Renovated Town Point Park in full swing for Harborfest
Most are pleased with the Norfolk park's $11.5 million facelift, which included newly terraced grounds and a relocated stage. Others say it wasn't worth the cost. And where are the water fountains?
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Beachfront housing plan splits Hampton officials, residents
A development plan for Buckroe Beach received overwhelming support from city council, but now a group of citizens are working for a referendum.
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Crews begin cleaning up site of failed Granby Tower project
This week workers drained rainwater, removed debris and leveled dirt at the downtown Norfolk lot. The developer for the site has not spoken publicly in months.
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Portsmouth officials concerned with rapid rise in solicitations
A recent spike in the number of solicitors on Portsmouth streets has prompted officials to consider asking the state for permission to limit or ban them.
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Story - One lane of westbound HRBT reopens; traffic issues persistJust imagine this happening at the onset of a hurricane and people drowning in the tunnel. ... No excuses, get your act together VDOT!
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