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Law enforcement students encouraged to apply for VSI scholarship

By Uriah Kiser
Hill

Prince William County Sheriff Glendell Hill is pleased to announce online applications are now being accepted for the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) Scholarship Program for the 2021-2022 school year.

The scholarships were established to provide an opportunity for young people across Virginia to receive financial assistance in their pursuit of an education in law enforcement or criminal justice. This program is limited to students attending Virginia colleges and universities majoring in the criminal justice field. (Those majoring in law or pursuing a career as a lawyer are not eligible).

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Bullets fly into home: Prince William police blotter

By Press Release

Shooting into a Residential Dwelling – On February 4 at 12:38PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 2900 block of Stockholm Way in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a destruction of property. The homeowner reported to police that a bullet entered the home sometime between December 1, 2020 and February 3, 2021. The investigation revealed the round entered the home through a side wall of the attic area. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.

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Montclair woman splits duties as a mother, teacher, airman

By Mike Salmon
Amanda Smialek with a care package from the students a John D. Jenkins Elementary School in Woodbridge.

When the commotion at the U.S. Capitol started on January 6, Tech. Sgt. Amanda Smialek was ordered to report for duty.

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“Sweetest Deals” program offers discounts to Prince William businesses

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The Prince William County Office of Tourism–Visit Prince William–launched a romance-themed promotion through its ‘Passport to Prince William’ digital passport today.

“Since its December 2020 launch, the ‘Passport to Prince William’ has far surpassed our expectations,” stated Ann Marie Maher, Director of Tourism for Prince William County. “The ‘Sweetest Deals’ campaign builds upon the Passport’s success by providing over 25 romance-themed offers perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond.  It’s our way of connecting shoppers in the region to County businesses while we continue to mask-up and spread-out this winter,” she added.

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5,800 more teachers set to receive coronavirus vaccines

By Uriah Kiser
A Prince William County Public Schools teacher receives a coronavirus vaccination at Unity Reed High School outside Manassas. [Uriah Kiser/PLN]

The push continues to return children to classrooms in Prince William County.

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House kills Prince William Delegate’s bill requiring hazard pay for essential workers

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Lawmakers unanimously shot down legislation this week that would have required employers to provide hazard pay to essential employees and provide protective equipment in the event of a stay-at-home order.

Del. Hala S. Ayala, D-Woodbridge, said she introduced House Bill 2015 to help protect and further compensate employees required to work during a shelter-in-place or stay-at-home order.

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Dar Al-Noor mosque expansion approved

By Uriah Kiser

One of the largest mosques in the region will be getting bigger.

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Newsham takes the reins at the Prince William County Police Department

By Uriah Kiser
Newsham

Prince William County’s new police chief, Peter Newsham, was sworn into office in a small, unpublicized ceremony on Monday, February 1.

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Polar Plunge to be celebrated virtually Feb. 1 through 6

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Polar Plunge at Tims Rivershore near Dumfries in 2012.

The Prince William County Police Department wants the public to know there is still time to help meet our goal in support Virginia Special Olympics by signing up with Team PWCPD for the 2021 Polar Plunge.

This year’s event, which culminates on Saturday, will look a little different due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but participants can still have a fantastic time supporting a great cause. Plunge Week is Feb. 1-6, 2021, with a virtual celebration on Feb. 6, 2021.

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