News Releases in the Past Month

Virginia Beach Fire Department Recognizes EMS for Children’s Day as part of EMS Week in Virginia

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 · 01:10 pm
As proclaimed by Gov. Bob McDonnell, May 19 to 25, 2013 is observed as EMS Week in Virginia to celebrate emergency medical service responders’ heroic efforts and commitment to saving lives. The Virginia Beach Fire Department is a key participant in the city’s Emergency Resp... ​

Take 25 Child Safety Campaign

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 · 01:00 pm
BEACH PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES AND PARTNERS “TAKE 25” TO TALK TO CHILDREN ABOUT SAFETY The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC), in partnership with the Virginia Beach Police Department, the Virginia Beach Commonwealth’s Attorney Office, the Virginia... ​

Public Works to Open Traffic Roundabout on Laskin Road Today

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 · 10:30 am
Virginia Beach Public Works has announced the opening of the traffic roundabout at the 500 block of Laskin Road to all traffic today.    Part of the four-year Laskin Road Gateway project, the roundabout is located on Laskin Road, just west of Baltic Avenue near the Farm Fre...
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Virginia Beach Celebrates Emergency Medical Services Week May 19-25

Tuesday, May 21, 2013 · 03:00 pm
As proclaimed by Governor Bob McDonnell, May 19-25 is EMS Week in Virginia, celebrating emergency medical services responders' heroic efforts and commitment to saving lives.   During this week, the Virginia Beach Department of Emergency Medical Services recognizes the dedi... ​

Captain Gallagher Receives Award

Tuesday, May 21, 2013 · 10:00 am
​Captain Patrick Gallagher, of the Second Precinct, is the 2013 Volunteers of America Community Recognition Called to Care Award.  This award is bestowed upon individuals within the community who exemplify the core values of Caring, Respect, Faith, Quality and Trust.  Cap... ​

Provide input on Virginia Beach’s plan to preserve the urban forest using Virtual Town Hall

Monday, May 20, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation invites you to submit your input about plans to preserve the urban forest by using the online citizen engagement tool, Virtual Town Hall (www.VBgov.com/VirtualTownHall). Participate in a four-question survey that will ultimately identify... ​

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Unveils “Soak It Up!” App

Friday, May 17, 2013 · 11:30 am
(Virginia Beach, VA) – Every visit to the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, Virginia’s largest aquarium and one of the most visited in the nation, is an amazing opportunity to uncover new worlds of imagination and learning for both parents and children. The best... ​

Clean Community Commission’s Helping Hands Program Begins for 2013

Friday, May 17, 2013 · 09:00 am
The Virginia Beach Clean Community Commission, with support from Virginia Beach Public Works Waste Management, is set to complete its first Helping Hands project of 2013 on Tuesday, May 21. The commission will work with a group of 13 high school seniors, plus a few chaperone... ​

May 21 City Council Workshop is Canceled

Thursday, May 16, 2013 · 09:30 am
With the consent of the City Council, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. has canceled the council’s workshop of Tuesday, May 21.  The City Council’s next meeting will be Tuesday, May 28.   # # # ​ ​

City Names New Human Services Director

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 05:00 pm
The City of Virginia Beach has hired Dannette R. Smith as its new Director of Human Services.  Her start date is July 1, 2013.   Smith will direct the mental health, substance abuse, developmental services, social services and financial assistance divisions, along with th... ​