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Neighbors banded togther to hold a parade for a 100-year-old veteran. https://trib.al/RhDOjvQ
Photos: A neighbor's request for a drive-by parade turned into a large event with salutes, signs, American flags and more for the veteran.
This is the story of how Patch and our network of community members came together to honor one veteran — and it's especially important today. (via Madison, CT Patch)
It began with a question on a Patch Neighbor post. Now, this veteran who helped liberate a concentration camp, has Old Glory waving nearby.
A symphony violinist is performing in her driveway so that others can eat. https://trib.al/yg00RMd
Susan McIntosh, a violinist with the Pan American Symphony Orchestra, entertains her neighbors and collects food for an area nonprofit.
Your neighbors are posting on Patch. Here's the latest. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
Swastikas were spray painted all over the grounds of a NoVA shopping center. https://trib.al/Ugg6rQl
Fairfax County Police are investigating an act of vandalism in which swastikas were spray-painted throughout a Reston shopping center.
Some states will see a lot of rain. Others can expect scorching heat. Here’s what the Old Farmer's Almanac says for summer in NoVA and DC.
Some states will see a lot of rain. Others can expect scorching heat. Here's what the Old Farmer's Almanac says for summer in NoVA and DC.
What to expect from the weather this week in the Greater Alexandria area.
What to expect from the weather this week in the Greater Alexandria area.
Here's how to watch tonight's National Memorial Day Concert live. https://trib.al/kemE4tL
National Memorial Day Concert returns for its 31st year as a televised event.
Look inside the newest properties available in the Greater Alexandria area.
Look inside the newest properties available in the Greater Alexandria area.
Classrooms are going to look very different when schools reopen. (via Long Island Patch)
The CDC has released recommendations for resuming school activities. Do they look realistic?
Flying the American flag on Memorial Day 2020 honors military personnel. Here are rules for displaying Virginia's flag, as well.
Flying the American flag on Memorial Day 2020 honors military personnel. Here are rules for displaying Virginia's flag, as well.
One of your neighbors posted in Real Estate. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
One of your neighbors posted in Real Estate. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
These small but thoughtful gifts will appeal to just about anyone. 📦
Hoping to send a loved one something special to let them know they're on your mind? Look no further than these fun care package essentials.
As Virginia Beach reopened beaches for recreation, the governor was seen without a mask posing for photos with people.
As Virginia Beach reopened beaches for recreation, the governor was seen without a mask posing for photos with people.
Plans for a new NoVA restaurant have been announced in a site that has seen plenty of turnover. https://trib.al/O2ChwRh
The space that was home to Caboose Cafe until 2017 is getting a new occupant.
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More than 33 tons of food was donated in 2 days to help regional food pantries. https://trib.al/WK6d8GE
The two-day Stuff the Bus effort was designed to help restock the shelves of local food pantries depleted by the coronavirus pandemic.
A hospice nurse has been doing the work of 3 because of staff cuts. https://trib.al/KNZ2Nl9
Home hospice nurse Kathy Norris does everything she can to bring comfort to her patients and their families, even during the coronavirus.
Parent company L Brands also announced it plans to close 50 Bath & Body Works locations in the United States and Canada.
Parent company L Brands also announced it plans to close 50 Bath & Body Works locations in the United States and Canada.
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What's the status of NoVA malls? https://trib.al/EasCYUt
With businesses subject to restrictions under the governor's executive order, operating decisions have varied by mall.
These NoVA cities have "islands of disadvantage" with a higher risk of coronavirus. https://trib.al/HPlZjQu
The "islands of disadvantage" need to be at the forefront of fighting the coronavirus in Northern Virginia, according to researchers.
With these tips and staycation essentials, your stay-at-home vacation can be even more fun than the trip you'd planned to take. 🌴
With these tips and recommended products, your at-home vacation is sure to be one to remember.
Top VA, DC news includes potential DC reopening, coronavirus-linked condition in child, Arlington Cemetery access, and parade for vet.
Top VA, DC news includes potential DC reopening, coronavirus-linked condition in child, Arlington Cemetery access, and parade for vet.
Many NoVA residents say they don't plan to travel this holiday weekend. https://trib.al/NXhcPaV
An informal survey of readers found most will stay home this holiday weekend, but responses for the summer ahead are mixed.
Access to Arlington National Cemetery will be limited over Memorial Day weekend. https://trib.al/ZSxdhfC
Arlington National Cemetery will only be open for family pass holders during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.
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Your neighbors are posting on Patch. Here's the latest. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
Virginia is filled with beautiful local, state and national parks, some of which are easing restrictions in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Virginia is filled with beautiful local, state and national parks, some of which are easing restrictions in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam plans to announce a new policy next week on the wearing of masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam plans to announce a new policy next week on the wearing of masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
"My 4-year-old boy just slammed my laptop shut in the middle of his Zoom preschool class. Right before that, he was running around in his underwear on camera and then yelling into the screen, trying to tell everyone about his new Legos."
Parents are struggling to keep their kids focused during online classes. Here are tips from moms and experts on how to get their attention.
All 2020 summer performances at the Filene Center, Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods and The Barns at Wolf Trap have been canceled.
All 2020 summer performances at the Filene Center, Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods and The Barns at Wolf Trap have been canceled.
After 114 new hospitalizations reported from Wednesday to Thursday, Virginia health officials reported only 52 new hospitalizations Friday.
After 114 new hospitalizations reported from Wednesday to Thursday, Virginia health officials reported only 52 new hospitalizations Friday.
Here's everything you need to know if you must take the Metro this weekend.
Here's everything you need to know if you must take the Metro this weekend.
Before you break out the grill on Memorial Day weekend, review this checklist for do's and don'ts
Before you break out the grill on Memorial Day weekend, review this checklist for do's and don'ts
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Six volunteer firefighters in Strasburg, Virginia, have been arrested and charged in connection with the gang rape of a 17-year-old that was videotaped and then posted on social media. https://trib.al/ktmWwPB
Citations issued by government inspectors paint a grim picture of long-term care at dozens of facilities in Virginia. Of the 290 nursing homes in Virgina, 72 have been fined for violations totaling more than $4.7 million. https://trib.al/0AllWTp
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