Litter on our roads and highways creates more than just an eyesore. It harms wildlife, pollutes waterways, and increases cleanup costs for communities. One simple way to reduce roadside litter is to keep trash inside your vehicle until you can dispose of it properly. To support this effort, the Northumberland County Anti-Litter Committee is hosting a special event this Saturday, June 6, 2026. They will be giving away free removable, hanging, waterproof car trash bags at the three county...

NAPS' Vice President and Ghost Pot Program Leader Andy Sitison was awarded the Robert M. Freeman Volunteer of the Year Award by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS). William & Mary’s Batten School & VIMS held their annual Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 1. The event honors students, faculty and staff for years of service to the institution, professional achievements and outstanding student-led research, with trivia and raffle prizes interspersed throughout. "Through his leadership...

The NAPS Spring Highway Cleanup crew (from left): Mike Ahart, Estrella Cruz, Don Imbur, Alice Imbur, Jeff Kuver, Martha Tallent, Kathleen Ennen, LaToya Bunns-Bea, Jen Sagan, Thom Ennen, Victoria Jett, Sadie Wirt, John Scherbenske, Michelle Scherbenske, Larkin Rea, Sharon Flick, James Scripture, Lee Flick, Denez Yancey, and Bob Yancey, and Claudia St. John (not shown). A crew of 21 volunteers cleared the roadsides and gullies during the Northumberland Association for Progressive Stewardship...