ESSO Buys Neuter-Scooter, Needs Donations
Sunset cruise on the Miss Jennifer earned funds for Neuter Scooter.
By SANDY MAYER
June 8, 2014
ESSO — Eastern Shore Spay Organization — was formed last November with the mission to prevent cruelty to animals and reduce the overpopulation of animals on the lower Eastern Shore through inexpensive spay/neuter services. ESSO currently provides spay/neuter services in Cape Charles for 26-30 animals every other month, but there is a very long waiting list.
In order to help more residents and animals, the organization recently purchased a Neuter Scooter van from the Virginia Beach SPCA at a price of $40,000, which now must be paid through grants and fundraisers. Nonprofit status has been applied for, which will enable ESSO to apply for grants and accept tax deductible donations. [Read more…]
Library Rededication Is Memorial Day Highlight
By NANCY DANIEL VEST
June 9, 2014
The spirit of cooperation filled the streets of Cape Charles on Memorial Day. The American Legion, the Town of Cape Charles, the Library Board, the Friends of the Cape Charles Memorial Library, and the Cape Charles Band worked together to create a beautiful service to honor those who serve their country and to remember those who have given all.
The American Legion began the day at the War Memorial with a solemn and reflective remembrance. The crowd stood in respectful silence to show appreciation for all who lost their lives fighting for freedom and those who still unselfishly serve their country. Attention then turned across the street and went from solemnity to celebration with the rededication of the Cape Charles Memorial Library.
The music of the Cape Charles Band filled the air and heightened the spirit of gratitude and patriotism. Senator Lynwood Lewis offered his respect for American soldiers and veterans and spoke of the opportunities the new library facility offers to the citizens of Lower Northampton County.
The Cape Charles Memorial Library has an interesting history. In June of 1919, 32 women gathered to take the first steps in their quest to create a library for the Town. Each woman brought a book to donate to the cause. The small collection grew slowly and was housed in private homes, a department store, and a bank before it found its first true home in the vacated Presbyterian Church building on Tazewell Avenue. On May 27, 1927, that building became the first Memorial Library in Virginia. Governor Harry F. Byrd formally dedicated the Cape Charles Memorial Library to the 21 men from Northampton County who perished in World War I. [Read more…]
Tuesday Service for Earl Spady, Route 13 Victim
June 9, 2014
A celebration of life service for Earl Wayne Spady, 56, will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at Cape Charles Baptist Church with Pastor Russell Goodrich officiating. Mr. Spady died May 30 after being hit by a truck while crossing Route 13 on foot.
A resident of Cape Charles and a native of Northampton County, he was the son of the late William Howard Spady, Sr., and the late Margaret S. Brady Spady. He is survived by a brother, William Howard Spady, Jr., and his wife, Rosemary, of Miamisburg, OH, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Danny Kaye Spady. He was a member of Cape Charles Baptist Church. [Read more…]
THURSDAY 6/12: Town Budget Public Hearing
A public hearing on the Town of Cape Charles FY 2015 proposed budget and utility rates will be 6 p.m. Thursday, June 12, at Town Hall. CLICK to view agenda and proposed budget.
Virginia Eastern Shorekeeper Creates Legal Action Fund
Virginia Eastern Shorekeeper is creating a Legal Action Fund as part of an effort to expand capabilities on the Eastern Shore. This will enable supporters to earmark donations for legal research and litigation. [Read more…]
Best of Virginia Names Five Cape Charles Businesses
Breezes Day Spa owner Marian van Geijn with ‘Best of Virginia’ plaque (Wave photo)
CAPE CHARLES WAVE
June 4, 2014
What’s the best golf course in Eastern Virginia? The best outdoor dining? The best pub? The best ice cream? The best day spa? According to Virginia Living magazine, Cape Charles businesses rank among the best in all those categories. The third annual Best of Virginia Readers Survey tallied 32,000 readers’ votes in 91 categories, and local businesses placed among the best in five categories:
Best Golf Course — Bay Creek (2nd place)
Best Outdoor Dining — The Shanty (3rd place)
Best Overall Bar — Kelly’s Gingernut Pub (3rd place)
Best Local Ice Cream — Brown Dog (3rd place)
Best Day Spa — Breezes (3rd place)
Breezes Day Spa owner Marian van Geijn said she had not even been aware of the contest before learning that Breezes had taken third place. “We did not try to influence the voting at all,” she said. “It’s quite a big deal that so many Cape Charles businesses placed in the contest. Cape Charles is really making a name for itself.” [Read more…]
William Smith, 85, Life-Long Cape Charles Resident
June 4, 2014
William H. Smith, 85, husband of Anne Lambertson Smith, passed away June 3 at his residence. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, June 5, at Cape Charles Cemetery, conducted by the Rev. Elizabeth A. Lutz and the Rev. Jeff Conrow.
He is survived by Anne, his wife of 53 years; son, Steven D. Smith and his wife Christy Fugate Smith; granddaughter Palmer Elizabeth Smith; grandsons William Wade Smith and Henry Fugate Smith; nephews Russell P. Dunton and his wife Kim, all of Cape Charles; H. Bruce Lambertson and his wife Violet of Eastville; two nieces, Brenda E. Dunton of Cape Charles and Pamela L. Parks of Eastville; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by his son, William H. Smith Jr.; his sister, Phyllis S. Dunton; and brother-in-law, H.J. “Herky” Lambertson Jr.
A life-long resident of Cape Charles, Mr. Smith was born May 21, 1929, to the late Harold Charles Smith and Hilda Wilson Smith at their home on Madison Avenue. He was an active Boy Scout and attained the rank of Eagle. Following graduation from Cape Charles High School, he attended Virginia Tech before transferring to Richmond Professional Institute and later entering the United States Marine Corps. After completing training at the U.S. Naval Air Training Command, Pensacola, FL, he was designated a Naval Aviator. He served overseas in Korea and Japan toward the end of the Korean Conflict, retiring from the Marine Corps Reserves in 1966, with the rank of Captain. After his tour of active duty, Mr. Smith resumed his studies at Richmond Professional Institute, where he received a Bachelor of Science Degree. [Read more…]
THURSDAY 6/5: Town Hall Meeting with Granville Hogg at Kiptopeke Elementary
Northampton County Supervisor Granville Hogg is holding a Town Hall meeting 6:30 p.m Thursday, June 5, at Kiptopeke Elementary School. Issues include schools, emergency medical services, and “business friendly” agricultural/forestry districts.
