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Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center honored

Published May 31, 2023 at 11:02PM

Press release: “Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center has been named one of the nation’s “Best Nursing Homes 2022-23” by U.S. News & World Report. The 120-bed skilled nursing facility, formerly Envoy of Woodbridge, provides post-hospital care, short-term rehab and long-term residential care.”

“This honor is a testament to the excellent work being done by Belmont Bay’s care team members and the facility’s ongoing effort to provide high-quality clinical services in a modern environment,” said Megan Shilling, regional director of market development for Marquis Health Consulting Services, which supports Belmont Bay.”

Jackson Hollow Road Weekend Closure in Haymarket June 2-4

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:55PM

VDOT Northern Virginia: “Jackson Hollow Road (Route 680) between Waterfall Road (Route 601) and Simon Kenton Road (Route 1055) in Haymarket will be closed to through traffic, weather permitting, from 8 p.m. Friday, June 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 4 to replace a pipe culvert, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.”

“Those needing to reach properties along Jackson Hollow Road will have access; however, traffic will not be able to go beyond the point of pipe culvert replacement (between Babbling Brook Court and Simon Kenton Road) in either direction.”

Shots fired at Dale City house; Man, 64, charged

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:47PM

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“While investigating the incident, officers made contact with the neighbor, identified as the accused, and determined he fired multiple rounds from an air rifle which struck the neighboring residence. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.”

“Following the investigation, the accused, identified as James Raymond BROOKS Jr., was arrested. Arrested on May 30: [No Photo Available]. Raymond BROOKS Jr., 64, of 4403 Kentmore Dr. in Woodbridge Charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unsecured Bond”

Arrest after shots fired at Babylon Café

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 9:07PM

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Prince William police: “Shooting into an Occupied Building *ARREST – On May 30, detectives concluded the investigation into the shooting that was reported to have occurred at the Babylon Café located at 3081 Golansky Blvd. in Woodbridge (22192) on March 24. While investigating the incident, detectives identified the shooter as the accused, Landry Joseph JOHNSON. Following the investigation, detectives obtained arrest warrants for the accused who was arrested in the Woodbridge area by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force on May 30.”

“On March 24 at 12:22AM, officers responded to the Babylon Café located at 3081 Golansky Blvd. in Woodbridge (22192) to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed an altercation occurred inside the business before the involved parties exited to the parking lot. A short time later, while in the parking lot, one of the patrons involved in the earlier altercation, retrieved a firearm and fired multiple rounds, before fleeing in a white SUV. While checking the area, officers determined one of the rounds entered the front window of the business before lodging in one of the walls of the bar area. No injuries were reported.”

Prince William police promote 23 at Grace Life Community Church in Bristow

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 8:43PM

Prince William police: “On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, Police Chief Peter Newsham recognized several department members during a promotion ceremony. Since the last promotion ceremony, 23 sworn and professional staff members listed below have been promoted and were given the opportunity to be recognized by department leadership, their peers, and loved ones at today’s ceremony. The ceremony was held at Grace Life Community Church in Bristow. The Police Department takes great pride in supporting our members who have progressed in their careers and congratulates them on their achievements.”

See the complete list of promotions.

Returning band promises a good vibe at ‘Fridays at 5’ concert on June 2

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 8:39PM

Prince William County Government press release: “THE TRIBE BAND, billed on the band’s website as an “Old School/New School Party Band,” will bring an eclectic show to the Sean T. Connaughton Plaza at the McCoart Government Center on June 2 for the Fridays at 5 Concert series. The concert starts at 5 p.m.”

“Believe it or not, we started off as a gospel group. We kind of started adding Motown and R&B, soul, funk, some smooth jazz and GoGo to the repertoire,” said Larry Simpson, percussionist and founder of the band that includes drum, a saxophone, keyboards, bass and lead guitars, along with vocals. “We try to give them a little bit of everything.”

304 to retire from Prince William schools

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 12:22PM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:26PM

Gar-Field High School in Woodbridge, Va.

Prince William County Public Schools will hold a retirement ceremony for teachers.

“PWCS will recognize the many years of dedicated service by our retiring educators and staff,” states a press release.

Giant Food combating theft, shelving fewer high-value items

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 11:09AM

Fox News: “Giant Food, which operates 165 supermarkets in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Delaware, has taken measures to combat theft and keep stores safe, according to a report in the Washington Post. The steps include limiting store entrances, hiring security guards, restricting the number of items at self-checkout stands, putting fewer high-value items on shelves and securing razor blades in containers that make noise if opened.”

“Company President Ira Kress said he’s seen theft rise at least “tenfold in the last five years” and violence increase “exponentially.”

Old Occoquan items to be auctioned Saturday, June 3

By Potomac Local News

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:00AM

Occoquan Mayor Earnie Porta: “On Saturday, June 3, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., there will be a live auction during Occoquan’s RiverFest and Craft Show. The owner of the Mill at Occoquan project has agreed to allow us to auction off a variety of old Occoquan items that remain on the property, with all the proceeds going to the 501(c)(3) Occoquan Historical Society.”

“To access the auction, patrons will need to travel on the sidewalk behind the vendor tents just to the west of Ellicott Street on the river side of Mill Street (modest signage will be near the entrance) and enter through the property’s gate.”

Opinion: Knarr posting ads with photos himself in military uniform is disgraceful and immoral campaigning

By Letters to the Editor

Published May 31, 2023 at 9:00AM | Updated May 31, 2023 at 9:18AM

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I served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps for 22 years, retiring in 1997 as a Lieutenant Colonel and making Prince William County my home. I am offended by the blatant appeal of Kenneth Knarr through photos of himself in uniform in campaign advertisements.

If that wasn’t bad enough, he’s using these tactics on many of his materials without the required disclaimer by the Department of Defense. This is both disgraceful and immoral campaigning.