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Arrest Logs13 minutes ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/1/2026

Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:

Crime/Court21 hours ago

Criminal, Civil Charges and Requested Protective Order in Alleged Reece Threat and Gunfire Incident Continued to July 29

On May 27, 2026, the docket of Warren County General District Court, a lengthy list of criminal and civil cases...

Local News3 days ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for Jine 1 – 5, 2026

The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in Warren County in the coming weeks. Scheduled...

Local News4 days ago

Virginia State Police Report Firearms, Narcotics Seized in Weekly Crime Suppression Operations

Virginia State Police reported the recovery of 12 firearms and the seizure of more than $1 million in U.S. currency...

Livestream - FR Cardinals5 days ago

Cardinals Welcome Baseball Season Back to Town

Baseball is back, and the Cardinals are ready to bring summer nights, wooden bats, and hometown energy back to the...

Local News6 days ago

From Middletown to the National Mall: Local Reenactors Join D.C. Parade

Local residents helped bring colonial history to life Monday as they marched in the 250th anniversary National Memorial Day Parade...

Local News7 days ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Babies!

Baby Season is in Full Swing! Every spring and summer, our wildlife hospital enters what we simply call “baby season.”...

Local News1 week ago

Commentary: Americans Should Not Have to Pay the World’s Highest Drug Prices

Americans have been paying too much for prescription drugs for too long, and the rest of the developed world has...

Local News1 week ago

Skyline Principal Jody Lee Reflects on Graduation, School Culture, and the Year Ahead

Skyline High School Principal Jody Lee looked back on the school’s recent graduation ceremony with pride, saying the night became...

Livestream - SHS2 weeks ago

Update: Rain Moves Skyline High School’s Class of 2026 Graduation Indoors

Skyline High School’s Class of 2026 marked a major milestone Wednesday night as graduates, families, friends, teachers, and community members...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Update: Front Royal Memorial Day Weekend Events to Honor Veterans, Military Working Dogs

The Dogs of War Memorial ceremony has been canceled due to the weather. Memorial Day weekend in Front Royal will...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Subdivision Ordinance an Item for Public Hearing at Town Planning Commission Meeting

In eleven minutes, the Town Planning Commission executed an agenda for the May 20 regular meeting. Items addressed were the...

Local Spotlight: Bringing People Together Through Events That Highlight the Best of Our Community

Community Events3 days ago

Memorial Celebration Set for Stephen P. Sill

A memorial celebration honoring Stephen P. Sill will be held Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at...

Community Events6 days ago

Children Activities by Samuels Public Library for the Month of June

These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of June...

Community Events2 weeks ago

American Legion Community Band to Present Memorial Day Concert Honoring Fallen Service Members

The American Legion Community Band will present a Memorial Day Concert on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 7 p.m. at...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Laurel Ridge Celebrates 55th Graduating Class With Two Commencement Ceremonies

Hundreds of students crossed the outdoor stage Thursday and Friday as Laurel Ridge Community College celebrated its 55th graduating class....

Community Events3 weeks ago

E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School Holds 5th Annual Early Act Memorial Day Event Honoring America’s Military Fallen

E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School, led by its student Early Act Club under the directorship of Faculty Advisors Floy Bunning...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Freedom Flows Festival to Bring River History, Family Fun to Eastham Park

Games, food, music, duck races, butter making, old-fashioned toys, and river history will come together at Eastham Park as Warren...

Community Events3 weeks ago

World Premiere of “Front Porch Live 2025” Screens May 17 at Woodstock Community Theatre

A new feature-length concert film is putting Shenandoah Valley musicians on the big screen. StreetWise Studios will premiere its first...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Front Royal’s Family Fun Day Hits a ‘Home Run’ in 11th Year of Featuring All That Downtown Front Royal Has To Offer

Royal Examiner reached out to Family Fun Day organizer, self-referenced as Crazy Wyllie of C&C Frozen Treats, who, with wife...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Corks and Chords to Bring Music, Wine, and Local History Together in Front Royal

The Warren Heritage Society is inviting the community to start Wine & Craft Weekend with music, food, drinks, and a...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries1 day ago

Thomas “Leon” Cox (1974 – 2026)

Thomas “Leon” Cox, 52, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. Leon...

