Arlington|News|
Police To Conduct Back-To-School Driver Safety Program In Arlington
Arlington County police will conduct a high-visibility transportation safety campaign in and around school zones starting Monday, Aug. 28.
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Arlington|News|
Charlottesville Learns About Arlington's Use Of Ranked Choice Voting
The Charlottesville City Council heard about the positives and negatives of Arlington's experience with ranked choice voting on Monday.
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Centreville, VA|News|
1 Person Injured In I-66 Shooting Near Centreville: Police
Virginia State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on I-66 in Fairfax County Tuesday afternoon that injured one person.
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Annandale, VA|News|
2 People Found Dead Inside Annandale Apartment: Police
A man and woman were found dead inside an apartment in Annandale on Tuesday, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.
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Arlington|News|
Thousands Lose Power In Crystal City, Pentagon City Areas Of Arlington
Thousands of customers lost power in Crystal City, Pentagon City and surrounding neighborhoods in Arlington late Tuesday morning.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Police Searching For Scooter Rider Suspected In Series Of Gropings
Police continue to investigate groping incidents in Bethesda, releasing photos of the type of sweatshirt and shoes worn by the suspect.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
MD Officials To Hold River Road Corridor Public Meeting In September
The Maryland State Highway Administration is hosting a virtual meeting on its corridor safety study of River Road in the Bethesda area.
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McLean, VA|News|
New App Created By ArtsFairfax Lets Residents Upload Public Art Images
A new app created by ArtsFairfax lets residents explore public art across Fairfax County and help identify public art in the county.
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Arlington|News|
Arlington Claims No. 1 Spot For Outdoor Enthusiasts In New Ranking
With its large number of outdoor recreation areas, Arlington claimed first place in a new ranking of smaller cities for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
165 Artists To Display Works At 25th Annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival
The 25th Annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival will be held in October, when downtown Bethesda will get transformed into a massive art gallery.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Wegmans Double-Charging Affects Credit Card Customers In MD
A glitch in Wegmans' system on Aug. 16 affected both in-store shopping in Maryland and online orders, the company said.
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Lorton, VA|News|
Fairfax County's 1st Electric Trash Trucks Part Of Carbon-Neutral Goal
Fairfax County is holding an unveiling on Friday of its first electric garbage truck that will pick up trash on routes across the county.
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Burke, VA|News|
Free Family-Friendly Celebration Day Coming To Lake Accotink Park
The public is invited to Lake Accotink Park on Aug. 26 to enjoy free amusements, boat rentals, nature hikes, workshops and fishing.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Public Funding For American Legion Bridge Project Sought By Maryland
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore plans to seek federal funding for a project to relieve congestion on the American Legion Bridge, I-495 and I-270.
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Arlington|News|
Family Of DC Officer Who Died After Capitol Attack To Receive Benefits
The family of an officer who lived in Northern Virginia and died by suicide after defending the U.S. Capitol will be eligible for benefits.
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Arlington|News|
Missing Middle Townhouses Approved On Lot Uphill Of Flood-Prone Area
Arlington approved its first Missing Middle permits, including an application to build three townhouses uphill from a flood-prone area.
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Arlington|News|
Thousands Enjoy 5 Days Of Food, Rides, Games At Arlington County Fair
Thousands enjoyed the Arlington County Fair's rides, games, vendors and musical performances at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center.
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Arlington|News|
Crumbl Cookies, IKEA Opening | Best Taste | Chipotlane: NoVA Good News
Good news in NoVA this week includes new Crumbl Cookies and IKEA open, free school supplies from Amazon, and Buy Buy Baby's possible return.
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Morin DNA Clue | $700K Jewel Heist | Teacher Missing Week 3: MD News
Teacher Missing 3 Weeks | Morin Homicide Suspect | Escaped Prisoner | Firefighter Video | Trampoline Park Shooting | Mass Shooting Arrest
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Suspects Burglarize Boutique Pet Care Business In Bethesda: Police
Montgomery County police are looking for two suspects in their 20s in connection with a burglary at the Bone Jour business in Bethesda.
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