News Releases in the Past Month

Green Run Community Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 01:00 pm
​Chief Cervera and members of his command staff are welcoming members of our community to join them tomorrow night, Thursday, May 16th between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at the Green Run High School Auditorium to discuss the progress being made for current and future plans for ... ​

Celebrate Independence Day with Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation’s Annual July 4th Celebration!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Celebrate with your family and friends at Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation’s Annual July 4th Celebration at Mount Trashmore Park. This day of family fun is open to the public and will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2013, from 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm at Mount Trashmore Par... ​

Enjoy Free Admission, Activities and Snacks at Seatack Recreation Center’s Open House

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 · 01:50 pm
You and your family are invited to enjoy Seatack Recreation Center, 141 S. Birdneck Road, between 11 am and 2 pm, Monday, June 17, 2013 during our Open House. Try our climbing wall, inflatable bounce house, Wii games, and other games. Complimentary hot dogs and refreshments ... ​

Get Ready for the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Featuring more than 50 thrilling rides, challenging games, traditional state fair foods and enjoyable attractions, the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival is back for another season of family-styled entertainment. Starting Friday, May 31 through Wednesday, June 26, 2013, the sum... ​

Mayor’s Veterans Committee Announces the 25th Anniversary and the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Slated for Monday, May 27

Monday, May 13, 2013 · 02:00 pm
​VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – May 13, 2013 – This year’s Memorial Day Ceremony marks the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Tidewater Veterans Memorial. This annual event is held to honor and pay tribute to the men and women of the armed forces, "who gave their all.&quo... ​

Volunteer for Clean the Bay Day

Friday, May 10, 2013 · 12:00 pm
Do your part in helping to keep waterways clean in Virginia by volunteering for the 25th Annual Clean the Bay Day. Taking place on Saturday, June 1, 2013 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Clean the Bay Day is an opportunity to get involved in saving the Chesapeake Bay from harmful an... ​

Commonwealth v. Shaniqua Jones; Jury Recommends Mother Serve 13 Years, 6 Months Years in Death, Neglect of Infant Son; Boyfriend Previously Convicted

Thursday, May 09, 2013 · 04:00 pm
Harvey L. Bryant, Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Virginia Beach, announced that Shaniqua Jones, 22 years old, previously residing in the 1300 block of Pine Cone Circle in Virginia Beach, Virginia, was found guilty by a jury of Second Degree Felony Murder and Child A... ​

The British are Coming! The British are Coming!

Thursday, May 09, 2013 · 10:40 am
As the number of soccer players in the USA nears 20 million, Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation has invited Challenger Sports to hold three weeks of their nationwide program of British Soccer camps right here in the area. The British Soccer Camps will be held June 17-21 a... ​

Bryant Appointed to DOD Sexual Assault Crimes Panel

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 · 03:45 pm
Harvey L. Bryant, Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Virginia Beach, was appointed Tuesday to the Department of Defense’s “Response Systems to Adult Sexual Assault Crimes Panel.” The announcement of appointees came yesterday from Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.  In annou... ​

Outstanding Youth, Adults & Businesses Chosen for “Virginia Beach’s Best All Around” Awards

Wednesday, May 08, 2013 · 11:00 am
Twenty six honorees were recognized as Virginia Beach’s Best All Around on May 4, 2013 by the Virginia Beach Youth Opportunities Team and Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation. Award recipients are youth and youth groups who demonstrate exceptional leadership, courage in overc... ​