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American Cruise Lines may boost Portsmouth tourism with more dockings

Tourism · Portsmouth

American Cruise Lines may boost Portsmouth tourism with more dockings

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Portsmouth could see a major tourism boost as American Cruise Lines looks to increase its number of visits to the citys waterfront.At Monday's city council public works session, the Portsmouth Port & Industrial Commission presented a presentation that included a slide about the cruise line docking more at the High Street Landing.The cruise line currently docks in Portsmouth about 15 times during the fall and spring seasons, but during a recent c…See the Story

Portsmouth Humane Society seeks emergency fosters amid renovations

Animals · Portsmouth

Portsmouth Humane Society seeks emergency fosters amid renovations

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The Portsmouth Humane Society is asking for the communitys help as it prepares for major renovations inside its animal shelter.The shelter needs at least 20 dogs to be placed in foster homes by the end of this week while the facility undergoes necessary floor repairs. Executive Director Dynna Uchiek said the renovation has been in the works for about eight months and will help create a cleaner, safer space for animals.The problem areas are reall…Read Article

Portsmouth’s City Park to see upgrades, with bigger plans on the horizon

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Portsmouth’s City Park to see upgrades, with bigger plans on the horizon

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Portsmouths City Park is already a popular destination for summer camp kids and families, but the city is preparing to invest even more into the space.Denise Cartwright with Mt. Carmel Baptist Church frequently brings children from the churchs summer camp to the park to enjoy the outdoors.We like to take the kids out so that they can have some fun and run around, Cartwright said.From playgrounds to a golf course to picnic shelters, the park offe…Read Article

Coast Guard Cutter Vigorous returns home after 51-day counter-migration patrol in the Windward Passage

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Vigorous (WMEC 627) returned to their home port in Portsmouth, Tuesday, following a 51-day patrol in the Windward Passage. Vigorous deployed in support of Operation Vigilant Sentry to advance the primary missions of safety of life at sea and deterrence of illegal alien ventures in known transit zones. Vigorous’ crew conducted maritime safety and security missions while protecting America’s mariti…Portsmouth, United States · Portsmouth See the Story

Missy Elliott’s Iconic Beauty Evolution

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By India Espy-Jones ·Updated July 1, 2025 “I was always just different,” reflected Missy Elliott to Brooklyn White in her 2023 ESSENCE cover interview. Despite her alternative approach to beauty, “I never even thought, ‘let me try to do the most outlandish thing.’ That never crossed my mind, ever.” Elliott has long had an influence in beauty, especially in the music industry, without even trying. Songwriting and producing for artists like Aaliya…Portsmouth, United States · Portsmouth See the Story

Second Victim Dies in Elm Avenue Shooting in Portsmouth

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A second victim has died in a double shooting on Elm Avenue, according to Portsmouth police.Portsmouth police responded to a shooting in the 2100 block of Elm Avenue Wednesday evening, where two people were found suffering from gunshot wounds. 39-year-old Omar Tyron Evans died at the scene, while the second victim, 43-year-old Alice Otealia Watson, later died at the hospital.Detectives with the Portsmouth Police Department are seeking the public…Portsmouth, United States · Portsmouth See the Story

Our Efforts Must Be Unstoppable

by Beth Hester CoVaBIZ: Can you share a bit about your personal and professional background and what led you to your role at Portsmouth Volunteers for the Homeless? Sparks-Washington: I’ve been fortunate enough to have had at least five careers to date. Not jobs—careers. My formal postgraduate education and training is as a Podiatrist. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology/Pre-Med from Hampton University. It was Hampton Institute at the…Portsmouth, United States · Portsmouth Read Article

Review: A new brunch spot in Portsmouth serves the best stuffed waffles

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A 'grumpy' cat in Virginia is a social-media fave after shutting down a Portsmouth tunnel

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PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – The Portsmouth Humane Society in Virginia takes in all kinds of smiling furry faces, but their newest guest comes off a little grumpy."He's a little grumpy," said Portsmouth Humane Executive Director Dyanna Uchiek. "His preference is to be just generally left alone." (Courtesy: Portsmouth Humane Society) He was succeeding at being left alone until one day in late May when he wandered into the Downtown Tunnel."Portsmouth…Cats · Portsmouth See the Story

Appeals for federal relief funds for Virginia schools remain uncertain

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(Photo by Getty Images)After the U.S. education secretary set a March deadline to use unspent pandemic relief funds, Virginia school officials are still awaiting a decision on their appeal whether the federal government will rescind the cutoff allowing them to use $33 million. Across the commonwealth, 14 school divisions, including Portsmouth, Chesapeake and Symth County, and the Department of Juvenile Justice have appealed to use $25 million. T…Portsmouth, United States · Portsmouth Read Article

13 Va. localities sign agreements with ICE

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A handful of Virginia's 133 localities have agreed to work with federal immigration enforcement. Several more, including the Portsmouth Sheriff's Office, are in the process of signing similar agreements, according to documents from the Department of Homeland Security.Immigration · Portsmouth See the Story

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