Arlington|News|
Teens Face 'Malicious Wounding By Mob' Charges In Arlington: Police
A boy was assaulted by a group of seven other juveniles near Washington-Liberty High School Tuesday afternoon, police said.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Bill Would Stiffen Penalties For Drivers Who Hit Cyclists
A new bill in honor of Bethesda resident Sarah Langenkamp would stiffen the penalties for motorists who strike bicyclists in bike lanes.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Local Historical Society Purchases 'The Church That Named Bethesda'
The Bethesda Historical Society has purchased the historic Bethesda Meeting House, which is described as "the Church That Named Bethesda."
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Arlington|News|
What's Open, Closed On MLK Jr. Day 2024 In Arlington
Along with holiday closures, Arlington will commemorate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. with a special tribute event on Sunday, Jan. 14.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
What's Open, Closed On MLK Jr. Day 2024 In Bethesda
See how the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday will affect public parking, garbage pickup and more in Bethesda and across Montgomery County.
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Potomac, MD|News|
Former MD Social Media Influencer Sentenced In COVID Loan Fraud Scheme
A former social media influencer from Potomac was sentenced to prison for his role in a COVID-19 loan fraud scheme, prosecutors said.
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McLean, VA|News|
Undercooked Foods, Wiping Cloths: Restaurants In McLean Inspections
The Fairfax County Health Department recorded violations at restaurants in McLean during inspections between Nov. 6 and Dec. 21.
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Arlington|News|
Shoplifting Suspect Flees On Train Tracks At Pentagon City Metro: Cops
A D.C. man accused of shoplifting fled onto the train tracks at the Pentagon City Metro station Monday as police tried to detain him.
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Burke, VA|News|
New Fairfax Co. DMV Customer Service Center Sets Opening Date
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ new Braddock Road Customer Service Center is scheduled to open on Jan. 22.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
New Giant Grocery Store In Bethesda Prepares To Open: Report
Giant Food’s new grocery store in the Westbard Square development in Bethesda will open on Jan. 26, according to a report.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Groundbreaking Held For Envoi Apartment Complex In North Bethesda
Real estate developer LCOR celebrated the groundbreaking of Envoi, a 354-unit, high-rise apartment complex in North Bethesda.
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Arlington|News|
No Proof Of Shots Fired After Loud Noises Heard In Arlington: Police
Arlington police said there was no proof of shots fired after repeated loud noises were heard Monday evening near Route 50 in Rosslyn.
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Arlington|News|
NoVA Storm Forecast: Flood And High Wind Warnings, School Closures
Heavy rain is forecast across Virginia Tuesday afternoon, with areas of flooding possible and wind gusts of up to 60 mph, forecasters said.
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Arlington|News|
Boy Robbed By Same Suspects 2 Days In A Row In Arlington: Police
A boy was robbed by the same suspects on consecutive days last week in the Courthouse and Rosslyn areas of Arlington, according to police.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
5 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Bethesda
We don’t yet know what teams will make it to the big game on Feb. 11, but it’s not too early to scout the best places to watch in Bethesda.
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Arlington|News|
10 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Arlington
We don’t yet know what teams will make it to the big game on Feb. 11, but it’s not too early to scout the best places to watch in Arlington.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Weather: Heavy Rains, 55 MPH Winds In Tuesday's Forecast
A strong storm will blow into Maryland on Tuesday and dump more than 3 inches of rain. Damaging 55 mph wind gusts are also in the forecast.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Fashion Brand Mango To Open Store At Westfield Montgomery Mall
Mango, a Mediterranean-inspired fashion brand, is opening a store in Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, according to a report.
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Burke, VA|News|
Woman In Coma After Hit-And-Run; Fairfax Co. Police Search For Driver
A woman who was seriously injured by a hit-and-run driver in West Springfield on Dec. 27 remains hospitalized, according to a report.
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Arlington|News|
'Pride' Marches | 'The Voice' Champ | 'It's Academic': NoVA Good News
Good news in NoVA includes a local winner of NBC's "The Voice," a holiday pet photo gallery, and high school students on "It's Academic."
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