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Cristie Kerr wins for third time at Kingsmill

By Lynn Burke , lburke@dailypress.com | 757-247-4961 — Mon, 06 May 2013 01:08:00 GMT

WILLIAMSBURG — You might think missing the tournament-winning five-foot putt on the first playoff hole would shake Cristie Kerr's confidence.

Jutanugarn retains LPGA Kingsmill lead despite windy conditions

By Lynn Burke , lburke@dailypress.com | 757-247-4961 — Sat, 04 May 2013 00:50:00 GMT

WILLIAMSBURG — Asked to assess Ariya Jutanugarn's game, Stacy Lewis talked how the 17-year-old plays without fear.

Cannibalism at Jamestown evidence unearthed

By Mark St. John Erickson , merickson@dailypress.com | 757-247-4783 — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:49:00 GMT

Archaeologists and forensic scientists working with human remains recovered at Historic Jamestowne last summer reported Wednesday that their follow-up studies have turned up the gruesome first physical evidence of the cannibalism that took place during the Starving Time of 1609-10.

Nearly a dozen teens will face charges in destruction of hotel room

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:29:00 GMT

WILLIAMSBURG - Police have charged six adults and are seeking charges against five juveniles over a March party in a hotel room that caused an estimated $4,500 in damage.

Strong thunderstorm forecasted to hit Hampton Roads late Friday

By Amanda Kerr, akerr@dailypress.com | 757-247-4733 — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:29:04 GMT

After a week of warmer weather, Hampton Roads can expect cooler temperatures this weekend following a strong thunderstorm late Friday.

Snowfall catches Peninsula by surprise

By Tyra M. Vaughn, tvaughn@dailypress.com | 757-247-787 — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 02:23:41 GMT

The spring snowfall that blanketed the Peninsula on Sunday caught many residents and even meteorologists by surprise.

Newport News police officer returns to work after DUI

By Tara Bozick, tbozick@dailypress.com | 757-247-4741 — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 02:36:59 GMT

Judge says officer can't drive police car without breath-test system

A Newport News police officer convicted of driving under the influence is back to work — but not back in a police vehicle.

Expect power outage in James City neighborhood to replace pole

Daily Press — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 00:53:00 GMT

An accident involving a utility pole and downed power lines is closing Newman Road near Wexford Hills for the next three to four hours, according to a James City County alert.

York seeks identity of women in wallet theft

By Tyra M. Vaughn — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:57:00 GMT

The York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office is seeking the identity of two people in connection to the theft of a wallet at a grocery store in the upper part of the county.

Update: No reports of flooding or storm damage on Peninsula Thursday; Midtown Tunnel remains open

By Tyra M. Vaughn — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 13:53:00 GMT

The rain and wind that moved through the region Wednesday has caused few problems for the Peninsula and surrounding areas.

Two arrested on charges connected to Newport News prescription drugs robbery

Daily Press — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:04:00 GMT

NEWPORT NEWS -- Two men have been arrested in connection to the robbery of a Rite Aid Pharmacy in Newport News.

More meth defendants sentenced to prison

By Amanda Kerr, akerr@dailypress.com | 757-247-4733 — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 23:14:00 GMT

Nine people involved in ring

Three more defendants involved in a methamphetamine ring in York and James City counties were each sentenced to several years in prison last week in U.S. District Court in Newport News.

Black History Month Events

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:05:11 GMT

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Power restored in area; five Newport News homes condemned from storm

By Tyra M. Vaughn — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:24:00 GMT

Powerful thunderstorms that moved through Hampton Roads overnight caused trees to fall and led to widespread power outages in the region.

Judge orders meeting for Hinckley case update

Daily Press — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:19:00 GMT

In deciding how to move forward with a request for attempted presidential assassin John Hinckley Jr. to spend more time at his mother’s home in James City County, a federal judge is ordering attorneys in the case to meet on Jan. 24, according to court records.

Hampton Roads hospitals encouraging masks in facilities to protect against flu

By Tyra M. Vaughn — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 17:38:00 GMT

Nearly two dozen hospitals throughout Hampton Roads are now strongly encouraging all patients and visitors to wear masks in the facilities to prevent the spread of the flu.

First baby of the year on the Peninsula arrives

By Ashley Kelly , akelly@dailypress.com | 757-247-4778 — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 23:17:40 GMT

NEWPORT NEWS — The first Peninsula baby of the new year arrived at 3:12 a.m. Tuesday.

Thanksgiving Day closings

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 18:05:41 GMT

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Hampton Roads Christmas events

Daily Press — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 02:57:00 GMT

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James City firefighters respond to Barnes Road blaze

By Tyra M. Vaughn — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:42:00 GMT

Fire crews responded to a blaze Thursday morning at a home in the 9100 block of Barnes Road.

Daily Press Holiday Fund helps those in need

David Nicholson , dbnicholson@dailypress.com | 757-247-4794 — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 03:10:03 GMT

The 84th annual Daily Press Holiday Fund is under way, with an ambitious fundraising goal of $150,000. Donations will be accepted through Jan. 31, 2013.

Operation Christmas Child collecting donations through Nov. 19

Daily Press — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:36:52 GMT

Operation Christmas Child, a charitable effort that delivers shoe boxes filled with gifts, school supplies, toys and hygiene items for children overseas, is collecting filled shoe boxes through Monday, Nov. 19 at six area locations.

More international students on Virginia college campuses

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:27:41 GMT

William and Mary international enrollment reaches record number

RICHMOND — The number of international students attending Virginia colleges and universities has grown slightly in the span of a year, according to a study released Monday.

Newport News detective charged with DUI

By Tyra M. Vaughn — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:57:00 GMT

A Newport News detective was arrested and charged with driving under the influence following a Saturday night accident in James City County.

Virginia man sentenced for 12th DUI conviction

The Associated Press — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:23:57 GMT

SPOTSYLVANIA — A Virginia man convicted for the 12th time in a drunken driving case will serve the maximum sentence.