Potomac Local News

Detective Hit By Car Prior to Drug Arrest

Published June 24, 2013 at 3:41PM

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DALE CITY, Va. — A police detective was hit by a car after witnessing a drug deal in Dale City, police said.

It happened at a 7-Eleven store at 7001 Dale Boulevard,near Hoadly Road, on Friday. Detectives from Prince William police’s Street Crimes Unit witnesses a drug transaction in the parking lot pf o o f the store between the driver of a car and another person. When the detective approached the car, the driver put the car into reverse and backed it up, then stopped, said Prince William police spokesman Jonathan Perok.

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Reader Response: What if the FBI Comes?

By Potomac Local News

Published June 24, 2013 at 12:55PM

Both Stafford and Prince William counties have made their pitches to become the next home for the FBI’s national headquarters.

In a recent letter from Prince William County Board of Supervisors Corey Stewart, the developing Potomac Shores neighborhood — with a planned Virginia Railway Express station — was dubbed a good location for the federal agency.

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Trade Center Steel Returns to Woodbridge for Preservation

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 24, 2013 at 11:11AM | Updated June 24, 2013 at 12:00PM

Public works crews oversee the transfer of steel beams that once were apart of the World Trade Center from a flatbed truck to a flat surface at the Prince William County Government Center. [Uriah Kiser / Potomac Local News]

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Steel beams from the ill-fated World Trade Center made the return trip to the Prince William County Government Center on Monday.

Two years after a special ceremony was held at the government enter in Woodbridge heralding the arrival of the beams, the steel was placed on the Sean T. Connaughton Plaza where they will be preserved with an epoxy sealant for use in a permanent memorial on the nearby grounds.

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Cyd Rowley Open Studio Weekend

July 18, 2026 11:00 am -5:00 pm

Cyd Rowley Studio

10449 Metropolitan Ave

Kensington, Maryland 20895

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Join me during this National Craft Open Studios weekend, a celebration of Amrican craft organized by the American Craft Council (ACC). Come visit my studio July 18-19th, 11am-5pm at 10449 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD. Please drop in, see how my work is created, tour my studio and try your hand at hammering some metal.

Pets

Biscuit

By Potomac Local News

Published June 24, 2013 at 10:07AM

Biscuit

Biscuit : 5 yr. old UTD neutered male Border Collie. Biscuit is a happy guy with a huge personality and he LOVES kids!

For more information on this animal, visit staffordspca.org/contact-us.html

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Snowball

By Potomac Local News

Published June 24, 2013 at 10:05AM

Snowball

Snowball: A spectacular and social female with a beautiful all white coat and bright yellow eyes. She is a mature 7 year old kitty who loves to “talk” and be with her own special person.

For more information on this animal, visit staffordspca.org/contact-us.html

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Skye

By Potomac Local News

Published June 24, 2013 at 10:03AM

Skye

Skye is a playful little boy—full of energy and curiosity. He has a great purr and love to cuddle. Bring this affectionate little bundle home today!

For more information on this animal, visit staffordspca.org/contact-us.html

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Jessie

By Potomac Local News

Published June 24, 2013 at 10:01AM

Jessie

Jessie: Jessie is a beautiful, Shepherd Malinois mix . She is a gentle, playful and friendly, 9 month old puppy who would be a wonderful addition to any family. She is UTD on shots.

For more information on this animal, visit staffordspca.org/contact-us.html

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Son’s Procrastinated Physical Reversed with the Help of College Phone App

By Potomac Local News

Published June 24, 2013 at 9:45AM | Updated October 6, 2017 at 12:07AM

Mom on the Run

“Slacker.” Pete’s deep voice rumbles from his cube. I’m on the phone, but I hear him, and I smile. Pete is absolutely right.

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Alborn: Option to Expand Chinn Center Remains, Why the Discussion about a Swimming Pool in a High School?

By Potomac Local News

Published June 23, 2013 at 8:00AM | Updated January 18, 2017 at 8:22PM

Alborn

Explain this to me. As a Prince William County taxpayer, I just don’t get it.

In 2006, Prince William County Government requested that its residents support a significant bond issue to fund road improvements, park improvements, and new libraries. A well executed public relations program was conducted by the county to educate the public, and ask for their support on a referendum.