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Seven displaced after early morning house fire

Published November 15, 2025 at 8:54AM

Photo: Prince William fire and rescue

A major house fire broke out early Saturday morning in Lake Ridge, displacing seven people but causing no injuries.

Fire crews were called to the 19200 block of Luca Station Way, near Old Bridge Elementary School, at 2:44 a.m. and found heavy flames emanating from the garage, which were spreading into the home. All residents had safely evacuated before firefighters arrived. A second alarm was briefly issued due to the fire’s intensity and reports that someone might still be inside, but those units were quickly returned to service.

Teen charged in Woodbridge armed robbery

By Press Release

Published November 15, 2025 at 8:16AM

A 15-year-old male from Manassas Park is charged in connection with an armed robbery that took place on July 22 in Woodbridge. The incident involved a food delivery driver who was threatened and robbed by two suspects. During the robbery, one suspect brandished a firearm while the other took the food. The suspects fled the scene, and the victim reported the incident to the police. No injuries were reported.

In a separate incident, a strong-arm robbery occurred at a Sunoco gas station in Woodbridge on November 12. Two teenage males engaged in a struggle with an employee over vape products before fleeing with multiple items. The suspects were described as white and Hispanic males with thin builds. No injuries were reported.

Federal Jury Convicts Woodbridge Man on Income Tax Charges

By Uriah Kiser

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].