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June 24, 2026

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

5% Pay Raise in Northampton Budget

5% Pay Raise in Northampton Budget

By Stefanie Jackson – Northampton Finance Director John Chandler presented the county’s proposed expenditures for fiscal year 2022 to supervisors March 23, totaling nearly $35 million from the general fund. Chandler noted the county is positioned to have a balanced...
Upgrades in Public Buildings Could Yield Millions in Energy Savings

Northampton Debates Policy for Naming Public Assets

By Stefanie Jackson – Northampton supervisors are working with the county administrator to write a policy for naming county-owned property, including buildings, landscaping features such as trees or flower beds, interior spaces, furniture such as benches or chairs, or...