The carousel along the water in Downtown Hampton may be finding a new home. City Manager Mary Bunting wrote in an email to Virginia Peninsula Media, that the Downtown Hampton Development Partnership (DHDP) has requested that city council consider relocating the carousel to make room for a large public waterfront space. Their suggested relocation spot is Mill Point Park. Over … [Read more...] about The Fate of the Carousel Trots Along
On The Move
Cats and Kittens Abandoned in Hotel Saved
Critters 4 U Rescue, recently rescued 16 cats and kittens that were abandoned in a Williamsburg Howard Johnson Hotel. They were found not healthy. The 16 cats were found sick with severe URI (Feline Upper Respiratory Infection). One cat gave birth soon after they were rescued. At least two are pregnant, three are older, five are just kittens. They are on medication for URI, … [Read more...] about Cats and Kittens Abandoned in Hotel Saved
Fly to Florida from the Peninsula
Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport welcomed the inaugural flight of their new carrier Avelo Airlines from Orlando, Fla, with a water canon arch and ribbon cutting Wednesday morning. Airport Executive Director, Michael Giardino, took the flight from Orlando. “It was a great flight, it left early and it was outstanding. We are thankful they are here. The … [Read more...] about Fly to Florida from the Peninsula
Aquaplex Grand Opening
The Hampton Virginia Aquaplex will its grand opening on Oct. 29, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the new facility located at 1908 Coliseum Drive. The opening will feature free entertainment, refreshments, games, and pool demonstrations. Doors will open at 10 a.m. followed by a program at 10:30 a.m. featuring Olympic gold medalist Cullen Jones. Jones is a four-time Olympic medalist and … [Read more...] about Aquaplex Grand Opening
A Doggone Fun Festival
Barktoberfest is a festival celebrating all things dog and more. The event will be at Mill Point Park in Hampton on Oct. 8 from noon until 6 p.m. It will feature the band Lost Soul Society, who describe themselves as a “funky, Reggae, Rock band.” In addition to music, there will be the Bow-Wow Beer Garden and craft brew tastings. Games include costume contest with … [Read more...] about A Doggone Fun Festival