Leesburg, VA|News|
Loudoun County Reports Lowest Crime Rate In D.C. Area
The serious crime rate dropped 34 percent in Loudoun between 2012 and 2019, according to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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A South Carolina native, Nikki is a journalist who covers the Southeast for Patch.com. A news junkie with a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina, she strives to provide readers with as much relevant, local content as possible. Have a news tip? Send them to nikki.gaskins@patch.com.
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Across Virginia, VA|News|
How To Watch Washington Football Team's Home Opener: NFL Week 1
The Washington Football Team will begin its season on Sunday at home. Here's how to watch the game.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Spotsylvania Crime Blotter: Shoplifting, DUI, Drugs And More
The blotter includes arrests that occurred between Sept. 1 through Sept. 9.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Stafford Deputy Reunites Lost, Elderly Driver With Family
Deputies said the elderly driver could not recall where she was coming from or where she was going.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Christmas Parade Changing But Not Canceled
The coronavirus pandemic hasn't stopped the annual holiday parade, which is scheduled for Dec. 5, from moving forward.
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Leesburg, VA|News|
2021 National Merit Semifinalists Named From Leesburg Schools
Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2021.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
2021 National Merit Semifinalist Named From Fredericksburg School
Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2021.
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Fairfax City, VA|News|
2021 National Merit Semifinalists Named From Fairfax Area Schools
Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2021.
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Ashburn, VA|News|
2021 National Merit Semifinalists Named From Ashburn Area Schools
Semifinalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships announced in 2021.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Massage Boutique Plans To Open First VA Location In Ashburn
The NOW Massage recently announced plans for its first Virginia location in Ashburn. It plans to open this fall for business.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Virginia Coronavirus Update: 882 New Cases, 11 New Deaths
Northern Virginia saw 166 new cases of the coronavirus, 36 more than the previous day.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Wrong Way Driver: Manassas Woman Charged With DUI
Sonya Baccus, 38, has been charged with DUI, failing to drive on the right side of the highway, no seat belt and open alcoholic container.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Missing Teen's Body Found In Rappahannock River, Deputies Confirm
Search crews located the body of Hasnain Ghafoor of Manassas near the Chatham Bridge Wednesday morning, deputies said.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Fredericksburg
ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Fredericksburg from voting.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Pet Of The Week: Miss Piglet Is A Bucket Of Love
Miss Piglet, a friendly and calm 7-year-old at the Fredericksburg SPCA, is ready to spend the rest of her life with a loving family.
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Lorton, VA|News|
Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Fairfax County
ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Fairfax County from voting.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Prince William Co.
ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Prince William County from voting.
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Leesburg, VA|News|
Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Loudoun County
ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Loudoun County from voting.
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Fairfax City, VA|News|
Man Wanted For Sexual Assault Arrested In GA: Fairfax City Police
According to police, Michael Johnson, 47, had been wanted for an aggravated sexual assault that occurred Aug. 29.
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Manassas, VA|News|
1 Person Killed, 1 Person Injured In Gainesville Collision
The deadly accident happened on Labor Day. A second person sustained life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalized, police said.
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