Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Use Federal Rescue Funds to Pay Childcare Workers Fairly
Alexandria is a city of families.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Plant Clinic Needed in Climate Crisis in Alexandria
When I completed my Master Gardener training in 1981, several of my classmates and I wanted to set up a plant clinic at the Alexandria Farmers' Market.
Bon Voyage: Lloyd Retires After 20 Years With Visit Alexandria
For decades, Lorraine Lloyd has been a fixture in the City of Alexandria.
Lee-Fendall House Wall Collapses
Historic property seeks to raise funds to rebuild.
“We are a small nonprofit. Insurance is not going to cover this, so we are counting on the goodwill of the community to help us.”
A Fond Farewell in Alexandria
Officers, officials bid adieu to Chief Brown
Alexandria Police Chief Michael Brown was fêted as he made his final appearance at police headquarters June 25 to begin his retirement after 46 years in law enforcement.
Animal Shelter Volunteers: They Do It All in Alexandria
‘Laundry List’ does include laundry — and hugging bunnies.
How does the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) manage to show dozens of dogs and cats to potential adopters, create special treats for the animals, answer the phone, keep up with mountains of laundry and so many other tasks every week?
On the Road Again in Alexandria
Safety protocols in place as trolley service resumes
After a more than a year-long pause in operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Alexandria’s King Street Trolley resumed service July 5.
Irvin Receives Vision Award
LeadingAge Virginia recently handed out awards at its 2021 annual conference.
Fairfax City Turns Red, White and Blue
Area residents celebrate the city’s 55th annual Independence Day Parade.
Fairfax City once again turned red, white and blue for its 55th annual Independence Day Parade; the Parade was cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Taekwondo Instructor Arrested for Sexually Assaulting a Juvenile
Detectives from Major Crimes Bureau Child Abuse Squad have arrested a 22-year-old man for a sexual assault that occurred in 2019 at Kong’s Taekwondo Learning Center, 7744 Gunston Plaza, in Lorton.
Centreville Student Receives National KidWind Award
Cardinal Ridge Elementary School fourth grader Pranamya Jindal won at the KidWind Challenge.
Cardinal Ridge Elementary School student Pranamya Jindal won first place in the elementary-school division under the team name Nature Wings.
Ballston Farmers Market Offers CBD Products
Ryan Clark stands at the Cannabreeze CBD stand at Ballston Farmers Market on July 1.
July 3 Swim Meet, Donaldson Run Thunderbolts vs. Overlee
After a great meet, Overlee bested Donaldson Run 236-184, taking 7 of the 12 relays.
Parade on Albemarle Street in Arlington is All About Kids...
...and the memories of a small town Fourth of July
It was 9 a.m. on North Albemarle Street in Arlington, and the engines were revving.
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
Preview: Encore Theatre Innovates Drive Through Theatre in Arlington
Voyager’s Compass returns for two performances on Saturday, July 10 at St. Thomas More Cathedral School parking lot and Sunday, July 11 at Lubber Run Amphitheater.
Tradition Marches On as Generations Gather for Neighborhood Parade in Arlington
Enthusiasm runs high at the annual Lyon Village neighborhood 4th of July parade on Monday, July 5 despite last year’s hiatus due to COVID.
Little Free Pantry in Alexandria
There's a new pantry in town: The Charles Houston Recreation Center at 901 Wythe Street is now host to a Little Free Pantry, Alexandria's first on city property, spearheaded by Hope Nelson, who is also food writer for Alexandria Gazette Packet.
Tornado Hits Down in Arlington
The National Weather Service confirmed that an EF level 1 tornado touched down in Arlington near the intersection of Lee Highway and Glebe Road at about 9:00 p.m. July 1.
Herndon Celebrates Independence Day
Patriotism and independence shine bright on dual fronts.
The Town of Herndon celebrated the 4th of July after canceling last year’s event due to the pandemic.