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Police arrest third person in Tysons Chanel theft case; woman accused of stealing over $100K in items
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — On Monday, police in Fairfax County announced the third arrest related to a high-end retail store theft that happened in June. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said that the U.S. Marshals arrested 27-year-old Martina Lyons in Pennsylvania on Sept. 26. Lyons was charged for her involvement in […]
Cats and dogs from flood-ravaged North Carolina find hope in Fairfax
FAIRFAX, Va. — Homeward Trails Animal Rescue (HT) in Fairfax Station will open its doors Tuesday to some very special guests—up to 50 cats, dogs, puppies and kittens, all rescued from the flood-devastated counties of Yancey and Mitchell in North Carolina. These animals, many of whom were stranded in shelters without running water, electricity, or basic resources, are being brought to safety thanks to the efforts of HT and its partners, including the Bissell Pet Foundation.
Fairfax County leadership’s legacy is likely to be one of nepotism and waste
Last week, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors sent a letter to Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) begging the state for more money, particularly for K-12 public education. If he does consider this request, Youngkin should introduce a condition requiring an external audit of the county’s “critical services.” Alternatively, Fairfax County’s supervisors, could, if they actually […]
Department of Natural Resources warns snakeheads may be breeding more than once
ANNAPOLIS — The invasive northern snakehead — recently given the name Chesapeake Channa — may be breeding twice each season, according to biologists with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. This non-native fish species is on DNR’s most wanted list, urging anglers to catch as many as possible and to destroy them — if not eaten — rather than returning them to Maryland waters. Joseph Love, a Maryland DNR biologist,...
Nacha’s Payments Innovation Alliance Launches New Spotlight! Payments Video Challenge
RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 1, 2024-- Nacha’s Payments Innovation Alliance, a membership program bringing together diverse global stakeholders seeking to transform the payments industry, is accepting submissions for its new Spotlight! Payments Video Challenge. Adults can win up to $6,500 for making a video that is 60 seconds or less that fits within this year’s theme, Stand Against Scammers. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241001039694/en/ Federal Trade Commission data show that consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 2023, a 14% increase over reported losses in 2022. The Spotlight! Payments Video Challenge encourages the public to showcase their creativity and use their video skills to inform others about avoiding financial scams.
Kick off October with ‘Parkoberfest’ in Chantilly
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Kick off the start of October in Chantilly at Parktoberfest on Saturday! The event will be held on Oct. 5 at noon at the Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Location’s Visitor Center and Amphitheater in Chantilly. There will be live music, food and beverages from local vendors, a display […]
Noah’s Law complete: New DUI safety measure takes effect in Maryland on Tuesday
MARYLAND, USA — Starting this Tuesday, Maryland’s roads will be a little safer, thanks to the tireless efforts of one family turning tragedy into action. On Oct. 1, a new provision of “Noah’s Law” will take effect, closing what advocates have long considered a dangerous loophole in Maryland’s DUI legislation. For Richard Leotta, the father of fallen Montgomery County Police Officer Noah Leotta, this day marks a bittersweet victory in a years-long fight to honor his son’s legacy and protect others from the devastating impact of drunk driving.
Major Crash Leads To I-66 Exit, Lane Closures In Prince William County (DEVELOPING)
A major crash in Prince William County shut down a stretch of a busy highway in Gainesville on Tuesday afternoon ahead of the afternoon commute.First responders from the police department were called to investigate a crash on University Boulevard near Lee Highway at around 2 p.m., resulting in mult…
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