Portsmouth Mayor

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We’re here today to celebrate the opening of Harbor Trail Brewing Company and welcome owners Matthew and Elaine Sharp to our growing business community.

Mayor Shannon Glover receives Workforce Innovation Award.

Portsmouth Mayor Shannon E. Glover owns and operates Commonwealth Employee Benefits Solutions Inc., a Portsmouth small business providing human resources consulting for companies.
The Navy veteran is active in the community and serves on several boards and committees, including the Hampton Roads Military and Federal Facilities Alliance, Hampton Roads Transit, Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, and the Hampton Roads Workforce Council.
Glover has been a longtime supporter and advocate for regional workforce development efforts and is a co-founder of the NextGen Regional Internship Program.
He is never shy about reaching out to the Workforce Council with an idea, a new partner suggestion, or a request to help a job seeker or employer in his city.

This week's Mayor's Minute about Missy Elliott coming home to Portsmouth is available on the city's YouTube channel. Use the link to view the new message . . .

Mayor's Minute with Shannon Glover October 7, 2022 Portsmouth Virginia Mayor's Minute with Shannon Glover October 7, 2022 Portsmouth Virginia

Portsmouth's Mark Palamarchuck receives Community Service Hero Award. Congratulations to Mark Palamarchuck and the entire team and partners!

It's hump day, Portsmouth! Good morning. Here's a little inspiration to start your day . . .

Just a reminder . . . Portsmouth will observe the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 5. Monday's trash collection will take place Wednesday, September 7. Find details below . . .

Top of the morning, Portsmouth family! Hope your week is sailing smoothly. Here's a bit of inspiration to start your day . . .

Good Monday morning, Portsmouth! Make it the best day ever. Here's a little morning inspiration . . .

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve celebrates its 25th Anniversary! If you've never visited the preserve, take a look at this breathtaking snippet of nature's wonder and mystery -- right in your backyard. Use the link provided to view . . .

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve 25th Anniversary Promo 2022 FREE TO THE PUBLIC! Portsmouth Virginia Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve 25th Anniversary Promo 2022 FREE TO THE PUBLIC! Portsmouth Virginia

Does your child need immunizations for the upcoming school year? Find a resource here . . .

Good morning, Portsmouth. It's Friday and that means we're kicking off the weekend. Check out this back-to-school event and details below . . .