Ever thought about starting a neighborhood watch? Gene Marrano June 17, 2014 1 minute read There are almost 50 neighborhood watches operating in Roanoke … the newest in southwest city near Virginia Western Community College. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: School safety a major issue at leadership conferenceNext: Fighting in Iraq may impact what you pay at the pump this summer Related Stories VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026