Volunteers offered free home restoration services for neighborhood’s senior citizens.
516 project helps to restore homes, spirits in Mayfield
read more
PHOTOS: Pumpkin Island returns to Fredericksburg!
Pumpkins have again been placed on rocks in the Rappahannock River–the Riverside Drive view.
LISTEN: Women’s Colloquium coming to UMW on November 7th
Kimberly Young and Beth Williams talk about the 30th annual event on November 7th and the monthly coffee talks.
WATCH: Ribbons at the Mary Washington House on Charles Street
Every October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, you can place a pink ribbon on the fence in front of the Mary Washington House on Charles Street in Fredericksburg.
WATCH: New book on ghosts in the area–Haunted Fredericksburg
Michelle Hamilton says she’s seen (and heard) the paranormal at the Mary Washington House on Charles Street.
College Heights residents lobby for creation of conservation district
City Council also approved a measure to initiate a public review process related to the proposed Jeremiah Community supportive housing development.
Cowan Boulevard closure set for Oct. 21
Detour will utilize Hospital Drive, Mary Washington Boulevard, Fall Hill Avenue and Carl D. Silver Parkway.
LISTEN: Rappahannock River Roundtable holds a Rappahannock River Symposium on October 16th at the Old Silk Mill
Leonina Arismendi says her talk will focus on environmental justice.
GPS pioneer West ‘helped chart a path of opportunity’ for students
At reception, elementary school namesake feted by local leaders, presidential hopeful Harris.
Likely delays this week on Route 1 at the Falmouth Bridge
Routine bridge inspection will be underway with single lane closure over the Rappahannock River on Monday thru Thursday.
PHOTOS: The nature and beauty of Motts Run
Motts Run is located off River Road.
LISTEN: Fredericksburg Native Plant Festival this Saturday at UMW
Guest speaker is best selling author Doug Tallamy.
Another promising season afoot for top-ranked UMW men’s soccer
The Eagles are the No. 1 team in the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division III Top 25 rankings—a position they’ve held three weeks in a row.
LISTEN: City looking for Comprehensive Plan input
Fredericksburg Councilman Will Mackintosh says anyone can take the survey–not just City residents.
Event at Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center engages teens with surgical precision
The hospital system recently hosted its second Healthcare Heroes: A Hands-On Experience event for teens interested in healthcare professions.
Craig named Fredericksburg’s new Director of Building and Planning
Craig, who’s worked in city government for the past 10 years, most recently served as principal planner.
LISTEN: Dahlgren Downtown returns to the Old Silk Mill
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division is coming to Fredericksburg on October 11th.
Energized teens create outlet for seniors with community cafe
Non-profit organization Teach to Reach Teens hosted event to provide social outlets to seniors in the community.
City flocks to license plate recognition technology for use at ‘gateways’
Police Chief Layton appeared before City Council to propose putting a pair of grants toward the lease of eight cameras.
Brewing up artistic energy at the Strangefest Music & Arts Festival
The Strangefest Music & Arts Festival 2024 is Saturday, Sept. 28.
Today’s News Sponsored by:
Fredericksburg Free Press Founding Corporate Supporters
