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June 24, 2026

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

Fishing from the Shore

Fishing from the Shore

By Bill Hall – Cobia action has slowed for the second week in a row. Theories for the decline include the high water temperatures and the fish entering the spawning season. Flounder fishing on the seaside remains steady, both inside the inlets and on the ocean wrecks....
Fishing From the Shore

Fishing From the Shore

By Bill Hall – The calendar may read May, but the recent winds have felt more like March and the showers have been more reminiscent of April, as the local fishing action was severely affected from the effects of last weekend’s slow moving nor’easter. Windy conditions...
Fishing From the Shore, Sept. 20

Fishing From the Shore, Sept. 20

For the first time this month, a whole week of fishing has passed which was not impacted by the effects of a major weather system!  With slowly falling air temperatures and humidity, this time of year can be a great time to be out on the water, especially while...