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Community News
11-year old from Alexandria Starts GoFundMe Page for Coast Guard Families to Help Buy Groceries, Gas and Pay Bills
ALEXANDRIA, VA — 11-year old Aubrey Holland knows what it’s like to be a military kid. Her dad is in…
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YOU CAN HELP: Fill a FedEx Truck at Market Square on Friday, January 25 to Replenish Area Food Banks
From Noon Until 2 PM, Friday, Jan 25 ALEXANDRIA, VA – The City of Alexandria urges the public to participate…
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You Can Help: Alexandria’s 1858 Prettyman Hose Carriage Selected for Opportunity to Win Conservation Grant
Help Friendship Firehouse’s 1858 Prettyman Hose Carriage win up to $4,000 for much-needed conservation. Vote online at https://www.vamuseums.org/virginias-top-10-endangered-artifacts daily between…
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Foodie Newz
Washington DC Extends Restaurant Week Through January 27, First Time in 18 Years
Almost 200 Restaurants to Continue Prix Fixe Menus through January 27 Washington, D.C. (January 20, 2019)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW)…
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THIS WEEK IN ALEXANDRIA: ”Hiring Day” African American Freedmen
ALEXANDRIA, VA — On January 18, 1852, the annual ”Hiring Day” for free African American men took place at what…
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Alexandria Pedestrians Now Get a Head Start at Green Lights
ALEXANDRIA, VA — In order to increase traffic safety, City of Alexandria staff recently installed 17 new Leading Pedestrian Intervals…
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Why Were Civil War Uniforms Made of Wool? Learn All at Fort Ward Museum, Feb 9
OUTFITTING BILLY YANK PROGRAM AT FORT WARD MUSEUM Learn about the clothing and equipment used by Union soldiers during the…
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Foodie Newz
In the Alexandria Permit Office: Del Ray’s Sicilian Pizza Under New Ownership
ALEXANDRIA, VA — In paperwork filed with the City, Del Ray’s Sicilian Pizza Restaurant at 1504-A Mount Vernon Avenue, is…
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Community News
Alexandria City Council Adopts WasteSmart Strategic Plan
ALEXANDRIA, VA — At its regular meeting on January 12, the Alexandria City Council unanimously adopted WasteSmart, a comprehensive, 20-year…
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Zebra Misc
Tips to Burn Wood More Efficiently to Save Money, Reduce Air Pollution and Protect Our Health
Eco-City Alexandria: Get Involved! During the winter months, many people choose to take advantage of their wood-burning stoves and fireplaces.…
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