Portsmouth, Virginia - People Helping People

A new Virginia law set to take effect July 1 will allow local governments to use artificial intelligence-powered cameras to enforce stop sign and crosswalk violations, a move supporters tell 10 On Your Side could improve pedestrian safety and reduce traffic deaths.

https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/norfolk/virginia-law-permits-ai-cameras-to-enforce-traffic-rules-for-pedestrian-safety/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WAVY_TV_10

Volunteer Needs:
Front Desk/Administrative: Volunteers will support front desk and administrative tasks including: answering phones, checking in guests, and monitoring voicemails. Daytime, evening, and weekend opportunities.

Freezer Volunteer: Volunteers will sort and shelve frozen items, rotate inventory, and ensure products are easy to find for Market operations. Must be comfortable working in cold temperatures and able to lift up to 25 lbs.

​Driver Substitute: Substitute drivers are needed to support morning grocery store pick ups or weekly grocery home deliveries. Truck or SUV recommended for grocery store pick ups. Any vehicle size welcome for home deliveries. Must be able to lift 15-25 pounds

​Box Truck Driver: Box truck drivers are needed to pick up donations and supplies from vendors and partners. CDL license not required. Must be comfortable driving a box truck.

Garden Volunteer: Garden volunteers are needed to help maintain and harvest fresh produce from our raised garden beds. No experience required. Must be willing to work as a team. 8-10am once per week Monday-Friday.

Market Substitute: Market Substitutes provide flexible support in The Market by filling in when regular volunteers are unavailable. Shifts are two hours long.

Apply today: www.thrivepeninsula.org/volunteer

If you are a current employee of one of the businesses along High Street, the City of Portsmouth is requesting that you park in the Middle Street Garage beginning June 18th through June 23rd.

Stay Cool, Stay Safe this Summer!
Summer heat can be tough, but help is available.

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!

Learn how to prepare delicious and nutritious meals from our friends at Virginia Cooperative Extension! Call 757-686-2538 to register for our second spring class on March 18th! Attend five classes and be entered in a raffle to win a multicooker.

Get ready to win prizes and socialize! Seniors' Bingo is back at Churchland on May 18th, from 11 am to 1 pm. Call 757-686-2538 for more information.