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19 hrs ago | Alexandria Gazette-Packet

1,000 Winter Coats For Children in Need

Paul Darby and his wife Cheryl have learned by action how to clothe children for the winter.

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Fri Nov 20, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Officer Kills Larceny Suspect

Fatal shot happened near Richmond Highway and Fort Hunt Road. By Michael Lee Pope Thursday, November 19, 2009 A Mount Vernon police officer fatally shot and killed a Fredericksburg man during a traffic stop last weekend, and police officials have now launched an investigation into how a dispatch call for larceny led to the shooting.

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Tue Nov 17, 2009

Fairfax Times

Three Fairfax County officers placed on administrative leave after shooting

Fairfax County police shot and killed a Fredericksburg man Friday. Officers responded to a report of a larceny in progress at a business on 8800 block of Route 1 shortly after 1 p.m., police said.

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Sun Nov 15, 2009

The Free Lance-Star

Fredericksburg man dies in Fairfax police shooting

David Alan Masters, 52, of Fredericksburg was shot and killed by police in Fairfax County on Friday after failing to follow orders to stop his car.

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Sat Nov 14, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

True Blue

Standing out in an overwhelmingly red election year. By Michael Lee Pope Thursday, November 12, 2009 Defying a Republican sweep of statewide offices on Election Day, Arlington County retained its status as a Democratic stronghold last week.

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Thu Nov 12, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Dreading School Cuts

South County Federation discusses possible school budget cuts for fiscal year 2011.

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Tue Nov 10, 2009

Washington Times

Republican candidate for Governor, Bob McDonnell, greets democrat poll watchers Dolores Myers, left,

Republican candidate for Governor, Bob McDonnell, greets democrat poll watchers Dolores Myers, left, and Sandy Dunn, right, after stopping in to thank poll workers at Riverside Elementary School in Mt.

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Sun Nov 08, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Surgeon Operates on Indigents in Latin America

Jerry Engh had an idea. Five days a week, four weeks a month, 12 months a year the renown hip- and knee-replacement surgeon a ' and ita TMs safe to say he is renown, his clients come to him for his expertise in the field from all corners of the map a ' wanted to help others who couldna TMt help themselves.

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Fri Nov 06, 2009

WHSV-TV Harrisonburg

VA Sites to Offer Free Admission to Veterans on Veterans Day

Colonial Williamsburg, Mount Vernon and Montpelier are among a group of Virginia destinations offering free admission to former and active-duty service members to honor them on Veterans Day.

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Thu Nov 05, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Another Black Eye

George Mason student is latest Kindergartner to be dropped off of school bus inappropriately.

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Tue Nov 03, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Rethinking Route One

Forces have aligned to prompt drastic change along the corridor. By Michael Lee Pope Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is set to consider a number of proposals that could drastically reshape the Route One corridor, finally realizing plans that have been in the works for years.

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Sun Nov 01, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Artists and Craftsmen

St. James Episcopal Church on Old Mill Road in Mount Vernon held its 2nd annual arts & craft fair on Saturday, Oct.

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Fri Oct 30, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Fairfax County School Bond 2009

In addition to choosing elected officials, voters will be asked to sign off on new debt in the amount of $232,580,000 for Fairfax County Public Schoolsa construction projects Nov 3. Residents are able to check a oeyesa or a oenoa on the election ballot regarding whether the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors should borrow money and issue capital ...

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Wed Oct 28, 2009

WUSA9

Woodbridge Teen Charged In Fairfax Sex Assault

A 17-year-old Woodbridge boy has been charged with a sexual assault and an attempted robbery in the Mount Vernon area of Fairfax county, and police are now investigating the teen's possible involvement in other crimes as well.

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Examiner.com

Discount for Twins at Little Local Celebrity in Mount Vernon, VA

Do you know any celebrities? Look at around your home, its your kids! Like true celebrities, they require the best to enhance learning and development.

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Tue Oct 27, 2009

WUSA9.com Washington, DC

Two Virginia Bank Robberies, One Suspect, Police Say

Have you seen Quenten Sims? If so, the Arlington County police would like to hear from you.

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Sun Oct 25, 2009

Fairfax Times

Alexandria's Woodlawn offers ghost tours

George Washington presented 2000 acres of his Mt. Vernon estate to his nephew Major Lawrence Lewis in 1799.

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Fri Oct 23, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Targeting Tree Scams

Adam Wingo says fear of scam artistry among unscrupulous tree cutters in Mount Vernon has created an atmosphere of distrust that has harmed his business.

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Wed Oct 21, 2009

Fairfax Times

Three throw their hats in ring for 44th District delegate seat

Del. Kris Amundson surprised many people in late June when she announced that she would not seek re-election to her 44th District House of Delegates seat in order to focus on her business, leaving the Alexandria-area seat open for the first time since 2000.

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Mon Oct 19, 2009

Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Bulletin Board

Emotions Anonymous is a 12-Step fellowship for people whose emotions are causing difficulties in their lives.

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