Obituaries4 days ago

Oris “Pie Jr.” Alvin Barner (1961 – 2026)

Oris “Pie Jr.” Alvin Barner, 63, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the comfort...

Obituaries7 days ago

Beatrice Ann Murphy Oakes (1941 – 2026)

Beatrice Ann Murphy Oakes, 85, of Front Royal, passed away on May 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born...

Obituaries1 week ago

Rita Ann Mullins (1946 – 2026)

Rita Ann Mullins went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 23, 2026, surrounded by her...

Obituaries1 week ago

Constance Dallas, nee Pescatore (1931 – 2026)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Constance Dallas, nee Pescatore, who left...

Obituaries1 week ago

Norman Herald “Norm” Beckwith (1936 – 2026)

Norman Herald “Norm” Beckwith, 89, of Woodstock, Virginia, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his home surrounded...

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Tammy Rose Talton (1960 – 2026)

Tammy Rose Talton, 66, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Warren Memorial Hospital. A...

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Update: Jeanie Yvonne Young Mullins (1947 – 2025)

Jeanie Yvonne Young Mullins, 78, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on November 19, 2025, at Winchester Medical Center. A...

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Mary Ann Smoot Bywaters (1965 – 2026)

Mary Ann Smoot Bywaters, of Flint Hill, Virginia, peacefully passed away in the comforts of her home, embraced by love...

Life & Culture: Features, Lifestyle, and Insights That Inspire and Shape How We Live

Interesting Things to Know4 hours ago

Dogs May Lead the Way to Lab-Grown Meat

Your dog may be among the first members of the family to try meat that never came from a farm...

Interesting Things to Know4 hours ago

June is National Safety Month: Safety Is a Team Sport

Nobody knows the hazards of a job better than the people doing it every day. That is why shared responsibility...

Interesting Things to Know5 hours ago

Fixed-Gear or Geared: Choosing the Right Bike for Summer Riding

Summer is a great time to get back on a bike, whether for commuting, exercise, or weekend rides. But before...

Automotive6 hours ago

Automotive Technicians Help Keep Vehicles Running Longer

June is Automotive Service Professionals Month, a time to recognize the skilled technicians who help keep vehicles safe, reliable, and...

Interesting Things to Know1 day ago

Global Running Day Celebrates Movement at Every Pace

Global Running Day will be observed on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, inviting people around the world to lace up their...

Mature Living1 day ago

Cholesterol and Aging: Food Choices Still Matter

As people age, the body’s ability to regulate cholesterol can become less efficient. That means cholesterol levels may rise over...

Home2 days ago

Backyards Can Become Peaceful Wellness Spaces with Simple Design Choices

A spa-like retreat does not have to be far from home. With thoughtful planning, homeowners can turn a backyard into...

Business2 days ago

Business Succession Planning Can Protect What Owners Worked to Build

Building a business takes years of work, risk, and commitment. Owners often spend their days serving customers, managing employees, paying...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

The One Habit That Separates Productive People From Busy Ones

Here is the problem with multitasking: it does not really exist. What the brain does when people think they are...

Historically Speaking2 days ago

U.S. Delivers Long-Delayed Justice for Brothers to the Rescue

If you are like me, then you may have been surprised last week when the United States indicted Raúl Castro...

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

Helping Your Teen Land, and Keep, That Summer Job

Summer is prime time for a teenager’s first job. For many teens, it is their first real taste of earning...

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

June Celebrity Birthdays: Do You Share a Birthday?

Celebrity Birthdays – Do you share a birthday? 1 – Brian Cox, 80, actor (Succession), Dundee, Scotland, 1946. 2 –...

News From Around the Commonwealth: Bringing Virginians Together Through Stories That Matter Most

State News3 hours ago

Virginia Tech Rector Refuses to Resign After Spanberger’s Dismissal

Virginia Tech governing board member John Rocovich has refused to resign after Gov. Abigail Spanberger removed him last week after...

