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VDOT replacing stormwater pipes in Nokesville

Published October 22, 2018 at 3:27PM

NOKESVILLE – (Press Release) Hazelwood Drive between Carriage Ford Road and Fleetwood Drive will be closed to through traffic (weather permitting) from 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 29 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 to replace several stormwater pipes, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Residents and businesses within the closure area, emergency vehicles and school buses will have access to the closed portion of Hazelwood Drive; however, they will not be able to go beyond the points of pipe replacement in either direction (see the attached map for the locations of the four pipes and the days crews are scheduled to work on them).

Monica Backmon leads the way for transportation improvement in Northern Virginia

By Amy Taylor

Published October 21, 2018 at 1:23PM | Updated December 3, 2018 at 8:41PM

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Despite growing demands for transportation improvements and shrinking revenue streams, Monica Backmon aims to improve transportation for residents of Northern Virginia.

A juggling act — managing a regional board and dealing with revenue losses

Potomac Local Football Friday: Oct. 19, 2018 recap

By Potomac Local News

Published October 20, 2018 at 9:14AM

Hylton pounds out steady beat in win over Battlefield

A sigh of relief undoubtedly filled the air in Hylton’s locker room after Friday’s 16-13 win against Battlefield in a Virginia high school football matchup at C.D. Hylton High School in Woodbridge.

Here’s your first look at OmniRide’s new paint scheme

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 20, 2018 at 7:46AM | Updated December 12, 2018 at 10:09AM

WOODBRIDGE — Ten brand new buses are parked in Woodbridge waiting for their new colors.

The new commuter coaches built by Motor Coach Industries today are a bright white, but soon they will don the new colors of a rebranded OmniRide.

Prince William seeks grants for $2.8 million in pedestrian improvements

By Amy Taylor

Published October 19, 2018 at 8:29PM | Updated December 3, 2018 at 8:41PM

WOODBRIDGE– Prince William County is trying to become a safer, more accessible place for all its residents by adding sidewalks and bicycle trails.

On Tuesday, “The Prince William Board of County Supervisors voted to authorize the submission of the grant applications for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program,” Paolo Belita, regional transportation planner for Prince William County, states in an email.

Fall fun in full swing at Manassas Park Community Center

By Sponsored Post

Published October 19, 2018 at 4:56PM | Updated December 20, 2018 at 9:41AM

At the Community Center, one of our goals is to create and host a variety of events for families to come together as a community. This fall season, we have prepared a number of fun events for everyone!

To get into the spirit of Halloween, we’ve created a pumpkin patch in our pool! Our Floating Gourd Night takes place on October 19. Children will jump into the pool, find a pumpkin they like, and decorate it. Pack a swimsuit! This event is a perfect way to get children, and maybe even yourself, into the Halloween spirit!

Woodbridge sexual assault investigation leads to arrest, multiple charges

By Potomac Local News

Published October 19, 2018 at 4:27PM

WOODBRIDGE – (Press Release) On October 17, detectives with the Special Victims Unit, in conjunction with detectives from the Intel Unit, Robbery Unit, and Special Investigations Bureau, charged a man, identified as Damion Jalil PETERSON, in connection to the sexual assault that occurred in the 12200 block of Stevenson Ct in Woodbridge on July 25. […]

Free training on management of universal wastes and hazardous waste disposal

By Potomac Local News

Published October 19, 2018 at 5:00AM | Updated October 19, 2018 at 7:15AM

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY – (Press Release) Free training on the management of universal wastes and hazardous waste disposal will be held on Monday, October29 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Fairfax County I-66 Transfer Station/Recycling Center. Northern Virginia facility managers, property managers and apartment managers that deal with disposal of fluorescent light bulbs, batteries, thermostats, or electronics should attend this training sponsored by AERC.

A complimentary lunch and snacks are included. Space is limited. Register online at www.knowtoxics.com.

Prince William leaders approve major solar energy facility

By Olivia Aveni Briscoe

Published October 18, 2018 at 9:15PM | Updated December 3, 2018 at 8:47PM

WOODBRIDGE — Prince William County supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved a special use permit for Virginia Solar- a developer based in Henrico County – to begin construction of a solar farm in Nokesville.

Nokesville Solar will be located on 331 acres at what was previously known as Dixon Farm on 13204 Warrenton Road.

Threats made toward police and vehicle

By Potomac Local News

Published October 18, 2018 at 4:55PM

WOODBRIDGE – (Press Release) On October 17 at 3:45PM, officers responded to investigate threats made towards police involving an individual residing in the 2900 block of Williamsburg Ct in Woodbridge (22191). The investigation revealed that a man, later identified as the accused, call the Prince William County Public Safety Communications Center to inquire about a family vehicle that was towed. During the conversation with the call taker, the accused made threats to harm the police officer who towed the vehicle, as well as, threats to burn the vehicle at the tow lot where it was being stored. Officers were able to identify the accused who was located at his residence in the above area and detained without incident. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Richard Benard DENNEY, was arrested.

Arrested on October 17: