Young adult police commissioners collect over 600 pounds of trash at monitor merrimac overlook park

Young Adult Police Commissioners Collect Over 600 Pounds of Trash at Monitor Merrimac Overlook Park

NEWPORT NEWS, VA — On Wednesday, members of the Young Adult Police Commissioners participated in a beach cleanup at Monitor Merrimac Overlook Park, the Newport News Police Department’s designated “Adopt-A-Spot.”

Young adult police commissioners collect over 600 pounds of trash at monitor merrimac overlook park
Photo: young adult police commissioners collect over 600 pounds of trash at monitor merrimac overlook park

The site also serves as a memorial to fallen officer Katie Thyne.

During the event, participants collected more than 619 pounds of trash and debris.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton is the Editor and Publisher of Shore News Network, an independent digital news organization covering New Jersey, national politics, public policy, public safety, and community affairs. With years of experience reporting on local government, elections, law enforcement, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey, Stilton has built a reputation for delivering timely news, in-depth reporting, and accountability journalism.

As the founder of Shore News Network, Stilton oversees editorial operations, investigative reporting, and breaking news coverage while working closely with journalists, public officials, and community leaders. His reporting has covered municipal government, state politics, federal policy, public records investigations, emergency management, and major news events affecting local communities.

Stilton is committed to factual reporting, source verification, transparency, and providing readers with accessible, accurate information that helps them better understand the issues shaping their communities. Through Shore News Network, he continues to focus on delivering trusted news coverage and original reporting to audiences across New Jersey and beyond.

For story tips, corrections, or media inquiries, readers can contact Shore News Network through its official website and social media channels.