Alexandria Earth Day Celebration To Have Climate Change Theme

The annual event features live demonstrations, the Upcycling Showcase, bike activities and more.

Green Beret Foundation Names Alexandria Woman Gold Star Liaison

Krista Simpson Anderson, a Gold Star spouse from Alexandria, wants to help other families who've experienced a loss.

Here’s How Often Fairfax County Residents Get Audited

A new study shows where you’re most likely to get audited. Here’s what they found for Fairfax County.

Teen Works On Glaucoma Detection: February In Review

The most read Greater Alexandria stories from February included a grant for the future tall ship attraction and a fatal pedestrian crash.

Call for Volunteers at United Community (formerly UCM)

Opportunities for all ages with flexible schedules

Tall Ship Providence Coming In Summer, Bolstered By Grant

Tall ship Providence appeared in "Pirates of the Caribbean." Now it's about to become an attraction in Alexandria.

Next Free Grocery Markets For Government Workers On Jan. 26

Thousands of federal workers and contractors utilized the free grocery markets during the first weekend alone.

Alexandria Girl Helps Coast Guard Families Amid Shutdown

The daughter of a Navy service member wants to help Coast Guard families not getting pay during the shutdown.

Chesterbrook Academy Students Donate Toys to Children in Need

Students delivered the donations to a local realtor’s office, which was a Toys for Tots drop-off site, for distribution to children in need

Mount Vernon Native Named Virginia's 2019 Cherry Blossom Princess

Last year's U.S. Cherry Blossom Queen was chosen from Virginia. This year, Natalie Revers will represent the state.

Top 2018 Greater Alexandria Stories: Richmond Highway Widening

The most-read stories this year on Greater Alexandria Patch ranged from Collingwood Lights' award to the motel barricade.

Grocery Run Becomes Grand Prize Lottery Win In Groveton

The woman didn't win a money prize when she scratched her ticket. In fact, she won the grand prize: a spin on the lottery's Big Wheel.

Collingwood Lights Wins Great Christmas Light Fight

The local holiday display took home the trophy after facing competition from around the country.

RSVP Volunteers Spreading Cheer

RSVP and volunteer partner Fairfax Pets on Wheels provide fun way to help others

Local Holiday Favorite Collingwood Lights To Be On National TV

Bill Vaughan's animated display will be featured on ABC among the best Christmas light displays around the country.

Russia Vs Mueller Food Trucks, Restaurant Opening: News Nearby

Top news includes 96-year-old's first snow and another location of a popular restaurant opens. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Missing Dog, Mocking National Landing, Patient Punch: News Nearby

Top news includes a patient punches first responder, youth worker arrested, Amazon HQ2 concerns. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Worst Travel Day, Bank Robber Sought, Amazon HQ2: News Nearby

Top news includes worst days for Thanksgiving travel, bank robber on the loose, booze at Taco Bell. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

5 VA, DC Hospitals Get 'D' Grade For Patient Safety | Patch PM

Deer plays chicken with trains | Holiday boat parade | Dying dog left in park | Hate crime arrest | Veterans Day events in DC, NoVA

Historic Church Receives Bomb Threat During Service | Patch PM

Pizza Squirrel on video | Amazon exec unhappy | 6-foot CVS receipt | Double murder victims | Virginia voing guide | Top nursing homes

Senior Volunteer Finds Her Niche at Huntley Meadows Park

RSVP Northern Virginia to hold free seminar on volunteering in retirement, Nov 7, in Alexandria

Blind Student's Win, Amazon HQ2, Tax Time In Prison: News Nearby

Top news includes Halloween houses to visit, dog rescue and a tax preparer is sentenced to prison. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Santa Selling Out, Top Cyber Firms, 911 Swatting: News Nearby

Top news includes restaurant openings, good Samaritan killed, where stolen credit cards were used. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Bank ATM Skimmer, Rat City, NoVA Earthquake Drill: News Nearby

Top news includes skimmer found on bank's ATM, Catholic archdiocese criticized and more. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Fastest-Growing Cities In America: How Alexandria Ranks

Several other Virginia cities had similar rankings, although two claimed spots in the top 100 nationwide.

Coffee With A Cop Day Planned For Mount Vernon District

Officers from the Mount Vernon station will be at three locations for National Coffee with a Cop Day on Oct. 3.

Woodlawn Historic District Added To Virginia Landmarks Register

Within the district are sites like George Washington’s Grist Mill and the Pope-Leighey House.

Arrest For Stabbing Of Jogger, New Fast Casual Spot: News Nearby

Top news includes no charges for road rage death, absentee voting opening and Oktoberfest. Plus how to share news and events on Patch.

Restaurant Inspections, Sports Bets, Pedestrian Dies: News Nearby

Top news includes NoVA restaurant inspections, sports betting bill and flu shots are here. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Tornado Watch, Truck VS Building, Historic Homes: News Nearby

Top news includes Florence brings tornado risks, truck slams into building, and historic homes. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Huntington-Hybla Valley Among Top VA Millennial Zip Codes

A new analysis ranked zip codes with the greatest millennial population gains over five years.

Cool Lottery Win, Crane Rescue, Target Hiring 6K: News Nearby

Top news includes Target hiring spree, crane rescue in Fairfax, free Airbnb housing, and more. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

9/11 Flag Unfurled, Store Opening, ATM Stolen: News Nearby

Top news includes hurricane forecast, local storm prep, and a cop is charged with domestic assault. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Chesterbrook Academy Campers Raise $350 for Children with Cancer

Summer campers sold lemonade to raise money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation

Woman Kills 2 Kids, Tree On House, Weekend Events: VA News Nearby

Top news includes mom killed children, restaurant inspections, ATM skimmer, and REAL ID coming. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Reader Honors McCain, Worst Drivers In US, Art Fest: News Nearby

Top news includes Labor Day weekend guide, remembering John McCain, and a mom charged with neglect. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Chase Ends In Trash, Capitol Concert, Teacher Arrest: News Nearby

Top news includes Labor Day Capitol Concert, VA salmonella case, and when to pass a school bus. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Wrong-Way Train, Rock Climber Falls, No Pass Needed: News Nearby

Top news includes wrong-way Metro train, no pass needed at museum, and climber severely injured. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

3 Reasons To Be Patch Mayor Of Greater Alexandria

The Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to spread the word about events and issues.

Snake Invasion, Kidnapped Pair, McDonald's Shooting: News Nearby

Top news includes grandma and girl abducted, snakes invade library, and Fredericksburg shooting. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.