Burke, VA|News|
Lake Braddock Secondary School Makes AP Honor Roll In 2023
Lake Braddock Secondary School and West Springfield High School were recognized by the College Board for excellence in AP programs.
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McLean, VA|News|
Langley, McLean High Schools Make Highest Level On 2023 AP Honor Roll
The College Board recognized McLean High School and Langley High School on its 2023 AP School Honor Roll with a Platinum distinction.
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Arlington|News|
Arlington Public Library's Holiday Gift Nook Event Accepting Donations
Arlington Public Library is seeking donations for its second annual Holiday Gift Nook event. The deadline for donations is Oct. 31.
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Arlington|News|
Ann Kennedy's Work As A Mentor Has 'Changed Hundreds Of Young Lives'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize outstanding citizens and celebrate their contributions. Arlington, meet Ann Kennedy!
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Rite Aid To Close Underperforming Stores: What It Means In MD
Rite Aid's bankruptcy filing could affect as many as 38 stores in Maryland, although the chain did not say which locations will be closed.
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Arlington|News|
Book Vending Machine | Harry Potter | Old McDonald's: NoVA Good News
Good news in NoVA includes a book vending machine for kids, an old McDonald's changes into a chicken place, and a Harry Potter-themed house.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Old Bay Weed Parody | Playboy Cuts Ties | Campus Shootings: MD News
Driver In Deadly Crash Was 14 | Tween Shot On Trampoline | Campus Shootings | Playboy Cuts Ties With Mia Khalifa | Dead Man Found Near Game
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Burke, VA|News|
2023 Best Of Braddock Awards Nomination Deadline Approaching
Residents of Fairfax County's Braddock District are invited to nominate someone who made a difference in 2023 for a Best of Braddock award.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Where To See Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Movie Near Bethesda
Fans in Montgomery County can dress up for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour movie premiere Friday, but there are rules. Find showtimes.
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McLean, VA|News|
Where To See Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Movie In McLean
Fans in NoVA can dress up for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour movie premiere Friday, but there are rules. Find theaters and showtimes.
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Arlington|News|
Where To See Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Movie In Arlington
Fans in NoVA can dress up for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour movie premiere Friday, but there are rules. Find theaters and showtimes.
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Arlington|News|
W-L High School Student Honored For Work As Co-Leader Of Gen Z Group
A Washington-Liberty High School student was honored for his work as co-president of a Virginia group that promotes Gen Z civic engagement.
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Lorton, VA|News|
Series Of 7-Eleven Robberies Linked To 21-Year-Old Lorton Man: Police
Police arrested a 21-year-old Lorton man in connection with a series of robberies at a local 7-Eleven, Fairfax County police said.
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Tysons Corner, VA|News|
Carjacking Suspects Throw Liquid On Victim, Steal SUV In Tysons: Cops
Fairfax County police charged a 14-year-old male from Maryland in connection with a carjacking at Tysons Corner Center Thursday evening.
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Arlington|News|
Rain, Storms For VA In Weekend Forecast: See Latest Details
Forecasters say conditions will move from sunny and dry on Friday to stormy and rainy, in time for a wet weekend in Northern Virginia.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Rain, Storms For MD In Weekend Forecast: See Latest Details
Forecasters say conditions will move from sunny and dry on Friday to stormy and rainy, in time for a wet weekend in Maryland.
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Arlington|News|
Amazing Deals At Friends of Arlington Public Library's Fall Book Sale
Thousands of books, games and puzzles will be for sale at this fall's Friends of Arlington Public Library book sale at Central Library.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
165 Artists To Show Works At Arts Festival In Downtown Bethesda
The 25th Annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival will take place this weekend, with 165 artists from across the U.S. showing their works.
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Arlington|News|
Dunkin' To Host Pep Rally In Arlington For Capitals' Season Opener
Dunkin’ is celebrating the Washington Capitals’ home opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins with a pep rally in Arlington on Friday.
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Arlington|News|
2023 Candidate Profile: Alfonso Lopez Running For House District 3
In the Nov. 7 election, Del. Alfonso Lopez is running for re-election in the 3rd District seat in the Virginia House of Delegates.
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