Police to motorists Buckle up in crack down
Front Royal drivers can expect extra officers and checkpoints as the Front Royal Police Department joins the national Click It or Ticket Campaign May 23 through June 5 to boost seat belt use. Police Chief Norman Shiflett says wearing a seat belt greatly increases survivability in crashes and cites 2014 NHTSA data noting nearly half of fatalities were unrestrained.
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Bridge painting on Dismal Hollow Road in Front Royal
Flaggers will control traffic on Dismal Hollow Road for the next couple of weeks as crews paint the bridges carrying Interstate 66 over the road. Work runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week through June 3, with motorists advised to plan accordingly.
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Confederate Memorial Day marked by Warren Rifles UDC observance
Front Royal honors Confederate Memorial Day with flowers laid on nearly 200 graves at Prospect Hill Cemetery. Warren Rifles United Daughters of the Confederacy organize the ceremony noting a Confederate Hospital in Front Royal during 1862 and that over 275 soldiers are buried there many unmarked. Richard Hoover of the Sons of Confederate Veterans calls the event a remembrance of the sons of Confederate Veterans.
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United Way executive announces retirement next month
Front Royal Warren County United Way executive director Lee Smith-Osina will retire effective June 30 after leading the organization since 2007. The release notes 11 member agencies funded and programs spanning basic living needs abuse health and youth. Board seeks a replacement as Day of Caring volunteers assist disabled homeowners.
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Afton Seeks Redevelopment Of 2 E Main St Structure
The three story building at 2 East Main Street, built in 1867 and valued at 261300, is zoned commercial in Warren County. Officials eye redevelopment due to downtown location, with one official noting renovation is costly and a tear down and rebuild may be preferable. A floor collapse occurred since a 15 year old study found the structure sound. Council members consider meeting in closed session to discuss renovation.
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Man found dead by own action in Sherando Park
A 39 year old Stephens City man was found hanging from a tree along a park path near the lake in Sherando Park. Deputies responded around 2:30 p.m. The identity is withheld by Byrd Newspapers.
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