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Make a Patriotic Memory in Prince William & Manassas this July (Promoted)

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We all know the feeling of pride everyone gets on the 4th, but this July we challenge you to celebrate America all month long with these patriotic attractions and events in Prince William and Manassas.

Don’t miss out on one of the largest displays of fireworks in Northern Virginia held annually in Historic Downtown Manassas. Celebrate America’s birthday with food, music and all out fun starting at 4pm. Let the kids enjoy the red, white and blue hayride or see who will be crowned the 2014 watermelon eating champion.

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Loud Noises Can Scare Dogs; Pay Attention to Your Pet on 4th of July

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STAFFORD, Va. — With all of the fun to be had on Independence Day, dogs and pets with anxiety often get overlooked.

The sound of exploding fireworks can make some animals nervous, and that may cause some – especially dogs – to run away from home to escape the noise. That’s why stray dogs are a common problem this time of year.

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Transportation Funding Uncertian with Colgan’s Departure

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Sen. Charles Colgan (D-29th, Manassas, Prince William)

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — The balance of power and influence in Richmond’s General Assembly could shift away from Prince William County.

President pro-tempore of the Virginia Senate Charles Colgan, D-Va. 29, Manassas, Prince William, will told the Gainesville Times he’ll retire at the end of next year, what will be his 40th year in the senate. The 87-year-old said he won’t run for office again.

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68 Nabbed in Drug Bust; Homes in Prince William, Stafford, Manassas Searched

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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — Police spent last week rounding up suspects in a wide-reaching narcotics ring in Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

A total of 68 people were arrested and charged in connection with drug offenses during an operation Prince William police dubbed “dragon slayer.” Targeting the distribution of prescription medication and heroin use, detectives executed 13 search warrants and conducted searches at six additional locations.

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‘The House,’ Community Colleges, Youth for Tomorrow Awarded Grants from Potomac Health Foundation

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WOODBRIDGE, Va. — The Potomac Health Foundation announced $2.7 million in funding for area organizations that provide access to better healthcare.

The grants were awarded to 26 organizations in what was dubbed a competitive application process that spanned December 2013 through June of this year.

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