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Town of Dumfries Independence Day Fireworks Show
The Town of Dumfries is excited to announce its annual Independence Day fireworks show, which will take place on Saturday, July 6 from 8 to 10 p.m. at Garrison Park, 17749 Main Street, Dumfries. This year’s celebration promises to be a memorable evening for families and friends to gather and celebrate our nation’s independence.
Police: Woman arrested for damaging cars, assaulting officers in Manassas
MANASSAS, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) said a woman was arrested for allegedly throwing things at cars in Manassas late Wednesday night. On July 3 at around 11:41 p.m., officers went to Pointer Lane near Portsmouth Road to investigate. There, police saw a woman holding a section of […]
Second Annual Capital Youth Conference
One local church is giving teenagers a safe space to be on Friday nights. With rising crime rates among the youth in Prince William County, the Young Life ministry at Move Church sees an opportunity to connect with local teens. On any Friday night, over 50 high school aged teens gather for a time of fellowship, worship, and to hear a relatable message. This August, the ministry is expanding their Friday night service to a two-day conference.
Virginia traffic fatalities increase 24% over past decade and it's costing the Commonwealth billions
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A new report from the National Transportation Research Nonprofit, or TRIP, shows that not only has traffic fatalities increased a startling amount in the past decade, but it has also cost the Commonwealth thousands of lives and billions of dollars. "Any life lost on the...
Del Taco opens first restaurant in Virginia, US
US-based Mexican quick service restaurant chain Del Taco has debuted its Virginia restaurant at Chesapeake. Located at 1507 Sam’s Circle, the new store is part of a multi-unit deal aimed at broadening Del Taco’s presence on the US East Coast. The Chesapeake restaurant offers the brand’s signature menu...
State Fire Marshal’s Office Reminds Virginians to Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
RICHMOND – The Virginia Department of Fire Programs – State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Virginians ahead of the Fourth of July holiday to leave fireworks to the professionals. In 2023, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were eight fatalities and an estimated 9,700 injuries involving fireworks. Of the eight reported fatalities, one was in Virginia. “Misuse of […] The post State Fire Marshal’s Office Reminds Virginians to Leave Fireworks to the Professionals appeared first on The Virginian Review.
U.S. agency ranks Virginia hospitals
Once a year, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services or CMS posts hospital ratings on its website. Only 13% of them qualify for five stars based on a number of factors. “Mortality, safety, re-admissions, patient experience, and then timely or effective care – things like access and cost."
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