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Neighborhood news: Christmas bazaars can be found throughout area
You don't have to look far to find a Christmas bazaar. There are several bazaars in the community this weekend.
Anderson gains 72 votes after election canvass
Republican Rich Anderson's victory in the House of Delegates' 51st District was underscored Wednesday after the Prince William County Electoral Board scrutinized Tuesday night's results.
Lake Ridge/Occoquan community events
Today, 7 p.m., Needles and Hooks crafts at the Chinn Park Regional Library. Adults are invited to come and have fun sharing the craft and meeting others who also enjoy needle work.
Webb stumps in Woodbridge for fellow Dems
If any tourists came to Woodbridge's famed Dixie Bones at lunchtime Friday, they got an unexpected side of politics with their barbecue.
Altering Price Tags, occurred on October 20, 2009, around 5:46 p.m. in the 14000 Foulger Square in Woodbridge.
Neighborhood news: Fall Festival comes to Tall Oaks on Saturday
Tall Oaks Community Center in Lake Ridge will be a busy place this weekend, as the "Fall Festival" is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Seven children honored for 9-1-1 calls
Seven boys and girls were honored recently by the Prince William County Office of Public Safety Communications during a Make the Right Call presentation.
Church prepares for annual a Christmas Bazaara
Bethel UMC's annual "Christmas Bazaar" will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7. There will be food and events.
Merchants hosting trick-or-treaters
The merchants of Potomac Festival and Festival at Old Bridge shopping centers will host free trick-or-treating on Saturday, rain or shine.
A recent report revealed Virginia has spent less of its federal stimulus money than any other state, allegedly hampering efforts to jumpstart the local economy.
Neighborhood news: Attend fashion show fundraiser
The Woodbridge Woman's Club will sponsor its 45th annual fashion show, "We've Come a Long Way," and luncheon at Westminster at Lake Ridge on Nov.
Kids honored for knowing when to dial 911
When Larry Hawkins of Dale City became unconscious and began to possibly have a seizure in April, his 12-year-old grandson, Troy Gilbert, knew what to do.
Neighborhood news: Help Friends of the Occoquan clean it up
Volunteers can help with the Occoquan River clean-up project, scheduled for Saturday.
Mudslinging starts in 51st District race
House of Delegates candidate Rich Anderson sent out a mailer Friday about Del. Paul F. Nichols being arrested in North Carolina in 2006, but the incumbent noted that the campaign material leaves out the fact that the charges were dismissed.
Lane Ranger: School bus blocks view of traffic
There is a Prince William County school bus that sits in the right turn lane on Ridgefield at Delaney roads in Dale City, waiting to continue their morning pickup around 6:25 a.m. I'm not sure if he just gets there too early or it's between routes.
Lake Ridge/Occoquan community events
Friday, 6 to 7 p.m.: Family Zumba for ages 3 at older will be at the Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center.
Grand Larceny, occurred on October 4, 2009, around 2:45 p.m. at a grocery store located in the 14800 block of Dining way in Woodbridge.
Man accused of touching Lake Ridge girl
A Dale City man was charged with sexual battery on Thursday after police said he inappropriately touched a member of the family.
Metroa s the word in 51st debate
It's easy to sum up Thursday night's 51st District House of Delegates debate in a word.
Shooting into an Occupied Vehicle 3x, occurred on September 21, 2009, around 6:15 p.m. in the area of Manchester Way and Knightsbridge Drive in Lake Ridge.