Pet Pantry Open for Alexandria Animals in Need
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ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) has a Pet Pantry program in place for residents in need of pet food or other pet supplies. Pet items…Alexandria News
Judge rejects appeal from man convicted in al-Qaida plot
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A judge again rejected a request from a northern Virginia man who sought to overturn his life sentence for joining al-Qaida and plotting to assassinate then-President…City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates: SNAP Benefits Expanded; Assistance for Pet Owners: http://alexandriava.gov/114419
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City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates: SNAP Benefits Expanded; Assistance for Pet Owners: http://alexandriava.gov/114419City of Alexandria Announces Changes to Planning and Zoning Meeting Schedules Due to COVID-19. Details: http://alexandriava.gov/114415
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City of Alexandria Announces Changes to Planning and Zoning Meeting Schedules Due to COVID-19. Details: http://alexandriava.gov/114415We only have one shot every 10 years to get the Census right. Let’s get the job done! Take 10 minutes today to complete your 2020 Census survey at http://2020Census.gov . #Take10forCensus #AlexCounts
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We only have one shot every 10 years to get the Census right. Let’s get the job done! Take 10 minutes today to complete your 2020 Census survey at http://2020Census.gov .…Alexandria Covid-19 Fund Hits $470k and Cash Flowing Back Into Community
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ALEXANDRIA, VA – Donations to the Alexandria’s ACT Now COVID-19 Response Fund have hit $470,000 and the money is already being allocated to nonprofits in extreme need. “Thanks to your…It doesn’t matter what the package says, it matters what it does to your pipes and the sewer system: flushable wipes are NOT flushable–they clog pipes. Flush only the 3 P’s … Poop, Pee, and [toilet] Paper down the toilet.
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It doesn't matter what the package says, it matters what it does to your pipes and the sewer system: flushable wipes are NOT flushable--they clog pipes. Flush only the 3…Health & Wellness: Local businesses offer innovative wellness options during COVID-19 outbreak
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By Mara Benner In this moment, you are safe and secure. This is true and an important reminder as we embark into uncharted territory. With the arrival of coronavirus, there…Local healthcare providers brace for COVID-19 surge
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By Missy Schrott | mschrott@alextimes.com As the number of COVID-19 cases in Alexandria continues to climb – there were 14 in Alexandria and 1,277 in the DMV as of Thursday…Home profile: (Re)Building Home
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By Cody Mello-Klein | cmelloklein@alextimes.com When Jaime Frittman and her husband moved into their house in 2013, there was much about it that just felt right. There was a beautiful…Local businesses eligible for grants from regional organization
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By Cody Mello-Klein | cmelloklein@alextimes.com The Alexandria/Arlington Emergency Layoff Aversion Assistance Program will award 11 grants to local businesses in order to retain their employees during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak,…Spring2ACTion moves up to April 15
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By Cody Mello-Klein | cmelloklein@alextimes.com ACT for Alexandria is moving up the online giving day for Spring2ACTion, its annual day of giving, to respond to community needs around the COVID-19…Council passes emergency ordinances to combat COVID-19
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By Cody Mello-Klein | cmelloklein@alextimes.com Council unanimously adopted several ordinances and resolutions in order to respond to the growing impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus during an emergency meeting held over the…Staying Informed: City Issues Latest COVID-19 Update
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Governor Northam has postponed elective surgeries to conserve medical supplies. (Courtesy photo)Alexandria, VA – The City of Alexandria and the Alexandria Health Department continue to strongly urge everyone to stay home…City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates: Elective Surgeries Postponed; Compost Drop-off Suspended; Garage Hours Reduced: http://alexandriava.gov/114407 pic.twitter.com/LlVl0V0HmQ
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City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates: Elective Surgeries Postponed; Compost Drop-off Suspended; Garage Hours Reduced: http://alexandriava.gov/114407 pic.twitter.com/LlVl0V0HmQAlexandria City Council Adopts Emergency Legislation to Provide $4 Million in Initial Tax Relief to Businesses Affected by COVID-19: http://alexandriava.gov/114405
