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New Ways to Connect with the City
Aug 03, 2023
The City Communications Team, represented by Communications Director Kit Redmer and Public Information Officer Sarah Frey, works to connect the City of Winchester to the community and expand two-way communication with residents, business owners, and visitors. The traditional approach to governmental communications, which relies heavily on one-way, mostly informative communications from governmental offices.
Smoke alarms save lives
Jul 19, 2023
Over the past two months, the Winchester Fire and Rescue Department responded to several working structure fires where the occupants were awoken by smoke alarms, providing them the time to safely evacuate their homes.
Winchester Fire & Rescue Department was recognized nationally for its commitment to quality care for heart attacks and strokes in Winchester
Jul 19, 2023
The American Heart Association presents the Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold achievement award for proven dedication to ensuring access to best practices and life-saving care.
July Employee of the Month: Ernest LaRose
Jul 07, 2023
Ernest LaRose, a sanitation worker in the City, is praised by his co-workers for his dependability, hardworking and positive attitude, willingness to help anyone at any time, and infectious personality. That work ethic and selflessness deserve to be recognized. But recently, he went above and beyond to fearlessly help a City teammate during a difficult and dangerous situation, earning him the July Employee of the Month award.
June Employee of the Month: Ethan Longenecker
Jun 15, 2023
Touch a Truck & Open House at Winchester Public Services
Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday, June 28 | 5:30-8:00 P.M.
Public Services Building | 301 E. Cork St. (enter between the Moose Lodge and railroad tracks)
Join Winchester's Public Services team for a Touch a Truck and Open House at their new building at City Yards (301 E. Cork Street, turn between the Moose Lodge and the railroad tracks).
Winchester Fire & Rescue celebrates the retirements of two chief officers
Jun 13, 2023
WINCHESTER, Va – This summer, the Winchester Fire & Rescue Department is saying goodbye and congratulating two high-ranking chief officers with a combined 55 years of service to the community.
Deputy Chief DeHaven, with 29 years of service, and Battalion Chief Baker, with 26 years of service, are retiring from distinguished careers keeping the Winchester community safe in their roles as both volunteer and career firefighters with the Winchester Fire & Rescue Department. DC DeHaven’s last day will be July 1, 2023, and BC Baker’s last day was June 1, 2023.
North End Summer Kickoff to be held this Saturday at Frederick Douglass Park
Jun 08, 2023
WINCHESTER, Va – Saturday afternoon, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., the Winchester Police Department, Winchester Fire & Rescue Department, and the Winchester Area NAACP are hosting the North End Summer Kickoff at Frederick Douglass Park.
Sale of Ward Plaza finalized today
Jun 01, 2023
WINCHESTER, Va – Thursday afternoon, the Winchester Economic Development Authority was able to help Winchester Acquisition Partners LLC close on the sale of the Ward Plaza shopping center.
Bringing revitalization to the Ward Plaza shopping center will include a mixed-use project with a 40,000-square-foot anchor tenant and a mix of homes and retail space.