Arlington|News|
2023 Arlington County Sheriff Election Results: Jose Quiroz Wins
Jose R. Quiroz Jr., who was the only candidate on the ballot, won election on Tuesday as sheriff of Arlington County.
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Arlington|News|
Cunningham, Coffey Win: Arlington County Board Election Results
Susan Cunningham and Maureen Coffey, Democratic candidates for Arlington County Board, won election on Tuesday to two seats on the board.
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Arlington|News|
Former FBI Contractor Pleads Guilty To Child Pornography Charges: Feds
A former FBI contractor from Arlington used a video game platform to solicit sexual abuse materials from pre-teens, prosecutors said.
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Arlington|News|
NoVA's Largest Outdoor Ice Skating Rink Now Open For Winter Season
The 7,200-square-foot ice rink at Westpost in Arlington, the largest outdoor rink in Northern Virginia, is now open for the winter season.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Veterans Day Discount Offered At Caddies In Bethesda
For Veterans Day weekend, Caddies on Cordell is offering 15 percent off food items for veterans and active military personnel.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Home For The Holidays Celebration Hosted By Westfield Montgomery Mall
Westfield Montgomery Mall is hosting a Home for the Holidays Tree Lighting event in support of Children’s National Hospital on Nov. 18.
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Burke, VA|News|
Student 'Humanitarian Walkout' For Palestine Planned In Fairfax County
Students at Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax County are planning a “humanitarian walkout” on Thursday in solidarity with Palestinians.
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Potomac, MD|News|
Surveillance Photos Of Potomac Bank Robbery Suspect Released By Police
Montgomery County police on Monday released surveillance photos of a man suspected of robbing a Wells Fargo bank in Potomac last Tuesday.
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Kensington, MD|News|
Cappies Review: Premiere Of 'Lavender' At Albert Einstein High School
A review of Albert Einstein High School's world premiere performance of "Lavender," a play written by recent AEHS graduate Langston Muller.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Artisan And Craft Gift Fair Hosted By Woman's Club Of Chevy Chase
The Woman's Club of Chevy Chase is holding an Artisan Craft and Gift Fair on Sunday, Nov. 12, an event that will feature 45 local artists.
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McLean, VA|News|
2023 Fairfax County Election: NoVA Senate Races To Watch
The general election for Senate seats representing Fairfax County and other races will be held in Fairfax County on Tuesday.
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McLean, VA|News|
2023 Fairfax County Election: 2 Candidates Running Clerk Of Court
The general election for Fairfax County Clerk of Court and other races will be held in Fairfax County on Tuesday. Here's what to know.
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McLean, VA|News|
2023 Fairfax County Election: 3 Candidates Running For Sheriff
The election for Fairfax County Sheriff and other races will be held in Fairfax County on Tuesday. Here's what to know before you vote.
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Arlington|News|
Abortion Top Issue In Senate, House Races: Arlington Elections 2023
Voters in Arlington are going to the polls on Tuesday to vote in state Senate and House of Delegate elections, along with local races.
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Arlington|News|
Arlington County Commonwealth's Attorney: Incumbent Runs Unopposed
The general election for Arlington County Commonwealth's Attorney and other races will be held in Arlington on Tuesday. Here's what to know.
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Arlington|News|
Arlington County Sheriff: Democratic Candidate Runs Unopposed
The general election for Arlington County sheriff and other races will be held in Arlington on Tuesday. Here's what to know.
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Arlington|News|
Missing Middle Not A Top Voter Issue: Arlington County Board Election
Voter turnout on Election Day in Arlington has been steady. Missing Middle was not a top issue for many voters with whom Patch interviewed.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
13 MD Hospitals Earn 'A' Grades, 18 Get 'C' In Latest Leapfrog Ratings
A new report from Leapfrog Group shows Maryland hospitals have reduced infections after a spike in infections during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Arlington|News|
31st Gun Caught By TSA In 2023 Sets Record At Reagan National Airport
Charles Curtis Miller, 42, of Berryville was caught by TSA officials trying to bring a loaded 9mm gun onto his flight at Reagan National.
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McLean, VA|News|
US Park Police Officer 'Unintentionally' Kills Fellow Officer: Police
An off-duty U.S. Park Police officer unintentionally shot and killed another off-duty officer early Sunday morning in McLean, police said.
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