,000 in matching grants to expedite recovery...
Survey Shows High Interest in Rail Trail

Survey Shows High Interest in Rail Trail

By Carol Vaughn — Results of a survey about a proposed 50-mile bicycling and walking trail along the Shore’s railroad right-of-way indicate high interest in the project. The area being studied by the highway department is between Cape Charles and Hallwood. The survey...