Portsmouth, Virginia - People Helping People

Pennsylvania is experiencing a major heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees — and those extreme temperatures are expected to continue into the holiday weekend.

If you’re going to be outside this July 4th weekend, stay hydrated, take breaks inside if you can, and check on your more vulnerable neighbors.

Continue to follow PA Emergency Management Agency for updates on heat advisories in your area.

Happy 4th of July from the Children's Museum of Virginia! 🇺🇸

Wishing you a safe and fun-filled Fourth of July with family, friends, and plenty of celebration.

The museum will be closed on Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We'll reopen with regular hours on Sunday. Have a wonderful holiday!

Congratulations to Firefighters Tommy Mackley and Jeff Kempe on graduating from the VFCA Fire Officer Academy! Their hard work, leadership, and commitment to the fire service continue to make our department proud. Great job, Tommy and Jeff! 👏🔥

Need Help Keeping Cool?
Check to see if you are eligible for Senior Cool Care!

The Senior Cool Care Program, sponsored by Dominion Energy, provides eligible adults age 60+ with free fans or air conditioning units to help keep homes safe and comfortable during the hottest months of the year.

Program Dates: May 1 – October 31, 2026
(while funding lasts)

Call 757-461-9481 to register!

Street sweeping is scheduled June 8 - June 12 in multiple Portsmouth neighborhoods.

For optimal cleaning, please remove vehicles from the street by 7 a.m. On-street parking may resume at 4 p.m. Streets will not be swept on normal trash collection days.

View the full schedule and details at https://ow.ly/bmuk50YZtRe or call 757-393-8666.