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Law Enforcement Responds to Reports of Gunshots Near Railroad Park

3/27/2024

On the evening of Saturday, March 23rd, Victoria Police Department received a report of gunshots in the vicinity of Railroad Park. Victoria Police Department with the assistance of Kenbridge Police Department and Lunenburg Sheriff’s Office were on scene within minutes of being dispatched to the call.  Upon arrival and after a check of the area, no firearms were found.  Further investigation, with help from the other law enforcement agencies and citizens, led to a suspect being identified.  An arrest was made, without incident, in the case and the firearm was turned over to Victoria Police Department.  Investigation of the incident indicates that the shots were fired into the air and were not directed towards anyone or anything.  Victoria Police Department is very appreciative of the assistance of the other law enforcement agencies in the county and citizens in bringing this case to a close.

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Applications for Water Plant Operator Still Being Accepted

3/21/2024

HELP WANTED:  Water Plant Operator

The Town of Victoria is still accepting applications for the position of Water Plant Operator.   This position may be hired as Water Plant Operator Trainee or Water Plant Operator depending on qualifications.  This position is responsible for the operation of the water treatment facility for the Town of Victoria.  This position works a rotating schedule and requires work on weekends and holidays. Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Applicants must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license. A copy of the job description may be obtained at the town office. Applications may be obtained at the Victoria Municipal Building 1809 Main St. Victoria, Virginia, during regular business hours or online at www.victoriava.net.  Submit all applications to the Town of Victoria, P.O. Box 1421, Victoria, VA 23974. Position is open until filled.  The next cutoff date for applications will be March 29, 2024. All positions with the Town of Victoria are subject to random drug testing. The Town of Victoria is an equal opportunity employer.

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Lakeview and Oakwood Cemeteries

3/19/2024

Families owning burial lots in Lakeview or Oakwood Cemeteries in Victoria are asked to please remove all floral and decorative items on the ground as soon as possible.  The first grass cutting of the cemeteries is planned for Thursday, March 28, 2024.  Floral and decorative items remaining on the ground on March 28th will be removed.  Your cooperation is greatly appreciated in this matter.

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Town Cleanup Day

3/19/2024

The Town of Victoria will sponsor a town cleanup day on Saturday, April 13, 2024.  Participants will meet at the flagpole in the park at 9:00 A.M.  Cleanup activities will be planned at various places throughout town.  Trashbags will be provided.  Please bring your own gloves.

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Thursday Morning Power Outage

3/14/2024

The townwide power outage that occurred this morning was due to a tree falling across a power line next to the Dominion substation in Victoria.  The tree striking the line caused a short that shut the substation down.  Power was brought back up to most of the town but Family Dollar/Dollar Tree will be without power for a couple of more hours.

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2024 Statewide Tornado Drill

3/6/2024

The 2024 Statewide Tornado Drill will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 9:45 A.M.  The Town of Victoria will be sounding the tornado sirens at 9:45 as part of this drill.  You can register for the tornado drill with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management at Statewide Tornado Drill.  Please take time to make preparations now in case a tornado warning is issued for our area.

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Water Filtration Plant Job Opening

3/1/2024

HELP WANTED:  Water Plant Operator

The Town of Victoria is accepting applications for the position of Water Plant Operator.   This position may be hired as Water Plant Operator Trainee or Water Plant Operator depending on qualifications.  This position is responsible for the operation of the water treatment facility for the Town of Victoria.  This position works a rotating schedule and requires work on weekends and holidays. Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Applicants must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license. A copy of the job description may be obtained at the town office. Applications may be obtained at the Victoria Municipal Building 1809 Main St. Victoria, Virginia, during regular business hours or online at www.victoriava.net.  Submit all applications to the Town of Victoria, P.O. Box 1421, Victoria, VA 23974. Position is open until filled.  The initial cutoff date for applications will be March 15, 2024. All positions with the Town of Victoria are subject to random drug testing. The Town of Victoria is an equal opportunity employer.

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Job Opening

2/20/2024

HELP WANTED:  Executive Secretary/Police Records Technician

The Town of Victoria is accepting applications for the position of Executive Secretary/Police Records Technician.   The position of secretary/police records technician performs secretarial duties of routine difficulty with emphasis on keyboarding, filing, and receptionist related duties. 

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