2010 Archive Information
Dec 28, 2010Crime Tips
Stolen Vehicles:
Nearly 20% of all vehicles stolen have keys in them . Don't leave your car running ,not even for a minute --- Convenience stores, gas stations, and ATMs are common hunting grounds for thieves, and cars left running to warm up on cold mornings are easy prey. Remember to remove visible items in your car out of sight. Check out this flyer to learn more.
Dec 28, 2010Snow
White Christmas and More:
We here at the PSO hoped everyone had a great and safe Christmas. The snow was an extra treat.
Dec 16, 2010:Winter Storm
Closings:
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Oct 18, 2010Parades
PSO Motor Officers & Honor Guard:
We will be participating in the following holiday parades this season.
Dec 4th
Cradock Christmas Parade
Dec 11thJuly 1, 2010
Portsmouth Christmas Parade
New Laws
Effective today:
There are almost 900 of new laws taken effect today ranging from texting to energy. You can learn more about the new laws at the following links:
The General Assembly
The Governor's Press Release
VA State Police
Legislative Information System
Hampton Roads Crime Prevention Association Day at the Capitol
Photo Gallery:
Our Crime Prevention Division participated in this years Crime Prevention at the Capitol. Take a moment to view
the photo gallery.
May 7, 2010
Hurricane Prepareness
VA Tax Relief:
The official start of hurricane season is June 1st, which is less than a month away! To encourage and to assist citizens in getting prepared, the Commonwealth of Virginia offers a Sales Tax Holiday on the purchase of certain items for your emergency supply kits and for your homes, from May 25th through May 31st.
Please see the flyer for details so that you can prepare to save money during the Sales Tax Holiday while preparing your families and homes for the hurricane season!
For more information on hurricane season preparedness, which includes -- making a kit, making a plan, and staying informed --please visit www.readyvirginia.gov.
Apr 12, 2010VA Legislative Services
2010 Session Highlights:
The General Assembly session convened on Jan 13th and adjourned on Mar 14th. The 2010 Session Highlights summarizes some of the legislation consided during the 60 day session.
The General Assembly will reconvene on Apr 21st to consider any vetoes or changes the Governor my make to the legislation approved during sessions. Unless otherwise stated, legislation approved by the Governor will become law on Jul 1st.
Clcik to learn more about the VA Division Of Legislative Services
Mar 19, 2010March Of Dimes
March Newsletter:
For updated dates and merchandise, please check out the March Newsletter
Mar 15, 2010General Assembly
Lawmakers Adopt A Budget:
According to the Virginia Pilot, Virginia Lawmakers finally adopts a budget that makes deep cuts in some areas but in many cases the cuts were not as steep as had been considered. $47 million for Public Safety, that directly relates to the Sheriff's Office, has been restored.
Mar 11, 2010March Of Dimes
Fundraiser Events:
It is time again for our annual March of Dimes fundraisers. We are starting with two events this year at the Wal-Mart Store on Frederick Boulevard.
- The first is March 27th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- The second is on April 10th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
We look forward to your support and seeing you at these events. To learn more about our efforts, here is our flyer
Mar 3, 2010Another Snow Day
Closings:
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Feb 07, 2010:
Polar Plunge
Thanks:
We would like to thank all those that participated and contributed to the chilling event. It takes a strong desire to help a cause by exposing one's self to freezing cold that we had this past Saturday. Again a big THANKS!!
Jan 29-31 & Feb 1-7, 2010:Winter Storm
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VDOT Road Conditions - Cameras
Hampton Roads Area Cameras or Camera Selection View
Jan 04, 2010:
Happy New Year's
Resolutions:
This is the time of year that resolutions are made. Here are a few tips on New Year's Resolution:
- Create a Plan - Write it down or talk about it
- Keep your goals real - Strive for a goal that is attainable
- Track your Progress - Accomplishments help to motivate
- Stay Positive - Slip ups occur
- Stick to it - It takes time to get into a routine
Good Luck and if things go well, you will have a great New Year!!!!