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Bicycle Race Expands To The Entire Weekend

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The City of Newport News and THR Cycling Club have expanded the Newport News Twilight Criterium to encompass a full weekend of competitions and activities.    The event will run April 14 until April 16. Bicyclists of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in a Tour of Newport News.  A Virginia Cycling Association Best All-round Rider … [Read more...] about Bicycle Race Expands To The Entire Weekend

Whoa on the Fate of the Carousel

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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 Whoa on the Fate of the Carousel

Cats and Kittens Abandoned in Hotel Saved

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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

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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