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Android Tribune Publishing Inc.
3.1 GP
12,070+
Google Play

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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.

Editor Opinion

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 & Cons

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

Specifications

Updated 08.09.2025
Age Rating Everyone 10+
Developer Tribune Publishing Inc.
Android Android 8.0++
Package Name com.tribpub.vp

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