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Articles by Eleanor Hardy

About Eleanor Hardy
Eleanor Hardy is from Chesterfield, Virginia, and is currently a junior at Christopher Newport University (CNU) majoring in communication studies with a double minor in journalism and leadership. Throughout her years, she has developed a strong passion for writing as well as media. She is currently a broadcaster for CNU Sports and is in the President’s Leadership Program. She plans to work as a reporter for a news agency in Richmond, Virginia when she graduates college. When Ella is not writing, she enjoys going to the beach and spending time with family.
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Manhattan’s NY Deli and Pub: Friendly atmosphere, active night life

January 23, 2025 Eleanor Hardy 0

“Manhattan’s is special to me in so many ways. When I bought it, I wrapped my arms around it and loved it like my own,” says Mary Hisel, owner of Manhattan’s NY Deli and Pub. [Read More…]

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Robert P. Mitchell, CPA PLLC: Counting more than numbers

November 19, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“Being able to help people with their money is very rewarding, I feel I am helping to make people’s lives easier,” says Rob Mitchell, owner of Robert P Mitchell CPA PLLC. Mitchell, a Newport News [Read More…]

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Scratch Bakery: Your sweet tooth is calling

September 19, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“It just makes me feel special to know that one way or another our cakes are making people feel good regardless of the occasion,” says Lashonda Sanford, owner of Scratch Bakery. Sanford grew up in [Read More…]

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Azzurri Italian Restaurant: Taste the passion of Italy

September 19, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“Owning a restaurant is not always easy, but it is much easier when you have the drive and passion to make food for your customers,” says Giuseppe Fiorello, owner of Azzurri Italian Restaurant. From a [Read More…]

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Subway Station: Subs made to perfection

April 11, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“The most important sub is the next one going across that counter and you can never let up,” says Tom Pitkin, owner of Subway Station. Pitkin opened Subway Station on Warwick Boulevard 46 years ago [Read More…]

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Point Comfort Wealth Management: Building a pathway to retirement

January 23, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“It’s really all about the relationship with our clients and helping them pursue their financial goals,” says Jennifer Daknis, managing partner and LPL financial advisor for Point Comfort Wealth Management. Daknis has worked with LPL [Read More…]

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Aroi Thai Cuisine: Delicious family recipes

January 23, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“I want mine to be different. There are many Thai restaurants on the Peninsula, and I really just want to be different from all of them,” says Patty Snyder, owner of Aroi Thai Cuisine. Patty [Read More…]

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The Georgia Peach: A fruitful boutique

August 17, 2023 Eleanor Hardy 0

Claire Ethridge, owner of the Georgia Peach, describes it as “a place for anyone who loves bows and ruffles. I specifically choose products to fit anyone’s style, regardless of age or size.” The Georgia Peach [Read More…]

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NetworkPeninsula: Developing success for local nonprofits

July 19, 2023 Eleanor Hardy 0

“My favorite part of NetworkPeninsula is seeing nonprofits get together and watching them connect, talk with each other and recognize they can benefit from knowing one another by working together,” says Karen Dutro, the organization’s [Read More…]

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Wine and Design: Bringing out the artist

July 19, 2023 Eleanor Hardy 0

“When we open the doors, it is so exciting to see generations of families come in. Nothing makes me prouder than that,” says Brandon Gist, owner of Wine and Design in Newport News. Originally from [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Libraries: Connecting the community to their love of reading

May 12, 2023 Eleanor Hardy 0

“Once I started working in libraries, I just fell in love with them and realized that I could reach more people and help individuals through this profession,” says Anita Jennings, library director of Newport News [Read More…]

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