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Federal Jury Convicts Woodbridge Man on Income Tax Charges

Published November 14, 2025 at 6:57PM

“Omini Tete Riman, 60, earned income as an information technology specialist and landlord,” U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced. “Riman filed false Internal Revenue Service Forms 1040 for tax years 2013 and 2014, resulting in tax refunds of $213,577 for 2013 and $186,468 for 2014, to which he was not entitled.”

“Riman took numerous steps to frustrate the IRS’s collection efforts,” the office said, including transferring property to a trust, directing income to accounts in the trust’s name, telling a tenant to ignore IRS notices and calling them a “scam,” and submitting false documents claiming an IRS officer had received more than $600,000 from him.

Prince William Board to Vote on New Stray Cat Policy

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published November 14, 2025 at 2:00PM | Updated November 14, 2025 at 2:25PM

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Occoquan Updates: Council News, Business Changes, and Holiday Events

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2025 at 1:30PM

Overlooking Occoquan [Photo: Occoquan Town Instagram page]

Mayor Ernie Porta’s latest Occoquan Radio Podcast recapped the November 5 Town Council meeting and shared updates on local businesses and upcoming holiday events. Here’s what residents should know:

For more on town events, visit VisitOccoquanVA.com/events.

Haymarket Appoints Caposella to Town Council, Awards Employee Pay Study Contract, Ignores Records Order

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2025 at 1:00PM | Updated November 14, 2025 at 2:25PM

The Haymarket Town Council voted Wednesday night, November 12, 2025, to appoint David Caposella to fill a vacant seat on the council.

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Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco Regional Park

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2025 at 8:49AM | Updated November 14, 2025 at 9:31AM

“Experience the magic at Neabsco Regional Park and Boardwalk,” according to an event posted to the Potomac Local News events calendar. “The magic returns! Join us for the annual Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco Regional Park and Boardwalk.” “Be sure to check out all the details including dates/times and important parking info: pwcparks.info/holidaylights”

The free Holiday Walk of Lights is scheduled for December 4, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Neabsco Regional Park and Boardwalk, 15125 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, Virginia 22191. Attendees can walk a nearly mile-long trail of hand-crafted light displays, enjoy appearances by holiday characters, listen to carolers, and shop from seasonal vendors on select evenings. More information, including parking details and text alerts by sending the word “lights” to (703) 382-6716, is available online at pwcparks.info/holidaylights.

Gas Leak Forces Evacuation of 65 Townhomes in Lake Ridge

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2025 at 7:07AM

Prince William County's Fire & Rescue System Engine 23. [Courtesy of PWCFRS]

A damaged gas line led to the evacuation of 82 residents from their Lake Ridge homes on Wednesday night. Crews responded just before 9:40 p.m. to the intersection of Oakwood Drive and Catania Place after a 3-inch natural gas pipe was struck during excavation work.

Due to the leak, residents from approximately 65 townhomes were taken to Woodbridge High School for temporary shelter. Most were able to return home or find other accommodations by midnight after Washington Gas secured the leak. However, 32 residents, including two children, required overnight shelter from the Red Cross due to continued loss of heat in their homes.

Occoquan River Dam Siren Test Scheduled for November 18

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 13, 2025 at 10:07PM

Occoquan riverwalk. [Photo: Occoquan Town Government Facebook page]

“Who’s impacted? The impact zone includes areas in Prince William County & Fairfax County located immediately adjacent to the Occoquan River from the Town of Occoquan to Belmont Bay,” the organization added.

The test is part of Fairfax Water’s safety measures for residents, visitors, and businesses along the Occoquan River shoreline. The impact area includes the Town of Occoquan, nearby marinas, Occoquan Regional Park, and river-adjacent homes and businesses.

Vice Chair Andrea Bailey to Host Potomac District Community Town Hall on November 17

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 13, 2025 at 11:00AM

Bailey [Photo: Prince William County Government]

The meeting comes as the Potomac District continues to be at the center of countywide debates, including the proposed data center development behind the Four Seasons retirement community in Dumfries. That project has drawn a federal lawsuit and intense community opposition. Potomac Local News reported that Board Chair Deshundra Jefferson called the lawsuit “an act of intimidation,” underscoring growing tensions around growth and land use decisions in the district.

Those seeking assistance may contact the Potomac District Office at 703-792-4645 or [email protected].

Chinn Park Library to Close November 26 for Major Renovation, Reopening Summer 2026

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 13, 2025 at 8:00AM

“We’re committed to providing access to our libraries, even while enhancing our spaces,” Prince William Public Libraries stated. “The short-term solution of having a smaller library space available during the renovation ensures the public can still browse for new books, research job opportunities on our computers, and enjoy our inviting spaces.”

The Chinn Park Library will close beginning Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. for a large-scale renovation expected to last until summer 2026. The project, a collaboration between Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) and the Prince William County Department of Economic Development and Tourism (PWCDEDT), will introduce expanded spaces designed to support small businesses, entrepreneurs, and the general public. When complete, the library will include a new small business resource center, additional study rooms, and PWPL’s third makerspace.

Woman Shot in Woodbridge Tops Prince William Police Blotter, Plus Burglaries, Car Theft, and an Officer Assault

By Press Release

Published November 12, 2025 at 4:16PM

A 28-year-old woman was reportedly shot in Woodbridge on Sunday night while with a male acquaintance near Potomac Mills Circle. Both later went to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, but police say their accounts of the incident were inconsistent and no evidence of a shooting was found at the scene. Investigators do not believe the incident was random.

In Manassas, a 22-year-old man from no fixed address was arrested after stealing a running vehicle, crashing it, and then fleeing on foot. He allegedly bit an officer during a struggle before being detained. Suspected narcotics were found in the vehicle.