Legally Blind Teacher Gets Huge Gift For Holidays: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia on Friday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• Potomac Yard Metro Groundbreaking Held In Alexandria
• VIDEO: Police Seek Help Identifying Knife Robbery Suspects
• DUI Checkpoint Planned For Friday Before Christmas In Loudoun
• Weekend Metro Schedule: 1 Line Will Be Impacted

Leesburg Piano Teacher To Receive Free Roof For The Holidays

A piano teacher from Leesburg who struggles to make ends meet, was selected to receive a new roof for an annual Free Roof for the Holidays program. The teacher experiences numerous health issues, is legally blind and struggles to earn enough to maintain her aging home but still helps others experience the joy of music.

Wawa Data Breach: DC, VA Customers Affected

Wawa customers who used credit or debit cards this year at any convenience store in the chain may have had their data compromised, the company said Thursday. Wawa has locations in DC and Virginia.

'Retro-Modern' Entertainment Venue Plans Spring 2020 Opening

A new entertainment venue described as "a unique retro-modern entertainment venue" plans to open in spring 2020.

New VA Railway Agreement To Boost Amtrak, VRE Service

An agreement announced Thursday between Virginia and CSX has massive implications for rail travel, including boosts to Amtrak and Virginia Railway Express service.

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• After Deadly Queens Arson, A Miracle Baby Holds On
• Animal Activists Outraged By Sloth Yoga Classes
• Miami's Forgotten 'Babies' Await Another Christmas
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