Missing Police Dog, Beaver Bites Man, Fall Foliage Dates: News Nearby

Patch has 32 sites in communities in Va. and D.C. Here are some of the top posts from the past 24 hours.

• Missing Police Dog: Explosives Detection Dog Lost in Nokesville
• Beaver Bites Man in Tussle Near Pond in Fairfax County: Police
• Customer Punches Grocery Store Manager in Fairfax: Police

Fall Foliage in DC: When Will Leaves Peak in 2016?

Summer isn't quite done with us yet, but you can just start to feel the slightest hint of that crisp chill that heralds the arrival of fall. That means fall festivals, pumpkin-flavored everything and, of course, beautiful fall foliage. But just when can we expect peak fall colors in the Washington, D.C. area?

Fall color peaks at different times in each region in the United States, with mountainous areas peaking earlier than valleys since they are typically cooler. Because D.C. is both not a mountainous area and pretty close to the coast, that means our fall peaks fairly late. >>> Read more.

AmazonFresh Delivering Groceries in Northern Virginia

Tired of dodging traffic and fighting for parking when you head out to shop for groceries? There are other options. One of them: Amazon has announced its AmazonFresh service is now available in Northern Virginia. Prime customers in eligible ZIP codes can use Amazon Fresh for a monthly fee of $14.99 as an add-on to their Prime membership. Delivery is free on orders over $40. >>> Read more.

• 100 Campers to Get Year of Free Meals at Chick-fil-A South Riding Grand Opening
• Brutal Attack of McLean Couple: Fired Attorney Pleads Guilty for Her Role: Report
• Lyft Chooses Arlington for New Mid-Atlantic Headquarters
• Alexandria Woman, 79, Dies in Crash on Interstate 81: Police

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• Deputies Save Woman After Suspected Heroin Overdose: LCSO
• Reminder: New Red-Light Camera Goes 'Live' Friday in Alexandria
• Man Smashes Kohl's Front Door, Steals Jewelry in Woodbridge: Police
• Watch: Visit Alexandria Launches New Ad Campaign

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