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no responses. April 20, 2020 news_two
Crime rates decrease due to COVID-19
With most public activities shut down due to the pandemic, crime rates have quickly dropped. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office, for example, made 300 arrests in […]
Readno responses. April 20, 2020 news_two
Local ladies contribute to community with hand-sewn masks
Two local ladies, 103-year-old Flora Coffman and 75-year-old Nancy Shrum, are sewing masks for the community. Coffman, a Woodstock resident, normally sews at least two quilts […]
ReadJail population dramatically decreased to hamper spread of COVID-19
Following guidance from Gov. Northam, jails are dramatically decreasing their populations. Jails are often a hotbed for infections such as COVID-19, and to subject low-level offenders […]
Readno responses. April 18, 2020 news_two
EDA criminal charges dropped, likely temporarily
The criminal charges brought against the Front Royal-Warren County Economic Development Authority have been dismissed without prejudice. The same charges, and possibly more, may be brought […]
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SPCA discourages “kitten-napping”
Kitten season at the SPCA of Winchester, Frederick and Clarke Counties has begun. SPCA is cautioning everyone to not immediately pick up any litters of kittens […]
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no responses. April 11, 2020 news_two
Cloth Peddler rises to the 10k mask challenge
A local business in Stephens City, Cloth Peddler, is doing their part to help complete Valley Health’s Sew Helpful challenge. With a substantial inventory and strong […]
Readno responses. April 11, 2020 news_two
Gov. Northam signs gun safety legislation into law
Gov. Northam has signed several gun violence prevention measures into law, in what’s being called a historic moment for the Commonwealth. “We lose too many Virginians […]
ReadGov. Northam announces emergency funding for homeless
Yesterday, Gov. Northam announced an initial $2.5 million in emergency funding to shelter Virginia’s homeless population during the pandemic. Although Virginians have been ordered to stay […]
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iMLearning program at Shenandoah University smooths transition to online
As the pandemic forces universities across the country to switch to online classes, the iMLearning program allowed Shenandoah University’s transition to be seamless. Started back in […]
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Page County Pop Up Food Hub to supply food to those laid off
Page County Economic Development, the Mimslyn Inn, Massanutten Resort, Rileyville Baptist Church and soon many others are working together to provide a Pop Up Food Hub. The […]
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Winchester Hearts for Heroes campaign celebrates essential workers
The City of Winchester has launched a new Hearts for Heroes campaign, aiming to celebrate essential workers who are continuing to protect, feed and teach everyone. […]
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