Posted on: April 30, 2025

Democratic Primary Elections

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Early voting for the June 17 Democratic Party primary election begins Friday, May 2, at 9 a.m. The location for early voting is the Norfolk Office of Elections (810 Union St., Suite 100).

Hours for early voting: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. &ndash…

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Posted on: April 30, 2025

The 3 A’s of Active Listening

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HR Training – Active Listening

Learn an easy-to-remember guide for Active Listening. The 3 A's: Attention, Attitude, Adjustment, draw from the best strategies to offer a simplified and hands-on approach to active listening.

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  • May 13, 10-11 a….

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Posted on: April 29, 2025

Gear Up to Celebrate Norfolk Bike Month

NORFOLK, Va. – This May, celebrate the bicycle lifestyle and how Norfolk keeps getting better for bikes with the 14th Annual Norfolk Bike Month! 

Let the good times roll safely – whether it is a family trek through the…

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Posted on: April 27, 2025

Wine Festival Returns to Town Point Park

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Waterside Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic between Main Street and Martin's Lane (eastbound) and Atlantic Street (westbound) for Wine Festival.

The Carnival Sunshine will be at the cruise terminal on Saturday for both debarking and embarkin…

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Posted on: April 23, 2025

Driver dies following crash on Granby Street

NORFOLK, Va. (NPD) – Norfolk Police are continuing to investigate the crash on Granby Street that left one man dead, and two others injured.

On April 6th around 5:25 p.m., officers responded to the 6100 block of Granby Street for the report of a …

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Posted on: April 23, 2025

Norfolk Southern Railroad Crossing Closures

Norfolk, Va. – Following a recent inspection, Norfolk Southern must replace portions of two railroad crossings in Norfolk. In keeping with federal regulations, these repairs must be made as soon as possible.  

  • Today, April 23, the Tait Terrace cro…

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Posted on: April 16, 2025

Woman dies following crash on Church Street

NORFOLK, Va. (NPD) – A pedestrian has died following a crash on Church Street early Wednesday morning.

On April 16, 2025, around 4:30 a.m., first responders were called to the intersection of Church Street and E 27th Street for the report of a crash involv…

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Police

Posted on: April 15, 2025

Celebrate Community and Sustainability at Live Green Norfolk

Family-friendly festival to embrace and inspire eco-friendly and sustainable living

NORFOLK, Va. – Keep Norfolk Beautiful and the City of Norfolk announce the inaugural festival Live Green Norfolk, a vibrant and interactive community event dedicated to promoting sustainability and fostering environmental awareness on May 3 at Lafayette P…

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Posted on: April 14, 2025

Woman arrested following stabbing on Tunstall Avenue

NORFOLK, Va. (NPD) – Norfolk Police have charged a 42-year-old woman following a stabbing that left another woman dead. 

On April 13, 2025, around 11:55 p.m. Officers were called to the 900 block of Tunstall Avenue for the report of a stabbing vic…

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Posted on: April 9, 2025

Man dies following shooting on Berkley Avenue Ext.

NORFOLK, Va. – (NPD) Detectives are continuing to investigate a shooting that has left a man dead. 

Around 7:25 p.m., on April 8th, police responded to the 1800 block of Berkley Avenue Ext. for the report of a gunshot victim. When Officers arrived…

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Posted on: April 7, 2025

Norfolk Police arrest wanted homicide suspect

NORFOLK, Va. (NPD) – Detectives have arrested and charged a 26-year-old man in connection with a shooting on Hanson Avenue last year that left another man dead.

On November 4, 2024, around 11:55 a.m., police were dispatched to the 1300 block of Hanson Aven…

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Posted on: April 2, 2025

Children’s Book Week

Children's Book Week Newsflash

Come explore thematic Fun Game Stations with Paddington Bear May 5-10! Game Stations include: Bingo, Jigsaw Puzzles, Card Games, Selfie Stations, Toss Games, Matching Games and more! Open to families.

Monday, May 5 – Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch: Garden @ 3 …

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Norfolk Public Library – Spotlight

Posted on: March 24, 2025

Plan Your Own Great American Cleanup!

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The Great American Cleanup is happening from March 1st to May 31st! This is a self-led event, where YOU get to make a difference in your community! Whether you’re doing it solo, with family, friends, coworkers, or any group of your choice – it’s your clea…

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Posted on: March 6, 2025

Spring Poetry Walk

Spring Poetry Walk. March 20-June 1, located along the Elizabeth River Trail  at Plum Point Park.

Join Norfolk Public Library for a poetic stroll! Read poetry along the Elizabeth River Trail amidst blossoming trees and the fresh scents of spring. Open to all.

Located along the Elizabeth River Trail at Plum Point Park from March 20 to June 1. 

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Norfolk Public Library – Spotlight

Posted on: February 28, 2025

Upcoming Events!

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  • Live Green Norfolk – Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:00am to 2:00pmThis event will bridge our community to the environment through experiential education, food tastings, art, sustainable practices, and community engagement. If you would like to be a Ve…

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Posted on: January 31, 2025 | Last Modified on: January 31, 2025

Commonwealth v. Dominic H. Selby, Christopher R. Davis, & Michael D. Griffin

NORFOLK, Va. — Dominic Havon Selby, 38, pleaded guilty on Thursday, Jan. 23, to burglary, animal cruelty, and multiple violations of probati…

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Commonwealth’s Attorney

Posted on: January 25, 2025

Harbor Park Parking Alert

We’re preparing for the start of casino construction! In order to accommodate the development of this project, Harbor Park Lot D will be permanently closed January 27, 2025.  Alternative parking and drop off arrangements have been made …

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Posted on: January 2, 2025

Attention Homeschooling Families!

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We're  excited to announce Norfolk Nature Navigators, a free environmental education program designed for Norfolk homeschool students ages 6-11 (all ages are welcome!) designed by Keep Norfolk Beautiful and Norfolk Park Rangers….

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Posted on: December 30, 2024

Attend an NEC Meeting!

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What is the NEC?

We’re a City Council-appointed group of Norfolk volunteer citizens whose mission is to lead Norfolk residents toward environmental stewardship. We monitor a…

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Posted on: December 30, 2024

We Want To Hear From You!

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Keep Norfolk Beautiful wants to hear from YOU about your time volunteering with us. What do you like? What would you like to see change? Take three minutes to share your thoughts on our feedback form so that we can provide you with the best volunteer expe…

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Posted on: October 9, 2024

Have You Tried The Waste Wizard?

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Recycle or Trash?

Not sure if you should recycle it or throw it out? Find out with our new online tool – Waste Wizard. Search the item. Learn what goes in what bin. Find locations for waste drop-off and more.

Try it out.

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Posted on: August 19, 2024

Norfolk Police need help identifying larceny suspect

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NORFOLK, Va. – (NPD) Detectives are asking for help from the public to identify a man who took items from a hotel in Downtown Norfolk.

It was reported to police that a man entered an office area and took items from The Main located at 100 E Main …

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Posted on: July 12, 2024

Norfolk Police need help identifying commercial burglary suspect

  

NORFOLK, Va. – (NPD) Detectives are asking for help from the public to identify a person who broke into a fast-food restaurant in the Wards Corner neighborhood.  

Around 5:55 a.m. on July 11, 2024, Officers were calle…

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