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The Virginian-Pilot

The Virginian-Pilot

Android Tribune Publishing Inc.
3.1 Popularity

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Updated
September 8, 2025
Age Rating
Everyone 10+
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.tribpub.vp

So here's my honest take on The Virginian-Pilot. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, and it's got a good selection of content - not just news, but also weather, sports, and more. And one thing I really like is how customizable it is, you can pick which topics you wanna follow. But the ads can get a little intrusive, and the notifications aren't always that helpful. Overall though, it's a reliable way to stay informed on local happenings.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Covers a wide range of news and information
  • Clean, user-friendly interface
  • You can customize which topics you follow
  • Notifications keep you updated on breaking news
  • Free to download and use

Cons

  • Ads can be annoying if you don't pay
  • Notification settings could be better
  • Might not have the most up-to-the-minute news
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Been using The Virginian-Pilot for a couple months now. It’s basically a news app that covers all the latest happenings in Hampton Roads. Pretty solid if you’re into keeping up with local news and events.

Here’s what you can do – you can read the latest breaking news stories, check weather alerts, and follow sports updates. And there’s also a cool feature where you can save articles to read later. And the app’s got push notifications, which is useful for staying on top of major news. Took me a while to figure out how to customize the notifications though.

Look, if you’re into following local news and happenings, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – there are some ads that can get annoying if you don’t pay – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you wanna stay in the loop on what’s going on in your area.

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