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Stafford Fire and Rescue Helping S.E.R.V.E.

Published December 5, 2011 at 11:44AM | Updated December 10, 2013 at 7:29PM

S.E.R.V.E is a nonprofit organization that provides free assistance to individuals and families by providing clothing, food, school supplies, and other items to improve their lives. The members of the Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department are accepting donations that will ensure S.E.R.V.E can continue providing for those in need. The donated items range from clothing, books, paper, pens, backpacks, and non-perishable food.

Donation boxes are located at the Aquia Harbour Fire and Rescue, Station 1001 Washington Drive; Garrisonville Fire Station, 53 Shelton Shop Road; Berea Fire and Rescue Station, 20 Sebring Drive; and Fire and Rescue Headquarters at 1225 Courthouse Road. Please help us make a difference in someone’s life simply by donating the items that we do not use or would like to provide for others in need.

Occoquan Blessed for Holidays

By Potomac Local News

Published December 5, 2011 at 9:00AM | Updated March 23, 2012 at 12:09PM

(Photo: Stephanie Tipple/PotomacLocal.com)

By Stephanie Tipple

Occoquan, Va. — Residents gathered Sunday night at the Ebenezer Baptist Church on the corner of Washington and Commerce streets in Occoquan to attend the annual Town Blessing. This blessing, held by the church’s Reverend Lundy, was a chance for residents to come together to ring in some Christmas cheer and give thanks.

P-Nats Plan Holiday Food Drive

By Potomac Local News

Published December 2, 2011 at 12:30PM

The minor league baseball team has partnered with ACTS in Dumfries to collect canned goods and toys for residents in ACTS temporary shelter in Dumfries. Those who bring five or more items will receive a discount in the team store also located at the stadium.

Children who come will have a chance to get a photo with Santa Slam, who serves as the team’s mascot during the regular season and normally goes by Uncle Slam.

Christmas Tree to be Lit with FDNY

By Potomac Local News

Published December 2, 2011 at 11:11AM

(Submitted)

Manassas, Va. — The Christmas tree in Old Town Manassas will once again be lit up for the holiday season with the help of New York City firefighters.

The tree lighting will take place tonight at 6:30 outside the Manassas Museum, but the festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with holiday music and the arrival of Santa Claus, according to city officials.

Occoquan’s Untrim-a-Tree Helps Needy

By Potomac Local News

Published December 1, 2011 at 10:30AM

Sophia, 4, and Lillian, 2, took a minute from shopping in Occoquan to let Santa know what they would like for Christmas. (Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

By Stephanie Tipple
For PotomacLocal.com

Occoquan, Va. — Now that the holiday season is in full swing for many, this time of year can be a major hardship for many families. With the economy still on rocky soil, many families cannot afford to purchase the basic amenities and all of the gifts for their children and family members , but Occoquan residents and merchants are working together to bring the holiday cheer to these disadvantaged families.

What Prince William wants from Richmond

By Potomac Local News

Published December 1, 2011 at 9:00AM

The Seal of Prince William County, Va.

Prince William County, Va. — While the holidays are on the minds of many area residents, it won’t be long until state legislators head back to Richmond to convene the 2012 General Assembly on Jan. 12. The annual meeting of the Virginia House of Delegates and Senate, the primary lawmaking bodies in the state, each year introduce new legislation that, if ultimately passed, is signed into law by the governor.

Prince William County officials have made it clear what legislative priorities they support for the upcoming session:

Molotov Cocktails Tossed at Home

By Potomac Local News

Published December 1, 2011 at 7:00AM

Police were called to the 2000 block of Mayflower Drive, off Clipper Drive and Old Bridge Road, about 1:40 a.m. Wednesday. The residents there told police they heard glass breaking in the front of their town home and then saw a small fire after they went to investigate, said Prince William fire and rescue spokesman Joseph Robertson.

The residents extinguished the fire and called 911.

2 Rob Corner Store in Daylight

By Potomac Local News

Published November 30, 2011 at 11:21PM

Police said these two men walked inside the Handy Dandy Market in Woodbridge and robbed it Wednesday morning. (Prince William police).

Woodbridge, Va. — Two men walked into a Woodbridge convenience store and robbed the place in broad daylight.

It happened at 7:02 a.m. at the Handy Dandy Market on at the corner of Horner and Occoquan roads in Woodbridge.

Reconstruction Vote Delayed

By Potomac Local News

Published November 30, 2011 at 5:20PM

Flood waters inundated Holly Acres Mobile Home Park on Sept. 8, 2011, displacing at least 100 residents. (Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

Woodbridge, Va. — Some residents in Woodbridge’s flood-ravaged Holly Acres Mobile Home Park want to rebuild. The Prince William County Board of Supervisors, despite a recommendation from zoning officials, says no.

But will they go to court over the issue? A vote to do so was delayed Tuesday and the Washington Post has more on why officials decided to not to vote.

Winter Model Train Show Coming

By Potomac Local News

Published November 30, 2011 at 11:53AM

(File photo: National Capital Trackers)

Manassas, Va. — Back by popular demand, the National Capital Trackers will be exhibiting their festive, magical and truly awe-inspiring Christmas landscape at the Annual Winter Wonderland Train Show in Manassas.

The Winter Wonderland Model Train Show is Dec. 13-16 from 5 to 8 pm and Dec. 17 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, one block from the Train Depot. Santa is expected to be “in the house” on Dec. 16 and Dec. 17.