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Pedestrian Killed, Police Seek Witnesses
From Prince William police: Fatal Hit & Run Crash Investigation – On November 3 at 1:22AM, officers responded to the intersection of Prince William Pkwy and Lynn St. in Woodbridge (22191) to...
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Prince William County School Board Debates Stricter Cell Phone Policy
Prince William County Schools Superintendent LaTanya McDade visiting a school in the first week. [Via PWCS on X]The Prince William County School Board examined its cell phone policy on Wednesday,...
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Prince William County Shifted More Toward Trump in 2024
[Map by Virginia Public Access Project]President-elect Donald Trump (R) made major gains in Prince William County in the recent presidential election, making it one of the 124 counties in the...
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The Rose Gaming Resort Opens in Dumfries: “A Landmark of Transformation and...
The Rose Gaming Resort celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held in its newly built multi-story parking garage. Local and state leaders, including Mayor Derrick Wood, Virginia...
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American Legion Post 10 Hosting Veterans Day Ceremony
The American Legion Post 10 is hosting its annual Veterans Day ceremony in the City of Manassas Saturday (tomorrow) at the Harris Pavilion. The ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, but...
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ATM Surprise: Fanny Pack with Firearm at Sheetz; Florida Fraudster Eyes Ninja...
Press Release: FOUND PROPERTY: Sheetz, 1175 Garrisonville Road, 11/4, 7:16 a.m. A customer came in to use the ATM, but got something unexpected in return. They located a fanny pack containing a...
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Dumfries-area Supervisor to Speak at Virginia Association of Counties
Bailey Prince William County Supervisor Andrea Bailey will speak at the Virginia Association of Counties annual conference on November 10 through 12. The organization that supports county officials and...
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Virginia Department of Health Lifts Health Advisory for Lake Anna
Lake Anna (Photo: Virginia State Parks) The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has lifted the harmful algae bloom (HAB) advisory for Lake Anna due to the end of the recreational season. HABs have...
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Two Fatal Crashes Under Investigation in Fauquier County
Virginia State Police are investigating two separate fatal crashes that occurred on Route 806 in Fauquier County, claiming the lives of a pedestrian and a motorcyclist. Authorities are urging anyone...
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Weekend Events: Veterans Day Ceremony, Senior Resource Fair, Kids’ Storytime,...
Looking for things to do this weekend? Here’s what’s happening: Saturday, November 9: – Veterans Day Ceremony Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110...
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Four Displaced in Stafford County Townhouse Fire
A fire displaced four residents from their home on Tamar Creek Lane. Just before 8 a.m., Stafford County Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a structure fire in the 100 block of the street. Crews...
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Live at 10 a.m.: National Museum of the Marine Corps Celebrates 249th...
Today, November 10, the National Museum of the Marine Corps honors the 249th birthday of the United States Marine Corps with special events and a live stream, allowing Marines and supporters worldwide...
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New Leadership on the Horizon for Manassas Park
Mensing Following the Tuesday, November 5, 2025, General Election, Manassas Park will see a new mayor and a fresh face on the city council. Democrat Alanna M. Mensing, who ran unopposed, will assume...
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First Rain in Nearly 40 Days Eases Severe Drought Conditions in Northern...
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, residents in Northern Virginia and surrounding areas saw their first raindrops in almost 40 days this Sunday. The raindrops offered much-needed relief from a...
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Harris Outperforms Biden in Manassas City, Election Data Shows
Vice President Kamala Harris won each precinct in the City of Manassas in 2024.[Map by the Virginia Public Access Project]Vice President Kamala Harris (D) outperformed — commanded a larger, more...
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Andrade Sentenced to 30 Years in 2023 Manassas Park Murder
Andrade On November 7, 2024, Prince William County Circuit Court Judge Angela Horan of the Prince William County Circuit Court ordered Anthony Omar Andrade, 26, to serve 30 years in prison for the...
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Thank You, Veterans
Today, on Veterans Day, we at Potomac Local News extend our heartfelt gratitude to the veterans of Virginia. We deeply appreciate your service and sacrifices for our country and honor your dedication....
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Virginia State Police Expands ‘Pathway to Trooper’ Program
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is expanding employment opportunities through the "Pathway to Trooper" program to allow young adults to get their foot in the door before they're allowed to apply to...
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Residents Push for Eid Al-Adha Holiday Addition to PWCS Calendar
At the November 6 Prince William County School Board meeting, residents advocated for adding Eid Al-Adha as a recognized holiday in the school calendar. This would allow Muslim students and families...
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Human Rights Commission Welcomes Largest Student Cohort
The new Human Rights Commission's Student Leadership Council. [Courtesy of Prince William County]Prince William County's Human Rights Commission (HRC) recently welcomed its largest Student Leadership...
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