Pilot project brings urban garden to Virginia Highlands Park
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A collaborative effort is resulting in creation of a new green space at Virginia Highlands Park.Arlington News
Arlington home sales through the roof in September
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The red-hot summer real-estate market that evolved out of the springtime COVID crisis showed no signs of abating in September across Arlington.Historical Society preps for COVID-delayed annual meeting
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The Arlington Historical Society will formally ratify its leadership team for 2020-21 at the organization’s annual meeting, to be held “virtually” on Nov. 12due to public-health conditions.Arlington Historical Society preps for COVID-delayed annual meeting
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The Arlington Historical Society will formally ratify its leadership team for 2020-21 at the organization’s annual meeting, to be held “virtually” on Nov. 12due to public-health conditions.Boundary changes in Arlington would mean different schools for 1,400 elementary students
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About 1,400 elementary school students in Arlington County could be reassigned to different schools next fall if a proposed change in boundaries is approved by the Virginia school system in…Virtually Tour Loudoun County Farms From the Comfort of Home
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For the first time in its 25 year history, the Loudoun Fall Farm Tour will be held virtually, letting you see, hear and shop from your favorite farmers in a…New Community Garden Breaks Ground at Virginia Highlands Park
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A portion of Virginia Highlands Park is being transformed into a vibrant display of gardening through a new agricultural initiative. The Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture, National Living BID, Livability…Large Outdoor Cafe Proposed in Clarendon
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A proposal for a large outdoor café in Clarendon is set to be considered by the Arlington County Board this weekend. The owner of the Clarendon Square office building at 3033 Wilson…Ballston Church Seeking Three-Year Extension for Affordable Housing Project
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A stalled affordable housing project near the Ballston Metro station is poised to get a three-year extension. The Ballston Station project, set to be built on the site of the…In-person Arlington board meetings? Do not expect them anytime soon
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In the immortal lyrics of the 1970s singing group the Three Degrees: When will I see you again? When will we share precious moments?Arlington Kiwanians to salute nurses, firefighters
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The Kiwanis Club of Arlington has announced that its 2020 Community Service Award will be shared jointly by:Social-safety-net efforts to be honored in Arlington
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The Arlington-based Alliance for Housing Solutions advocacy group has announced that Arlington Thrive and a coalition of religious organizations will receive the 2020 Ellen M. Bozman Affordable Housing Award in…Colony Grill, Connecticut Mainstay for Pizza, Now Open in Clarendon
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Today, 85 years after opening its first location in Connecticut, Colony Grill (2800 Clarendon Blvd) began serving Arlingtonians its famed thin-crust bar pie, sizzling with hot oil and topped with…County Seeks Input on Planned Park in Crystal City
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Arlington County is asking for public input for a new park in Crystal City, just on the border of Pentagon City. Current called “Teardrop Parcels” from the shape of the…Crime Report: October 14, 2020
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This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding…‘Bachelorette’ Contestant from Arlington Gets Rose on First Night
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There’s a “Bachelorette” contestant from Arlington. Jason Foster, 31, is a former pro football player who lives in the Courthouse area and works as an Account Manager for a local…Ridership totals: ART bus service down but not out
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The Arlington Transit (ART) bus network saw less of a fall-off in ridership during the initial phase of the COVID crisis than some other public-transit systems across the region, according…In Arlington, enough pollworkers on hand to get the job done
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Whatever national political kookiness may transpire between now and Nov. 3, at least the Arlington elections office is not having to stress out over a lack of those willing and…Election chief: Even if lines at polls are long, they will move quickly
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Arlington election officials are advising the public not to be dissuaded if lines for voting, either in advance of Nov. 3 or on Election Day itself, seem long.55+ News, 10/15/20 edition
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News of interest to active seniors in Arlington.Arlington County working to keep mountain bikes off natural trails
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Arlington County, Virginia, is cracking down on mountain bike riding in the woodlands of county parks. The county’s Parks and Recreation Department said off-road biking, especially during the pandemic lockdown,…Arlington County Sheriff’s Office Successfully Passes Third PREA Audit
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The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office has met all applicable Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards following an audit that was conducted earlier this year. “The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office is…County Considering Making Office-to-Apartment Conversions Easier
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Arlington County officials are considering new administrative guidance to streamline the process of converting office buildings into residential buildings. Such conversions would remain subject to County Board approval, but a…BizLaunch Celebrates Virginia Businesses with SWaMmy Honors
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BizLaunch, Arlington Economic Development’s small business assistance program, is celebrating the County’s inclusive business community in coordination with the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) with its first ever SWaMmy Honors. The virtual awards…Two Arrested in Clarendon Amid Ongoing Spate of Vehicle-Related Crimes
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Two. D.C. men are facing a battery of charges after police say they were seen prowling local neighborhoods and trying to break into cars. The arrests were made Monday morning…Police Announce Arrest in Vehicle-Related Property Crimes Case; Share Ways to Protect Vehicles and Valuables
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ARLINGTON, Va. – The Arlington County Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit is announcing the arrest of two suspects in a vehicle-related property crimes case. Nickquan Bodie, 21, of Washington D.C.…Police Investigating Weekend Robberies Near Columbia Pike
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Arlington County Police are investigating a robbery and an attempted robbery that happened along the Columbia Pike corridor over the weekend. In both incidents, the victims were pushed to the…Rate of New Coronavirus Cases in Arlington Highest Since August
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(Updated at 11:55 a.m.) The rate of new coronavirus cases in Arlington has reached the highest point since August. Twenty-two new cases were reported in the county on Monday, bringing…Crime Report: October 13, 2020
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This report is published every weekday, except County holidays. The information in each report covers significant criminal incidents generally from the day before; reports published on Monday cover the preceding…County to Dispose of Pumpkins and Paper at Event Next Month
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Have some pumpkins that you want to become compost? Paper that you want shredded? Rocks that you want out of your yard? You’ll be able to do all three of…