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

Fireball Reported Over DC Area

A brilliant flash of light that experts believe is a "fireball," or a very bright meteor, was reported over the D.C. area Monday evening.

Big New Problem Discovered On The Silver Line: Report

Phase 2 of the Silver Line has just run into another major problem that could further delay a project that is already 13 months behind, according to a report.

HOV Crackdown On I-66 Inside Beltway: Police

Virginia State Police conducted a focused High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) enforcement on Interstate 66 inside the Beltway recently during morning and afternoon rush hour periods, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Mike Isabella's Restaurant Group Files For Bankruptcy: Report

The end has come for Mike Isabella's restaurant empire, which has been struggling for the better part of a year after a sexual harassment lawsuit rocked the company. Now, his restaurant group has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, according to a Washingtonian report.

Other headlines:

Here’s The Favorite Christmas Movie NoVA, DC Obsess Over
Modern Beer Hall Opens Dec. 13 In Georgetown
Employee Busted For Home Depot Thefts In Chantilly: LCSO
Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $200K For Culpeper Woman
Police Warn Of FOP Charity Scam In Prince William County
Taco Bell Cantina Sets Opening Date In Alexandria
DC, NoVA Weekend Events: Christmas Fireworks, Train Rides
Firefighter Injured In Heavy Kingstowne Area Fire
Caretaker Loses Mentally Disabled Adult In Triangle: Police
PG County Parents Faked DC Residency For Top Schools: Lawsuit
Man Exposes Himself Outside Hotel In Woodbridge: Police
See How Much Virginia Households Make In A Year
Metro Extends, Shaves 5 Minutes Off Its ‘Rush Hour Promise’

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