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Local leaders are taking a stand against a plan to hand over to Metro money for allocated for traffic and transit projects in the region to ease congestion and add capacity. 

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Chairman Marty Nohe on Tuesday said Gov. Terry McAuliffe’s budget would see some $50 million in new taxes to be raised, funds that would be given to NVTA — the Northern Virginia taxing authority that identifies which traffic and transit projects are in need of funding and then awards the funds. 


Event

Join the New Dominion Choraliers put on a concert to honor the 250th Anniversary of the USA! The music in this choral concert captures the heart and soul of the American spirit through patriotic tunes and songs from the heartland. Joining the chorus are dancers from Dance Etc. School of the Arts and accompaniment from the talented members of Legacy Brass.

This family friendly and FREE event is perfect for young and old. Kids, parents, and grandparents will be familiar with many of the songs in this inspirational program. There are two opportunities to attend: Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 pm or Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m.


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From Prince William police: 

Assault & Battery on Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) – On January 7 at 10:39PM, officers responded to the Sheetz located at 11774 Sudley Manor Dr in Manassas (20109) to investigate a disorderly person. Several callers reported to police that an unknown man was inside the store assaulting citizens and ransacking the business. When officers arrived and made contact with the suspect inside of the store, they determined that the man was under the influence of a narcotic. When officers attempted to detain the accused, he resisted and a struggle ensued. Officers deployed a TASER and the accused was eventually subdued and detained with the assistance of multiple officers. The accused was transported to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries then taken to the Adult Detention Center. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Stewart Lewis SKINNER, was charged.


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RICHMOND – A month after the fury over what many drivers considered excessive tolls on Interstate 66, Secretary of Transportation Aubrey Layne defended the tolls, saying they are necessary for increasing the flow of traffic on the highway in Northern Virginia.

The tolls, which vary based on demand and amount of traffic, have reached as high as $44 for a 10-mile drive since they were implemented on Dec. 4.


Breaking News

Starting Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018, we will introduce our premium content tier. I hope you will choose to become a member!

Here, our best and most informative work to cover our community — from local government to new and fun things to do with your friends and family — will be featured in our premium content tier.


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Manassas police on Monday night swore in seven new police officers.

The new officers come as the city’s police department in recent months has been short on manpower, forcing existing officers and staff to put in extra hours to meet demand.


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“No one likes to be given bad news, and a diagnosis of dementia is devastating. How wonderful it would be though if the bad news and negative language stopped at that point.”

So begins a short article by Wendy Mitchell, who is living with dementia.  Wendy says the manner in which care providers communicate can have a profound effect on a patient’s ability to cope with a chronic medical condition.


Press Release

Regional foundation repair and waterproofing experts provide free inspections to homes with flooded basements and wet crawl spaces caused by massive January storm.

JES Foundation Repair is busy inspecting and repairing homes throughout Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C. and northeast North Carolina after Winter Strom Grayson hit the East Coast. While melting snow, pounding rain and high winds can result in wet basements and damp crawl spaces, JES has solutions that will keep homes dry for any future storms.