Ever thought about starting a neighborhood watch? Gene Marrano June 17, 2014 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: School safety a major issue at leadership conferenceNext: Fighting in Iraq may impact what you pay at the pump this summer Related Stories 1 min read The Play That Goes Wrong at Attic Productions, Opera Roanoke presents Young Artists this weekend and Open Studios Botetourt Gene Marrano October 15, 2025 1 min read Beth Macy’s new book Paper Girl – a microcosm of what’s happened in America, in her own hometown Gene Marrano October 15, 2025 1 min read The reopening of the historic Colony House Motor Lodge Denise Membreno October 15, 2025