State News3 hours ago

Virginia Marriage Equality Amendment Campaign Launches at Start of Pride Month

Chad Stewart and Blake McDonald met in college in 2007 and began dating two years later, eventually building a life...

State News3 hours ago

Valley Link Unveils Reworked Routes for High-Voltage Transmission Line

Valley Link Transmission has released a new set of potential routes for the controversial project ahead of the first public...

State News20 hours ago

Virginia Lawmakers Are Set To Return to Richmond As Budget Deadline Nears

Virginia lawmakers are set to return to Richmond this month for another attempt to reach a budget deal, with just...

State News20 hours ago

Virginia Budget Impasse Threatens School Funding, Poses Potential Staffing Challenges

Virginia’s education leaders say they are optimistic about the proposed K-12 funding in the state budget, but their outlook is...

State News1 day ago

What’s in the Water? What We Know and Don’t Know About Data Center Water Discharge in Virginia

Data centers require a massive amount of water to cool their systems, which heat up as they process digital information...

State News1 day ago

May Rains Help Ease Virginia Drought, But Dry Conditions Persist

Many parts of Virginia ended May with soaking rains after reports showed 80% of the state was experiencing “severe drought”...

State News3 days ago

Five Killed, Dozens Hurt in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-95 in Stafford County

Five people were killed, and dozens more were injured early this morning in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 southbound...

State News4 days ago

Governor Fires Virginia Tech Rector Rocovich, Appoints Dominion Energy’s Edward Baine as Replacement

Gov. Abigail Spanberger has removed Rector John Rocovich from Virginia Tech’s Board of Visitors, citing misconduct in a letter sent...

National News to Know: Stay Informed on the Issues That Impact Us All

Local News You Might Have Missed: Stories Worth Catching Up On

Local News2 weeks ago

Lisa Hoelsher Named 2026 Dr. Leonard F. Maiden DECA Scholarship Recipient

Warren County High School DECA has named Lisa Hoelsher as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Leonard F. Maiden DECA...

Local News2 weeks ago

Limeton Community Church Honors Widow Luncheon Guest Ahead of 100th Birthday

A regular widows’ luncheon at Limeton Community Church turned into a joyful surprise on Wednesday, May 20, when guests gathered...

Local News2 weeks ago

Randolph-Macon Academy’s Top Graduates Reflect on Discipline, Friendship and What Comes Next

Randolph-Macon Academy seniors Pelumi Ibrahim and Robert “RJ” Bamfo have spent the past four years building strong academic records, leadership...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Supervisors Respond to Data Center Social Media Hyperbole, Tax Hike Criticism Before Facing Action on 8 Public Hearings

Near the opening of the May 19th Warren County Board of Supervisors meeting, the county’s elected officials heard a full...

Local News2 weeks ago

Wildcats to Celebrate Graduation Rain or Shine at Wildcat Stadium

Warren County High School is preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026 with graduation set for Thursday at 7 p.m....

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Arrest Logs2 weeks ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/18/2026

Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:  

Local News2 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: American Black Bear

This young American Black Bear cub arrived at the Center last week after being found in Frederick County trapped in...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Cullers Says She Remains Opposed to Data Centers in Warren County

South River District Supervisor Cheryl L. Cullers says she remains opposed to data centers in Warren County and would vote...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Commentary: Warren County’s Data Center Moment Deserves Open Deliberation

Warren County is in the sights of the data center industry. It is now apparently not “just a distraction”. I...

Crime/Court2 weeks ago

Drug, DUI, Assault and Firearms Charges Among Warren County Indictments

A Warren County grand jury returned a series of indictments during the April 2026 term in Warren County Circuit Court,...

Local News2 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for May 18 – 22, 2026

The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in Warren County in the coming weeks. Scheduled...

Local News2 weeks ago

Virginia State Police Report More Than $2.4 Million in Drugs Seized During Weekly Crime Suppression Operations

Virginia State Police reported more than $2.4 million in seized narcotics during ongoing crime suppression operations across the Commonwealth from...

Local Government3 weeks ago

Consent Agenda with Data Center Focus Tabled at County Planning Commission Meeting

What could be perceived as an evasion of public accountability could also be perceived as a public victory when the...

