Machipongo News

The Eastern Shore Chapter of the Hunters for the Hungry has begun collection of deer and financial support for processing.

The Barrier Islands Center has announced an upcoming art show of oil paintings by Eastern Shore artist Marty Burgess titled, "Eastern Shore Living: A Native's Perspective of the Shore." The opening reception will be held at the Barrier Islands Center in Machipongo on Friday, Nov.

MACHIPONGO -- The Northampton Planning Commission inched the draft zoning ordinance closer to adoption Tuesday night when it agreed unanimously to forward changes to the Board of Supervisors with its endorsement.

From Elliot Masters to Winston Custis Jr., two parcels near Nassawodox, for $25,000; From James Schnieder to Dong Kim, Lot 26 at Bay Creek, Cape Charles, for $250,000; From Cynthia Bernart to Croxton Gordon, two parcels near Franktown, for $707,500; From Jean Hall to Peggy Ricks, 7.08 near Machipongo, Shadyside Estates, for $10,000; From Mary ...

When traveling on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, bound for a location either north of the state border or south through the tunnels to the Virginia mainland, it's tempting to make any meal stop a quick stop at one of the many fast food choices.

MACHIPONGO -- The Northampton Planning Commission will hold a 7 p.m. public hearing Tuesday on recent changes to proposed zoning amendments, the formulation of which has continued for more than three years.

From Kwatiz Church to Larry Gunter, lot in Treherneville, for $25,000; From Linda Hyslop to Wayne Hodgson II, 12320 Houston Ave.

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets alumnus and U.S. Army Maj. Mark Sherkey, a 1991 graduate of Northampton High School, was selected as the as the Hokie Hero for the Virginia Tech versus Miami football game.

ACCOMAC -- Accomack County Parks and Recreation is currently accepting registrations for its Youth Soccer League and Youth Cheerleaders.

EASTVILLE -- The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries will offer a Hunter Education Course Oct.

ACCOMAC -- The Accomack County Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for its Youth Cheerleaders program.

MACHIPONGO -- All three of the county's public schools and the school district as a whole missed federal targets for learning standards last year, according to results released in August.

First Wednesday will be held at the Great Machipongo Clam Shack in Nassawadox on Sept.

The four men from Shenandoah and Elkton who were raided Easter morning while operating a cockpit are scheduled to go to trial on Oct.

The four men from Shenandoah and Elkton who were raided Easter morning while operating a cockpit are scheduled to go to trial on Oct.

Maytag's "Lonely Repairman" made a stop at the home of Pennsylvania couple who have had their washer and dryer since 1967 -- but the appliances weren't broken.

Kelsey Gaskins is the recipient of the first Jonathan Nolz Memorial Scholarship.

Kelsey Gaskins is the recipient of the first Jonathan Nolz Memorial Scholarship.

Members of the Board of Supervisors will hold two special meetings today, though only one is an official governmental session.

The Northampton County Board of Supervisors will hold a public information session on the county's budget situation, including a slide show and presentation, at 7 p.m. on Aug.