County poverty rate down in decade

CulpeperNews.com, Culpeper, VA - Thu Nov 19

New census figures show Culpeper County's poverty rate declined in the past decade and is now below the state average.

Two charged in Front Royal sign thefts

Northern Virginia Daily - Thu Nov 19

Just three weeks after Warren County officials said they would offer a cash reward for tips leading to the arrest of people who are stealing street signs in the area, authorities have announced that two adult suspects have been charged with related offenses.

Fauquier to consider wineries

Gainesville Times - Wed Nov 18

He called last week's public hearing on proposed changes to the county winery ordinance a "listening experience." Over many months, Fauquier Supervisor Peter Schwartz periodically has worked with winery owners and residents to craft regulations that would balance the interests of all parties.

'Compassion for people'

The Free Lance-Star - Sun Nov 15

Alvin Miller is a humble Mennonite from southern Fauquier County, a man who goes out of his way to help his neighbors.

Flea market owner killed

The Free Lance-Star - Sun Nov 15

George W. Parks, who turned the southern Fauquier County landmark Hugo's Skateway into a flea market, was fatally beaten Friday night in his business's parking lot.

Road work ahead

CulpeperNews.com, Culpeper, VA - Sun Nov 15

Culpeper County * Route 229 from Duke Street to Route 684: Widening from two to four lanes.

Surge in H1N1 Cases Puts Strain on Hospital Emergency Rooms

Voice of America - Wed Nov 11

Some hospital emergency rooms in the United States are facing severe strains dealing with the H1N1 flu outbreak, while others are handling cases without much difficulty.

Gang violence decreases

Gainesville Times - Wed Nov 11

To view a copy of the Northern Virginia Comprehensive Gang Assessment, log on to preventgangsnova.org. The Northern Virginia region is holding its own in the fight against gangs, but that doesn't mean it's time to let up.

Three arrested in robbery aftermath

The Free Lance-Star - Sun Nov 08

Three people from out of the area have been arrested in connection with the Wednesday night armed robbery at a Rite Aid in Stafford County .

Police hope public can ID robbery suspects Stafford authorities are...

The Free Lance-Star - Fri Nov 06

Stafford authorities are hoping the public can help identify two young robbers who held up a county Rite Aid Wednesday night.