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 Fork in the Market changes hands as longtime manager becomes owner Ian Price June 2, 2026 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026