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Severe Thunderstorm Near Gainesville
A severe thunderstorm is moving just north of Prince William County. A warning is in place until 8:45 p.m. Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Ashburn VA, Broadlands VA and Brambleton VA until 8:45...
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Police Seize Cash, Cocaine, and Weapons in Fredericksburg
An investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Fredericksburg Police Department, Virginia State Police, Spotsylvania Narcotic Crimes and the FBI, resulted in the arrest of...
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Coming up today on Potomac Local News
Coming up today on Potomac Local News: Martina Jackson Green recaps her year with Leadership Prince William A new Vietnamese sandwich and coffee shop will open soon Manassas firefighter shortage See...
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From Intimidation to Empowerment: A Leader’s Journey Through Leadership...
Jackson Green Martina Jackson Green, Executive Director at the Human Services Alliance of Greater Prince William County, recently graduated from the Leadership Prince William Class of 2024. The...
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It’ll Feel Like 108 Degrees Today. Strong Storms Tonight
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for central, northern, and southern Maryland, the District of Columbia, and central and northern Virginia, effective from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m....
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New Vietnamese Sandwich and Coffee Shop Opening Soon in Fredericksburg
Photo: Ann Weed Paris Banh Mi Café & Bakery will be opening in the next couple weeks in Fredericksburg. The chain offers traditional Vietnamese banh mi along with croissants and assorted pastries...
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Fire Chief Hopes to Fill Vacancies to Address Staffing Challenges
[Photo: Manassas fire and rescue]Manassas City Council received an update on Monday, July 15, about staff vacancies and training requirement challenges in the Fire & Rescue Department. Chief Edward...
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Starbucks to Replace Ruby Tuesday near Dumfries
Photo by Sorin Sîrbu on Unsplash The Prince William Board of County Supervisors unanimously approved a Special Use Permit for a new Starbucks near Dumfries. The coffee shop will replace an old Ruby...
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Manassas City Council Candidate Survey: Budget and Taxes
As we get closer to the start of early voting for the Fall 2024 election, Potomac Local News is dedicated to informing the community about candidates vying for one of three open seats on the Manassas...
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Fredericksburg, Manassas to Host Cell Phone-Free Education Conversations
The Virginia Department of Education is hosting Commonwealth Conversations to gather input from parents, educators, and community members on achieving cell phone-free education in Virginia, addressing...
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The National Weather Service in Sterling, Virginia, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for several counties and cities, including Stafford, Fredericksburg, and Spotsylvania, until 6:45 p.m. The...
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Manassas Residents Voice Crime Concerns to Council Candidate
Williams In an interview with Potomac Local News, Robyn Williams, a Manassas School Board member and candidate for the Manassas City Council, highlighted vital community issues. Crime emerged as a...
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Facebook Removed our Local Severe Weather Warning Post
From crime stories to weather, Facebook continues to remove our posts. The most recent removal was a severe thunderstorm warning I posted last night. If you rely on Facebook for local news, including...
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Urban Air Adventure Park Ribbon Cutting Tomorrow
On Friday, July 19, 2024, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Urban Air Adventure Park in Woodbridge. The event will occur at...
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Mary Washington Hospital Recognized as High Performing by U.S. News
Mary Washington Hospital Mary Washington Hospital has been named a High Performing Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for 11 adult procedures and conditions in its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals...
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Dumfries Proposes Changes to Town Charter
Dumfries is Virginia’s oldest continually chartered town. The Dumfries Town Council seeks to amend the town’s charter, which dates back to 1749, making Dumfries the oldest continuously chartered town...
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Restored Historic Brentsville Jail Offering Sleepover Program
[Courtesy of Prince William County]The Brentsville Jail, built in the 1800s and now a historic site in Prince William County, is offering an overnight experience on Saturday, July 20, where attendees...
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Verizon to Expand High-Speed Internet Access by Next Summer
[Courtesy of Prince William County]Prince William County is partnering with Verizon to provide high-speed internet to 470 areas in the county by summer 2025. The Board of County Supervisors awarded a...
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Just Listed! Remodeled Home in a Quiet Area with Plenty of Land
Hello! I’m Mark Worrilow of Fathom Realty. In this week’s listing, you won’t beat the price or condition of this remodeled home in a quiet area with plenty of land to serve your needs. It’s been...
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Hood Drive in Spotsylvania County Reopens to Two-Way Traffic on July 19
Hood Drive and Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania Route 636 (Hood Drive) in Spotsylvania County will reopen to two-way traffic on the morning of Friday, July 19. The reopening will allow southbound traffic...
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