Local News3 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Bald Eagle(s)

Some of the greatest threats to wildlife are the ones most people never see. Earlier this month, two immature Bald...

Local News3 weeks ago

National Learn to Swim Day Reminds Families to Make Water Safety a Summer Priority

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and families begin planning trips to pools, lakes, rivers, and beaches, National Learn to Swim...

Local Government3 weeks ago

Worthy Possibility or Strategic Failure: Data Centers in Focus at Town Council Work Session

“It communicates we’re open for business.” Vice-Mayor Amber Veitenthal, at a Town Council work session of May 11, identified the...

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Arrest Logs3 weeks ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/11/2026

Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:

Local News3 weeks ago

Emotional Wellness for Police Officers

There’s no doubt that police officers must keep in good physical condition to do their jobs effectively. But, beyond a...

Worth a Second Look: Features and Lifestyle Stories That Inspire and Resonat

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

Change Your Google Habits

By now, most people have seen AI-generated answers appear at the top of Google search results. That means it may...

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

Who Do You Call? The Emergency Contact Question Nobody Talks About

Every doctor’s office asks for it. Every hospital intake form includes it. Name, phone number, relationship: Who is your emergency...

Agriculture3 days ago

Choosing the Right Beef Breed Starts with Farm Goals

Choosing a beef breed is one of the most important decisions a cattle producer can make. The right breed can...

Business Growth Series4 days ago

Business Growth Series: How to Make Your Business the One People Remember

At the end of the day, business comes down to one thing: Being remembered. Customers don’t choose from all options....

Home4 days ago

Pollinator Plants Can Bring More Bees, Butterflies and Life to the Garden

Gardeners who want to support bees, butterflies, and other pollinators can start with a simple step: plant more pollen- and...

Kids' Corner4 days ago

Quicksand Is Scary in Movies, But the Real Danger Is Different

In movies and cartoons, quicksand is often shown as a deadly trap. A character steps into it, sinks deeper and...

Historically Speaking4 days ago

The Trip to China That Changed the Cold

Two weeks ago, President Donald Trump made a second trip to the People’s Republic of China. These visits still seem...

Food5 days ago

Think Beyond Burgers for a More Creative Summer Barbecue

Summer grilling need not stop at hamburgers, hot dogs, and shish kebabs. With a little creativity, the backyard barbecue can...

Automotive5 days ago

Safe Driving in Work Zones Protects Motorists and Road Crews

Road construction is a regular part of travel, but work zones require extra care from every driver. Reduced speed limits,...

Health5 days ago

Summer Heat Can Put Extra Strain on the Heart

Summer brings outdoor fun, travel, cookouts, and long sunny days. For many people, that is all welcome news. But for...

Food6 days ago

Edible Flowers Add Color, Flavor and Fun to Home Cooking

Flowers can do more than brighten a garden. Some can also brighten a plate. Edible flowers are a creative way...

Health6 days ago

Laughing Gas Is Far From Harmless

Many people know nitrous oxide by its more familiar name: laughing gas. It is used legally in several settings, including...

Mature Living6 days ago

Speed Training Game Shown to Reduce Dementia Risk

Not all brain games are the same. Many apps promise sharper memory, better focus, or protection against dementia. But research...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

World Otter Day May 27 – The Otter Who Hijacks Surfboards

Something strange has been happening at Steamer Lane, the famous surf break in Santa Cruz, California. Surfers paddle out expecting...

Historically Speaking7 days ago

Looking Back at ‘The Clash of Civilizations’

Last month, I wrote an article that looked back at two of the most important foreign relations concepts of the...

Mature Living1 week ago

Home Adaptations Can Help Older Adults Avoid Moving

For many older adults, losing the ability to climb stairs can feel like a major turning point. Illness, injury, surgery,...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Wild Camping Offers Quiet Adventure, But It Takes Careful Planning

For campers who enjoy nature but want to avoid crowded campgrounds, wild camping may sound like the perfect escape. There...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Memorial Day Calls Us Back to Its Original Meaning

Memorial Day was born from grief. After the Civil War left hundreds of thousands of Americans dead, communities across the...