Nick McNamara
ReporterNick is a general assignment reporter focused on the cities of Williamsburg, Hampton and Suffolk. He joined WHRO in 2024 after moving to Virginia. Originally from Los Angeles County, Nick previously covered city government in Manhattan, KS, for News Radio KMAN.
The best way to reach Nick is via email at nick.mcnamara@whro.org.
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City Council wants to get more feedback before taking action on an ordinance that advocates say would criminalize homelessness. -
The 400-year-old historic site faces more frequent flooding and ground inundation that is washing away some history. -
Leadership at the LGBT Life Center and Minority AIDS Support Services say changes in state grants are forcing them to reassign, furlough staff. -
The revisions strike discrimination protections based on gender identity and change the division’s stance on preferred pronouns, bathroom use and sports participation. -
Residents fear the remaining buildings of the former Kingsmill Plantation won’t survive planned home construction nearby. -
Shelter beds and other housing support slots on the Peninsula decreased from 2023 to 24. -
It includes higher sewer rates, a lower property tax rate and bigger raises for city employees. -
It includes expected revenue from increased meals and lodging taxes, more money for WJCC Schools and higher water service rates. -
It includes more money for Suffolk Public Schools, higher utility rates and flat property tax rates. -
“This one, little tiny shell had such a big impact on so many different people,” said museum assistant Will Pell.
