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Demolition Marks Early Stage of Norris Bridge Replacement
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Demolition Marks Early Stage of Norris Bridge Replacement

If you haven’t driven across the Norris Bridge this week— that long, skinny span connecting Lancaster and Middlesex — you may not know there’s some activity at its base.  The bridge, also known as the White Stone Bridge, built in 1957, is due for replacement, and VDOT has been slowly laying the groundwork for the massive project scheduled to kick off in 2028. One of those early steps is now underway: demolition on the Lancaster side on a parcel VDOT acquired anticipating it will be needed for construction.  Charge All Your Devices at Once: 5-in-1 Fast Charging Station w/ Wireless Charging The property sits on Old Ferry Rd, right on the water, and was home to Willaby’s restaurant before VDOT acquired it. This week, crews began tearing down the former restaurant ...
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2 Charged for Killing Fredericksburg Man in Westmoreland
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2 Charged for Killing Fredericksburg Man in Westmoreland

Here’s a polished, newsroom‑ready version of your piece. I kept your facts intact and focused on clarity, flow, and professionalism: Two men have been arrested in connection with the July 11 murder of Habibullah Ataie, a 20‑year‑old Fredericksburg resident killed in Westmoreland County. According to the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office, a report came in around 2:30 a.m. Saturday regarding a person who had been shot. Deputies responded to the 4300 block of Neenah Road, where they found a deceased male suffering from gunshot wounds. Police-Grade Pepper Spray | Belt Clip Included Further investigation revealed that the killing actually occurred in the 400 block of Pierce Lane, approximately 3.4 miles from the location of the initial call. The Sheriff’s Office said inves...
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Actions of Colonial Beach Police Prompt VSP Investigation
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Actions of Colonial Beach Police Prompt VSP Investigation

Colonial Beach Police Department called in Virginia State Police to conduct an independent investigation after one of its officers recorded hitting a restrained man. The video show two police officers pinning a man to the road, and one of those officers hit the man multiple times. Charge All Your Devices at Once: 5-in-1 Fast Charging Station w/ Wireless Charging Witnesses watching and recording the incident say the man’s face is being pushed into the road. The officer is described as hitting the man in the head. And at one point, a female notes the man on the ground is not resisting. From the audio, it also appears that he calls out for help. On November 10, Colonial Beach Police Department provided details about the incident, which occurred on November 8. That Saturday, at ...
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Lane closures across Northern Neck next week for shoulder widening
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Lane closures across Northern Neck next week for shoulder widening

Next week, VDOT will begin widening shoulders on roads in the Northern Neck to reduce crash risks. In addition to installing 2-foot paved shoulders, crews will also install shoulder rumble strips, 6-inch edge line pavement markings and relocate existing signs as required. VDOT said drivers should expect lane closures and one-way, alternating traffic in these work zones.  PHOENIX Police-Grade Pepper Spray | Belt Clip Included Work Zones Starting Monday, Sept. 15, crews will begin work on nearly a 2-mile section of Route 3 (History Land Highway) in Richmond County between Creekview Lane and Boswell Road. Work will be performed at the locations listed below in the following order as scheduled by the contractor, Lee Hy: Richmond County: Route 3 (History Land Highway...
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Winner of VA Lottery’s largest jackpot came forward
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Winner of VA Lottery’s largest jackpot came forward

The winner of Virginia’s largest jackpot has come forward. A winning Mega Millions ticket for a $348 million jackpot was sold on June 27 in Burgess. VA Lottery said the person walked into the Virginia Lottery headquarters in Richmond “about four weeks” after the drawing and presented the winning ticket. Save time, money & hassle w/ Walmart BusinessLow prices, Scan & Go, Free shipping, Free delivery, 2% back in rewards In Virginia, for any prize over $1 million, the winner can claim the prize anonymously, which is what this individual chose to do, according to a statement from the VA Lottery. The winner had the choice of taking the $348 million jackpot in annual payments over 30 years or a one-time cash option of $155.6 million before taxes. That person chose ...
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VSP still hunting for vehicle in Norris Bridge shutdown
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VSP still hunting for vehicle in Norris Bridge shutdown

Virginia State Police are looking for a truck reportedly involved in a hit-and-run crash on Norris Bridge between Lancaster and Middlesex. According to VSP, at around 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1, a silver/gray truck towing a large white camper was heading westbound across the bridge toward Lancaster when it when it crossed the centerline and struck a van going in the opposite direction. The van hit another vehicle. Charge & Go Hands-Free: 7-Color Backlit Phone Holder | Wireless Charging | Mount on Windshield / Dashboard / Vent The collision between the latter two vehicles blocked both lanes, shutting the bridge down. VDOT didn’t announce the reopening of the bridge until almost 9 p.m. The drivers of van and the third vehicle were transported to a hospital with non-life-threate...
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Burgess, VA store gets paid for selling historic Mega Millions ticket
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Burgess, VA store gets paid for selling historic Mega Millions ticket

On July 22, Virginia Lottery presented a check to a store in Northumberland County, VA for selling a historic $348 million winning Mega Millions ticket. Now, the question is: where's the winner? The clock is ticking to claim the prize. Here's what Virginia Lottery will do if no one comes forward... Follow the Watchful Eye on X, Facebook, Instagram, Rumble & YouTube to keep up with what's happening in Virginia
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Nighttime delays on Norris Bridge this week
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Nighttime delays on Norris Bridge this week

Starting Thursday, July 24, Route 3 travelers can expect overnight delays crossing the Robert O. Norris Bridge between Lancaster and Middlesex. Charge & Go Hands-Free: 7-Color Backlit Phone Holder | Wireless Charging | Mount on Windshield / Dashboard / Vent There will be one-way, alternating traffic due to additional work on a maintenance project that began earlier this year to strengthen and replace the bridge's structural steel. Starting Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26, a portion of the Route 3 bridge over the Rappahannock River will be reduced to a single travel lane between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m., and on Friday night through Saturday morning between 7 p.m. and 9 a.m.  WATCH: Gloucester Discusses Tech District for Data Centers Follow the ...
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Missing Maryland woman found in river in Northumberland, VA
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Missing Maryland woman found in river in Northumberland, VA

The body of a 79-year-old Maryland woman was found in the river in Northumberland, according to the Sheriff’s Office Louise Cox, of Prince George’s County had been reported missing. Her missing poster stated she was last seen on Saturday, July 12, in the evening at Rivertowne Shopping Center in Oxon Hill. The vehicle associated with her was a black 2014 Honda Accord. Northumberland Sheriff’s Office reported that its deputies were called to Ferry Road on Monday morning, July 14, for an unattended vehicle. They found the vehicle, ran the license plate, and began searching the area. Within minutes, those officers found a body offshore in the Little Wicomico River. Based on items at the scene, including her driver’s license, the person was determined to be Cox, whom NCSO stated wa...
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