Passing of Honored Park Volunteer Noted
Commander Richard E. Sargent USN (Retired), formerly of Springfield, died in hospice care in Madison Wisconsin on Nov. 28, 2020.
Former CEO of Technology Company Pleads Guilty to Investment Fraud Scheme
The former chief executive officer and co-founder of Trustify, Inc., a privately-held technology company founded in 2015 and based in Arlington, pleaded guilty last week to his involvement in a fraud scheme resulting in millions of dollars of losses to investors.
Opera NOVA Is Back on a High Note
Opera NOVA is back in operation after a nine-month hiatus due to the pandemic.
Arrest in 1991 Cold Case Rape Series
The Arlington County Police Department’s Cold Case Unit is announced the arrest of a suspect in a cold case rape series.
Vietnam Veterans Share Holiday Cheer in Northern Virginia
Vietnam Veterans of America Inc. Chapter 227 of Northern Virginia fulfilled their founding principle, “Never Again Will One Generation of Veterans Abandon Another,” by providing Holiday Cheer to military veterans, active duty personnel, and homeless families in several ways.
Golden Radish Awarded for Urban Gleaning in Arlington
Each year, Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture gives out the Golden Radish Award to a person, group or business that has made a significant contribution to advancing urban agriculture issues, policies, programs and enterprises in Arlington.
Arlington Police Investigate Discharge of a Firearm during Armed Robbery
The Arlington County Police Department’s Homicide/Robbery Unit is investigating an Armed Robbery and Attempted Malicious Wounding in the Fairlington neighborhood that took place on the evening of Dec. 5, 2020.
Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection Warns of Charity Scammers
The holiday season sees an increase in charitable donation drives.
Tradition and Jack Daniels Bless New Engine in Cabin John Park
CJPVFD dedicates new engine in honor of longtime chief, Jim Seavey Sr.
Saturday’s dedication of the new fire engine #710 at Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department was a combination of different and traditional.
Where to Give Locally in the Potomac Area
Local nonprofits need your help to help others for the holidays during the pandemic.
We list many kinds of nonprofits in and around Potomac: food banks, animal adoption, arts, environment, housing; find what appeals to you, and pitch in.
Sidewalk and Bike Trail Project Connects to Lee District Park
Spot improvement projects along Telegraph Road improve traffic flow.
Road project in Lee District
First Female NFL Coach Got Her Start with the MV Majors
Mount Vernon native Callie Brownson is now a Cleveland Browns Coach
Female NFL Coach
Santa on the Fire Truck, Headed Your Way in Potomac
Santa rides the streets again this year.
Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Santa Run is underway.
Absurd Leverage
Lawmakers to reconsider mandatory minimum for assaulting law enforcement
Earlier this year, lawmakers rejected a bill that would have ditched the mandatory minimum sentence for assaulting a law-enforcement officer. Now the General Assembly is about to consider the issue again.
Opinion: Commentary: Prepping for the 2021 Session of the General Assembly
The 2021 General Assembly session is a month away and my staff and I are busy in preparation.
ArPets: Why Cats Could Be Good for Your Bones
Jennifer Zhuge's parents wouldn't allow pets when she was growing up.
Rocky Run Middle School Collects Presents for ONC
Each year, the nonprofit Our Neighbor's Child (ONC) collects new, unwrapped toys to deliver to hundreds of families in need in Centreville and Chantilly.
Connecting People on Opposite Sides of Route 28
New Braddock/Walney Roads overpass links Chantilly and Centreville
It’s been a long time coming – but once again, drivers traveling from the Walney Road/Cabell’s Mill Drive intersection in Chantilly will be able to cross Route 28 to reach Braddock Road in Centreville.
Poplar Tree Road Bridge Now Open
The Poplar Tree Road extension and bridge over Route 28 in Chantilly has just opened, connecting Walney and Stringfellow roads on the east side of Route 28 with Stonecroft Boulevard and Westfields Boulevard on the west side.
What Does It Cost to Buy a Dog?
Virginia observes Puppy Mill Awareness Month
Second article in series.