Mechanicsville News

A recent study conducted by an environmental group concluded that cats most likely have more mercury in their systems than most people, and dogs were found to have twice as much chemicals from stain resistant ... via Tribune-Star

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Hanover County fire officials are looking for the cause of a fire that destroyed a garage at a Mechanicsville construction company yesterday. via FireFightingNews.com

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“I'm sure it's a big setback for them, but they're tough, and I'm sure they'll make do. They've been around for a long time doing it.”

A two-alarm fire destroyed the Bost Construction Company building in Mechanicsville. via WWBT

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William Harvie Bagby, 80, of Mechanicsville passed away Thursday, April 24, 2008. via The Free Lance-Star

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“At Noodles & Company our mission is to nourish and inspire individuals in our local communities, and we're excited to be an active participant in Mechanicsville beginning with our fundraiser to support Lee Davis High School”

Noodles & Company, the quick-casual, globally inspired noodle restaurant that serves a balanced menu of freshly sauteed Asian, Mediterranean and American cuisine, will open its 10th Virginia restaurant in ... via Market Wire

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A Hanover teenager who was hit by a car last week has died. Robert Hazelgrove, 14 of Mechanicsville, was hit just before 7 p.m. last Wednesday night near Cold Harbor Road and Stonewall Parkway. via WWBT

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“It's amazing no one was hurt. People did the right thing. They got away from windows.”

County officials are thankful the tornado that blew through Mechanicsville and parts of New Kent and King William counties Sunday didn't touch down in a more populated area. via WSLS

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“It's always been safe here, but I think as it's building, more neighborhoods, more businesses, and stuff, I think it's bringing more crime”

Police say one man may be responsible for five area robberies that occurred in a 16 hour span. via NBC12

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“I am really enjoying the experience of working on this movie”

The Mechanicsville farm that was used as a back lot for the "John Adams" miniseries on HBO continues to be put to good use. via Hanover Herald-Progress

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“If they're eating only one thing, and there are toxins in it, then it would be concentrated.”

An environmental group has tested dogs and cats for chemical exposure and found some levels much higher than in humans. via USA Today

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