CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. (AP) — Thousands of people gathered in Virginia to watch the Chincoteague wild ponies make their annual swim across the Assateague Channel, the 99th year of the popular tradition.

A prescribed burn has been announced for Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge to help with forest management.

On Tuesday night, the Planning Commission voted to recommend removing short-term rentals by right from all R-1 districts.

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. — Visitors outnumbered residents in Chincoteague, Virginia this week. That's because people gathered along the Eastern Shore for what they claim is one of the most unique traditions ...

Chincoteague, Virginia, has approved new horse-drawn carriage rides for its historic town. The rides will use Haflinger horses, a breed known for its gentle temperament and strong build. The ...

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. — The island of Chincoteague is preparing for a once-in-a-century celebration this summer as the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company hosts its 100th Annual Pony Round-up and Swim on ...

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. (WAVY) — Except for a few sprinkles, it was a pleasant July afternoon for ponies and people at Chincoteague’s 99th annual Pony Swim. Unlike some past swims under sweltering heat, it ...

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. (WAVY) — An online threat has been made against the 100th anniversary of the Chincoteague Pony Swim, a summer event that draws thousands to the small Accomack County town each year.

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. — A newborn Chincoteague foal is getting a second chance at life after being rescued from the wild with a rare birth defect. DSC Photography, which specializes in photographing ...

Courtesy of Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. – Longtime Saltwater Cowboy and Chincoteague Volunteer Fire ...

The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia on Wednesday. Two two-day event sees wild ponies swim from island to island with the help of "Saltwater Cowboys." A "Pony Auction" takes ...

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