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Alexandria City Council Adopts Emergency Legislation to Provide $4 Million in Initial Tax Relief to Businesses Affected by COVID-19: http://alexandriava.gov/114405City of Alexandria Completes Purchase of Freedom House to Preserve Historic Museum: http://alexandriava.gov/114402 pic.twitter.com/FByHZfOGHH
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City of Alexandria Completes Purchase of Freedom House to Preserve Historic Museum: http://alexandriava.gov/114402 pic.twitter.com/FByHZfOGHHEl Actualización de los planes de Arlandria y Del Ray taller comunitario originalmente programado para el 17 de marzo se ha reformateado a una reunión digital, abierta en línea hasta el 17 de abril. Detalles: http://alexandriava.gov/110833
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El Actualización de los planes de Arlandria y Del Ray taller comunitario originalmente programado para el 17 de marzo se ha reformateado a una reunión digital, abierta en línea hasta…The Arlandria and Del Ray Plans Update community workshop originally scheduled for March 17 has been reformatted to a digital meeting, open through April 17. Help frame a draft vision and themes based on feedback/topics from previous events. Details: http://alexandriava.gov/110833
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The Arlandria and Del Ray Plans Update community workshop originally scheduled for March 17 has been reformatted to a digital meeting, open through April 17. Help frame a draft vision…Now You can get your Cheese and Yogurt Fix from Tom the Cheese Man!
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Alexandria, VA – Tom the Cheese Man from the Del Ray Farmers’ Market and Four Mile Run Farmers & Artisans Market is taking orders for his fabulous cheeses, yogurts, baked…Alternative Routes for Alexandria Metrorail Closures & Service Updates
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Alexandria, Va – As Metro takes continued steps to conserve critical resources and protect their operators and community, the Metro Pandemic Task Force announced the closing of 17 additional stations,…Multiple Metrobus routes in Northern Virginia stop running
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Metro canceled more service on Wednesday — this time, with no warning to riders. A number of Northern Virginia bus routes suddenly stopped running Wednesday morning in Arlington, Alexandria and…Papa’s Fresh Fruits and Veggies Return to Alexandria
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Alexandria, VA – Papa’s Orchard will be at his regular Saturday and Sunday locations so place your orders orders by 4.00 PM 3/25/20 if possible to ensure they have enough…Area Olympians take Tokyo postponement in stride
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Noah Lyles, of Alexandria, Virginia, celebrates after winning the men’s 200 meters at the World Athletics Championships in Doha, Qatar, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)Just call it the…The City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates
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Alexandria, VA – The Alexandria Health Department continues to strongly urge everyone to stay home except for essential trips such as food purchases and medical care. Each individual is a…City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates: Governor’s Order Effective Tonight; City Council Adopts Emergency Ordinances; Metro Reduces Service; and More: http://alexandriava.gov/114388 pic.twitter.com/hTL3FJRf3D
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City of Alexandria Provides COVID-19 Updates: Governor’s Order Effective Tonight; City Council Adopts Emergency Ordinances; Metro Reduces Service; and More: http://alexandriava.gov/114388 pic.twitter.com/hTL3FJRf3DCity of Alexandria Maintains Access to Farmers’ Market Vendors Through Pre-Orders Only: http://alexandriava.gov/114386
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City of Alexandria Maintains Access to Farmers’ Market Vendors Through Pre-Orders Only: http://alexandriava.gov/114386Volunteers Needed in Alexandria for Food Distribution (Strict Safety Measures in Place)
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ALEXANDRIA, VA- Marion Brunken, Executive Director for Volunteer Alexandria, is putting out the call for help. “Our core mission at Volunteer Alexandria does not and cannot stop under the most…ACPS closes for the rest of 2019-2020 school year
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By Cody Mello-Klein | cmelloklein@alextimes.com In response to the growing outbreak of COVID-19 coronavirus in Virginia, Gov. Ralph Northam (D) announced at a press conference on Monday that schools throughout…Alexandria Rotary Donates $10,000 to City’s COVID-19 Response Fund
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Alexandria, Virginia – The Rotary Club of Alexandria has made a grant for $10,000 to the ACT for Alexandria ACT Now COVID-19 Response Fund. “Alexandria’s nonprofit organizations are the fabric of…