‘He Wasn’t Perfect, But He Was Close’
Dr. Jamie Netschert of Clifton dies at age 66.
Mention Jamie Netschert to people in Clifton, Centreville or Chantilly, and they’ll either know him as a longtime friend and neighbor or their trusted veterinarian — or in many cases, both.
Baking Variations of the Pasty in Chantilly
What a lucky find in a local farmers’ market in Chantilly: Nyall Meredith of Celtic Pasties, a one-man operation making and baking several variations of the pasty.
University Looks to Fair Lakes
California University of Management and Sciences, with South Baylo University, bought a 54,720-square-foot building in Fair Lakes to operate classes.
Vote on German Grocery in Chantilly to go to Supervisors
The Fairfax County Planning Commission recommended approval of Lidl U.S. Operations, LLC, proposal to amend zoning to permit a 30,000-square-foot grocery store and 18,000-square-foot multi-tenant retail building on 5.09 acres on the 73-acre Chantilly Crossing Shopping Center at the intersection of Lee Road and Chantilly Crossing Lane.
Sully District Police Station Crime Report
The following incidents were reported by the Sully District Police Station.
Sully District Police Station Crime Report
Holidays in the Homeless Services Center in Arlington
Good cheer, warm and supportive environment
Walk into the Homeless Services Center at 2020-A 14th Street N and one immediately feels the good cheer.
Loverde Reflects on 17-Year Ministry
The Most Rev. Paul Loverde, 76, retired this month as the bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington.
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, for Dec. 27-30
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, for Dec. 27-30
Roger Berliner, Montgomery County Council President, Awarded
Roger Berliner, Montgomery County Council President, Awarded
Blessings in a Special Season in Potomac
In the Sound of the Bells
I fumbled in my wallet for a bill, my fingers a little numb from the frosty air. The man ringing the bell flashed me a smile and waited patiently for me to drop it into the red kettle.
Commentary: Berliner Urges Regional Cooperation on Metrorail and economic competitiveness.
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments’ Board of Directors Chairman Roger Berliner urged area leaders to “replace competition with cooperation and collaboration” on issues like restoring the Metrorail system and strengthening the region's economic competitiveness.
New President of Montgomery County Council
Potomac resident Roger Berliner (right) was unanimously selected as the new president of the Montgomery County Council on Dec. 6.
Water, Silt and a Canal-Full of Issues
Brandt updates WMCCA on C&O National Historic Park.
Members of the West Montgomery County Citizens Association got a verbal tour along the C&O Canal from Kevin Brandt, superintendent of the C&O National Historical Park, Wednesday.
Bringing Joy in Cabin John
Escorted by the Cabin John Volunteer Fire Department, Santa made his annual rounds through area neighborhoods, collecting toys for the National Center for Children and Families, the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots and the Children’s National Medical Center.
Mom and Daughters Launch Sonoran Rose in Potomac
Boutique shop opened last month.
Potomac is welcoming Sonoran Rose — a new women’s boutique loaded with clothing, jewelry, accessories, home décor and gift items — to the retail space previously occupied by Flora’s Nest.
So Many Gifts, And So Close in Potomac
Exploring what’s available in the shops at Potomac Woods Plaza and Park Potomac.
Not to bring on a Potomac panic, but soon all holiday shopping must be finished.
Congratulations Hoover Middle School artists
Hoover Middle School artists who entered this year’s national PTA Reflections art contest were congratulated at a school award ceremony Dec. 16.
An International Life
Hrand (Randy) Kurkjian, a consultant to developing nations for more than 30 years, including two years as Peace Corps country director in Yemen, spoke on "My Contributions to My Adopted Country" at a Potomac Community Village event at the Potomac Library on Dec. 6.
MLK Tribute Embraces Community Involvement in Arlington
Audition attracts potential participants.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Tribute is an extension of Arlington’s celebration of diversity.
Honoring America’s Veterans in Arlington
Wreaths Across America marks 25 years.
Wreaths Across America marks 25 years.