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Community Events6 years ago

Water fun: Local Humane Society schedules Polar Plunge, Waggin’ for Dragons

Get ready to participate in two upcoming events, February’s new Polar Plunge and this summer’s Waggin’ for Dragons, which both support the Humane Society of Warren...
Local Government6 years ago

School board elects 2020 chairman; new members’ tenures begin

The Warren County School Board during its January 6 meeting elected Arnold Williams Jr. the new chairman for 2020 while two new board members...
EDA in Focus6 years ago

A new EDA? Town Council approves resolution seeking state’s blessing

FRONT ROYAL — The Front Royal Town Council on Monday unanimously passed a resolution seeking a change in the Code of Virginia that would allow the...
Local News6 years ago

Retiring superintendent, school board members receive formal send-off

FRONT ROYAL — Two outgoing members of the Warren County School Board and retiring Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) Superintendent Greg Drescher on Wednesday night...
Local Government6 years ago

Local resident warns School Board; extra special ed teacher approved

FRONT ROYAL — Local resident James Harper asked Warren County School Board members during their December 4 meeting to reconsider policy that prohibits them from responding...
Local News6 years ago

School board approves two awards for A.S. Rhodes renovations

The Warren County School Board on Tuesday, November 19, unanimously approved two awards for the 21,070-square-feet of renovations planned for A.S. Rhodes Elementary School that...
Local Government6 years ago

School Board approves anti-bullying resolution, wireless upgrades

FRONT ROYAL — A high school anti-bullying initiative, along with almost $80,000 in wireless upgrades and additional cables for local elementary schools, received unanimous approvals by...
Local Government6 years ago

Front Royal Town Councilman Meza: ‘We aren’t crooks’

FRONT ROYAL — Front Royal Town Councilman Jacob Meza decided on Monday night during the Town Council’s regular meeting that it was time he confronted...
Local News6 years ago

School Board approves new head lice policy

Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) now has new regulations in place for managing pediculosis, commonly known as the infestation of head lice. “It is the...
Local Government6 years ago

Supervisor decries public harassment of family; BOS chairman calls for consolidation

In the wake of the Front Royal-Warren County Economic Development Authority (EDA) financial scandal, the two leaders of the Warren County Board of Supervisors (BOS) this...
Local News6 years ago

Additional funds approved to cover empty superintendent position

It’s going to cost Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) $3,250 a month in extra stipends to cover the superintendent position vacated last month by Greg...
Local Government6 years ago

Supervisors OK audit of County’s most-recent financials without EDA info

The Warren County Board of Supervisors (BOS) on Tuesday unanimously approved the County’s fiscal year (FY) 2017-2018 financial audit, despite a public plea to hold...
Local News6 years ago

‘No one deserves to be bullied,’ says mom of bullied son

FRONT ROYAL—Bullying recently reared its ugly head at Skyline Middle School where a family’s son reportedly experienced it firsthand, possibly even multiple times, both...
Local Government6 years ago

Board of Zoning Appeals approves variance requests for homeowners in flood zones

FRONT ROYAL — Pricillia Perko, who along with her husband Mark Perko owns waterfront property in a flood zone on the Shenandoah River, on Thursday...
Local News6 years ago

Warren County School Board recognizes Royal Examiner; votes to add kindergarten ‘floater’

The Warren County School Board recognized the Royal Examiner for its public service and approved the addition of one kindergarten floater teacher during its October...
Local News6 years ago

UPDATE: School superintendent placed on paid administrative leave; Sheppard assumes duties

FRONT ROYAL — Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) Superintendent Greg Drescher is now on paid administrative leave, said Catherine Bower, chairwoman of the Warren County...
Local Government6 years ago

Mental health calls for service to FRPD continue to rise, says police chief

FRONT ROYAL — Mental health calls for service from the Front Royal Police Department (FRPD) remain on track this year to surpass those made in...
Local News6 years ago

Warren County School Board preps for superintendent search

FRONT ROYAL — Warren County School Board members on Wednesday started to get their ducks in a row regarding the forthcoming selection process for the next...
Local Government7 years ago

Town Council updated on downtown, revenue-sharing projects

FRONT ROYAL — Infrastructure improvement projects and downtown revitalization work, both partially funded by the state, are progressing, said Front Royal staff during the Front...
EDA in Focus7 years ago

EDA Reform Committee receives audit update; reviews properties

FRONT ROYAL — The Reform Committee of the Front Royal-Warren County Economic Development Authority (EDA) learned during its September 12 meeting that the Fiscal Year (FY)...
Community Events7 years ago

Therapy dogs make perfect pals for budding readers

FRONT ROYAL — An inspiring program at Samuels Public Library proves that therapy dogs are an aspiring reader’s best friend. The free monthly Books & Barks...
Local News7 years ago

School board approves big bucks for several expenditures

FRONT ROYAL — The Warren County School Board on Sept. 4 unanimously approved tens of thousands of dollars to cover several contract expenditures. Overall, the board...
Local Government7 years ago

School board OKs sewer easement signaling next phase of subdivision expansion

FRONT ROYAL — The Warren County School Board on Sept. 4 unanimously gave approval for the chairman to sign a Deed of Easement for Sanitary Sewer...
Local News7 years ago

Shenandoah River snorkelers seek treasures among trash

For this Berryville, Va., couple, snorkeling on the Shenandoah River has largely turned from treasure hunting to waterway cleanup. Married for 12 years, Krystin Manweiler, 37,...
EDA in Focus7 years ago

EDA prioritizes open, honest conduct

FRONT ROYAL — In the name of transparency, the Front Royal-Warren County Economic Development Authority (EDA) Board of Directors during its Aug. 30 special meeting addressed...
Local News7 years ago

Pageant dream comes true for Front Royal native

FRONT ROYAL — Local native Alexis Stiles, 21, recently received the Miss Warren County pageant title, just one more accomplishment for this home-grown gem. “When I...
Local News7 years ago

Warren County School Board approves crisis response, medical emergency plans

FRONT ROYAL—The Warren County School Board on August 21 passed its 2019-2020 Crisis Management Plan and Medical Emergency Response Plan, which includes several changes and additions...
Local Government7 years ago

New splash pad under construction for October debut

FRONT ROYAL — Construction started earlier this week on a new splash pad that’s being built in the Dr. Saul Seide Memorial Botanical Gardens on 8th...
Local News7 years ago

Warren County summer nutrition team serves up winning free-meals program

FRONT ROYAL — The three-member Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) summer nutrition team recently received national recognition for their efforts to keep local children fed through...
Local News7 years ago

A.S. Rhodes school renovation project to be rebid with differing criteria

FRONT ROYAL – A.S. Rhodes Elementary School students, staff and the community will have to put up with major renovations during the upcoming 2019-2020 school year...

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