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Renovated Town Point Park makes a splash for Harborfest
6:16 pm - As part of the Norfolk park's $11.5 million facelift, the grounds were terraced and the stage relocated so the views of the Elizabeth River are the focus. And people notice.
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Sarah Palin stepping down as governor of Alaska
The surprise announcement, made without an explanation, raised speculation that the former vice presidential candidate would focus on a run for president in the 2012 race.
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Crews begin cleaning up site of failed Granby Tower project
Earlier this week, workers drained rainwater at the downtown Norfolk lot. Today, crews started using earth movers to mow down weeds, remove construction debris and level mounds of dirt.
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Struggling with cancer - and personal questions from the government
To get government help, terminally ill Laura DeLong Smith had to answer queries about her pets, hobbies and daily routine. She wonders why.
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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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