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May 24, 2012 | News Releases

Richmond, Virginia Police Department Helps To Honor Mothers Who Don’t Often Get Praise Through Phone Recycling Drive

Families in the Tri-Cities of Hopewell, Petersburg and Colonial Heights, Virginia, gathered earlier this month to pay tribute to moms on Mother’s Day, with wrapped gifts, flowers, and breakfast-in-bed. The Richmond Police Department found a way to make sure that local moms who are living at The ...

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March 14, 2012 | News Releases

Tri-Cities, Tennessee/Virginia Will Benefit From Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE Network Expansion On March 15

On March 15, Verizon Wireless customers in more areas of Tri-Cities, Tenn./Va. can take advantage of Verizon Wireless’ 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network, the largest 4G LTE network in the country. In Virginia, the Gate City, Glade Springs and Emory areas will now have access to Verizon’s 4G ...

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June 21, 2011 | News Releases

Verizon To Invest $125,000 To Support Domestic Violence Outreach, Prevention, Education And Awareness Programs In Virginia

Verizon has a long history of investing in programs that help survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives while raising awareness of this issue. This year, the Verizon Foundation and HopeLine® from Verizon program will invest a total of $125,000 to support domestic violence outreach, ...

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June 6, 2011 | News Releases

Stanardsville, Virginia, High School Senior Among Winners Of Verizon Wireless/United Negro College Fund Essay Contest

When high school senior Lauren Mann graduates next month from Stanardsville’s William Monroe High School, she’ll walk away with more than just a diploma. As one of the winners of a Verizon Wireless/United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Black History Month essay contest, Mann will receive more than ...

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April 20, 2011 | News Releases

This Earth Day And Every Day The Verizon Wireless Communications Store In Hurricane, West Virginia, Is Going Green

The Verizon Wireless Communications Store in Hurricane is one of 85 Verizon Wireless retail stores nationwide to be awarded the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) prestigious ENERGY STAR® certification.

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March 3, 2011 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Recognized As Call Quality Leader In The Mid-Atlantic Region In Latest J.D. Power And Associates Study, Including West Virginia

Verizon Wireless tied for top ranking among all national wireless providers in the Mid-Atlantic Region, which includes West Virginia, in the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Wireless Call Quality Performance Study(SM), Volume 1, issued today.

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December 6, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Donates $10,000 To Branches Domestic Violence Shelter In West Virginia

Continuing its commitment to domestic violence prevention, Verizon Wireless has awarded a $10,000 grant to Branches Domestic Violence Shelter, a non-profit agency providing shelter to women, children and men who are victims of domestic violence.

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October 22, 2010 | News Releases

Richmond Police Sergeant Honored By Virginia Attorney General And HopeLine From Verizon Program

Richmond Police Sergeant Carol Adams was honored today by Virginia Attorney General Kenneth T. Cuccinelli and Verizon Wireless Regional President Mike Maiorana for her service to domestic violence victims across the state at an event commemorating October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month. ...

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October 6, 2010 | News Releases

Champions For Domestic Violence Awareness: HopeLine® From Verizon And NOBLE Join Together To Put No-Longer-Used Phones To Good Use

Just in time for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) is launching its fourth annual HopeLine® from Verizon phone collection drive at chapter locations nationwide. In addition to chapter members, the general public is ...

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April 27, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Leesburg, Virginia, Store On April 30

Verizon Wireless, owner and operator of the nation’s largest and most reliable voice and 3G network, is opening a new Verizon Wireless Evolution Store located at 1612 Village Market Blvd., SE, in Leesburg, Virginia, next to the new Wegmans. The store features an interactive retail design inviting...

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April 21, 2010 | News Releases

FDIC Chair, Consumers Union Leader, Amazon.com, Verizon And Villa Springfield Recognized By Better Business Bureau

Better Business Bureau honored FDIC Chairman Sheila Bair, Consumers Union leader James Guest, Amazon.com, Verizon and Villa Springfield Health and Rehabilitation Center this evening at the BBB International Torch Awards in Washington, DC. The Torch Awards are given by the Council of Better ...

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March 3, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage In Fort Lee, Virginia

In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Prince George County and surrounding communities, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in and around the south end of ...

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March 3, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage In Chesapeake, Virginia

In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Prince George County and surrounding communities, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in southern Chesapeake between ...

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March 3, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage In Culpeper County, Virginia

In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Culpeper County and surrounding communities, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage near Brandy Station along route 29/15...

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March 3, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Enhances 3G Wireless Data Network In Central Virginia

In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in the Central Virginia Counties of Culpeper, Fluvanna, Buckingham and Albemarle, Verizon Wireless has enhanced the capacity of its 3G data network, thus improving service in the communities of Pruett, Dillwyn, ...

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March 3, 2010 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage In Prince George County, Virginia

In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Prince George County and surrounding communities, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell provides increased 3G data coverage in the towns of Pruett, Dillwyn, Arvonia, ...

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October 22, 2009 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Helps Customers Become “Gadget Geeks” In Less Than 30 Minutes In Virginia

Verizon Wireless News Center Get all the latest articles, updates and announcements. Home Wireless Network Smartphones & Apps Mobile Lifestyle People & Community About News Center News Release Verizon Wireless Helps Customers Become “Gadget Geeks” In Less Than 30 Minutes In...

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October 1, 2009 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Coverage in Rockingham County, Virginia

Verizon Wireless is investing in Rockingham County, Virginia to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, 3G multimedia and Internet access. Regionally the company has invested more than $2 billion in its Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. network over the past nine years, including ...

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October 1, 2009 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Coverage in Fairfax County, Virginia

Verizon Wireless is investing in Fairfax County, Virginia to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, 3G multimedia and Internet access. Regionally the company has invested more than $2 billion in its Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC network over the past nine years, including $153 ...

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October 1, 2009 | News Releases

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Coverage in Carroll County, Virginia

Verizon Wireless is investing in Carroll County, Virginia to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, 3G multimedia and Internet access. Regionally the company has invested more than $2 billion in its Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. network over the past nine years, including $153 ...

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