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Birth Control Prescribed For City's Rats: Patch PM

Big Night Out dining | Extra police out | Swim safely in VA waters | