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PWCS Superintendent Walts Celebrates New School Year, 2019-20
This year the school budget includes a step increase for all eligible employees, in addition to a cost of living increase, totaling an average 4.8 percent increase. It also funds 46 new counselor positions and ensures a full-time nurse is on-site at every school in PWCS.
Del. Danica Roem Announces Route 28 ‘Centreville Road Corridor Improvement Study’
Roem announced the start of the VDOT Centreville Road Corridor Improvement Study at a media conference held along Route 28 in the Yorkshire, Monday.
Police Arrest Woman for Discharging Gun at Hylton HS
Prince William County Police Officers responded to Hylton High School located at 14051 Spriggs Road in Woodbridge to investigate a ‘shots fired’ call, Sunday, Aug. 18 at 10:26 a.m.
Write by the Rails Announces ‘Poems Around Town’ Art Initiative
The arts initiative is meant to encourage residents and visitors to “stop and read a piece of literary art” created by community members.
VDOT Announces I-66 Traffic Changes, Lane Closures
Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Project construction continues throughout the corridor during daytime and overnight hours as weather conditions allow.
UPDATED: Police Release More Info on Lake Ridge Officer-Involved Shooting
Prince William Police have additional released information on an officer-involved shooting, Thursday, in Lake Ridge. Police have arrested the suspect.
Independent Candidate Runs for Prince William County Chairman
Independent candidate for the Prince William County (PWC) Board of County Supervisors (BOCS) Muneer Baig, understands extremes. As an independent candidate, Baig says he is not bound by special interests.
NWS Predicts Hazardous Weather for Tuesday Evening
There is a Hazardous Weather Outlook in effect this evening, Aug. 13, for the D.C. Metro Area.
Out of the Blue Releases Restaurant Week Menus
Out of the Blue Crabs & Seafood in Gainesville is participating in the D.C. Metro Area Restaurant Week.
Police Create Fake Sex Operation to Combat Demand in Prince William County
The objective of the operation was aimed to combat the illicit demand and solicitation of commercial sex services which has a direct connection to human trafficking.
3 Ways to Look & Feel Great Over 40!
Marcus Brugger of Movement Fitness Gainesville, Fairfax shares secrets for staying healthy, feeling and looking great in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.
Cedar Run Brewery Takes Inspiration from Farm and Family
Cedar Run Brewery is a small family-owned brewery on a real working farm in Nokesville, Virginia.
Equity is Central to Her Campaign, Says Brentsville School Board Candidate Adele Jackson
Adele Jackson is a special education teacher who is running to become the Brentsville District representative on the Prince William County School Board.
BREAKING: Tentative Agreement Reached for OmniRide Work Stoppage
The tentative agreement could result in OmniRide buses operating regular service possibly as soon as the morning of Tuesday, August 6.
PWCS Leads in Combatting Teen Trafficking
PWCS is a nationally recognized leader in combatting teen trafficking
OmniRide Offers Suggestions for Customers During Work Stoppage
In response to comments we’ve received from passengers, OmniRide is offering a few suggestions for commuters impacted by an on-going work stoppage by some of our bus drivers.
Program Aims to Help Women with Mental Illness Successfully Reintegrate into Society After Jail
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently accepted a state grant to continue the Jail Mental Health Pilot Program, which helps women with mental illness reintegrate into society.
OmniRide Announces Modified Service Plan for Aug. 5
Due to an on-going work stoppage by some of its bus drivers, OmniRide will operate on a modified Emergency Service Plan on Monday, August 5, 2019.
Prince William PD Charge Former Lieutenant with Computer Invasion of Privacy
Police have charged a former Prince William Police lieutenant with the crime of computer invasion of privacy, Monday.
OmniRide Ending Service Early Aug 1
OmniRide will wrap up its local and Metro Express bus services earlier than usual this evening, Thursday, August 1, 2019, to ensure we have a sufficient number of drivers to operate service on the morning of Friday, August 2.
Prince William Committee of 100 to Host Several Candidate Debates
The Prince William Committee of 100, a non-partisan group, will hold several debates so that residents can learn more about candidates running in the 2019 local elections.
OmniRide Announces Potential Work Stoppage
OmniRide wants to make passengers and the public aware of a potential disruption in transit services beginning Thursday, August 1, 2019.
Out of the Blue Collects School Supplies for Success, Hosts Trivia Night
Trivia Nights, School Supplies for Success Rotary Club Fundraiser, Mega-Networking Event and more…all this August at Out of the Blue Crabs & Seafood.
Prince William Residents to Hold ‘Impeach Trump Vigil’ in Prince William County
On Tuesday, July 30, voters outraged by Donald Trump’s racist, anti-immigrant and white supremacist rhetoric and policies will hold an “Impeach Trump Vigil” along Highway 29 in Prince William County, Va.
Prince William PD to Celebrate 36th National Night Out
The Prince William County Police Department will observe the 36th National Night Out celebration this year by encouraging County residents to lock their doors, turn on outdoor lights and spend the evening of Tuesday, August 6, outside with their neighbors.
Prince William County Planning Dept to Hold Rural Preservation Meeting
The meeting will be tonight from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 30, at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, at 10960 George Mason Circle.
Bianchi Carpet & Rug Cleaning Has Served Prince William for Generations
Anthony “Tony” Anzelone is the 3rd generation owner of Bianchi Carpet & Rug Cleaning. It has been a family-owned business for 56 years.
VDOT Announces Brief Midday Stoppage on I-66 Weekdays in August
Brief Midday Stoppages on I-66 Weekdays Throughout August in Prince William County.
Closures Needed for Blasting Operations for the Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Project
Police Investigate Indecent Exposure at Bull Run Swim & Raquet Club
The investigation revealed that the victim, a 15-year-old female, was at the above location when she observed an unknown white male exposed himself.
Police Investigate Sexual Assault of Teen at Bristow Dunkin Donuts
Police are investigating a case in which a Manassas man inappropriately touched a teenage girl while working together at Dunkin Donuts in Bristow.
UPDATED: VHD Investigates 3 Large Businesses in Relation to Intestinal Illness Outbreak
The health districts in northern Virginia are notifying the public that there has been a significant increase in the number of reported cyclosporiasis cases since mid-June 2019.
Traffic Stoppage Planned at I-66, Route 28, Wednesday
Multiple traffic stoppages are planned for I-66 East and West on Wednesday, July 24, between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m.
Peak Roofing Prioritizes Customer Service
Peak Roofing Contractors, Inc. is an independently owned roofing and siding company in Warrenton that serves all of Northern Virginia.
NWS Issues Flash Flood Watch Tuesday for DMV
A Severe Storm Watch and Flash Flood Watch are in effect for July 22 at 3 p.m. to July 23 at 6 a.m. in the Washington, D.C. area
‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Coming to Hylton PAC
Celebrating its momentous 16th season, members of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE’s Top 10 finalists will make their way to the Hylton Performing Arts Center as part of Season 16’s SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE LIVE! 2019.
OmniRide Launches Real Time App
OmniRide now has its own mobile app to provide passengers with real-time bus arrival information and updates.
UPDATED: NWS Issues 2nd Storm Warning for Wednesday Afternoon
The National Weather Service in Sterling, Virginia has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Northern Virginia until 5 p.m.
Prince William, Manassas Residents Participate in Lights for Liberty Vigil for Immigrant Children at the Border
A few hundred of people gathered at the “Lights for Liberty” rally and vigil at the Harris Pavilion, in Manassas, Friday evening, to protest the dismal conditions of immigrant children being held at detention centers at the border and the separation of families.
Police Investigate ‘KKK’ Vandalism in Bristow
The letters ‘KKK’ were spray-painted multiple times on the road surface of Edmonston Drive
Arlington Man Faces Multiple Charges Following I-66 Police Pursuit
During the course of the pursuit, the Expedition repeatedly rammed Trooper Vajglova’s patrol car, two other troopers’ vehicles, and a Fairfax County Police Officer’s vehicle.
Manassas Police Charge Juvenile with Involuntary Manslaughter
A 17-year-old male suspect was taken into custody, July 11, in the death of another 17-year-old male.
Animal Control Finds Rabid Bat in Manassas City
An Animal Control Officer with the Manassas City Police Department responded to 9115 Center Street for an injured bat, on Saturday, July 6, 2019, at approximately 1:40 p.m.
Prince William Fire & Rescue Graduates Class of 2019
The Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue held its graduation ceremony for Recruit Class 2019-1, the morning of July 5.
Prince William Representatives Respond to Adjournment of Va Special Gun Control Session
The Republicans who control the Virginia General Assembly adjourned the special session to discuss gun control, Tuesday, without voting on any of the proposed bills or amendments.
2019 Independence Holiday Proved Deadly on Va Highways
Seven Traffic Fatalities; 79 DUI Arrests During July 4th Statistical Period
Route 29 Northbound in Warrenton Area to Close for 3 Weeks
Drivers planning to use Route 15/29 through northern Fauquier County between July 8 and Aug. 2 should prepare now for a detour and likely delays during the closure of the highway’s northbound lanes for safety improvements.
Police Seek Man for Strong-Armed Robbery in Bristow
The investigation revealed that the victim, a 16-year-old male, made arrangements to purchase marijuana from an acquaintance.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for 4th of July
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Watch for portions of Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland.
Tina V Sings National Anthem at Manassas City ‘Celebrate America’
Tina V will be celebrating America with the national anthem to kick off one of the biggest displays of fireworks in northern Virginia.
Police Announce Missing Endanged Girl Out of Manassas
he Prince William County Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating Jaqueline Elizabeth Duarte Sanchez.
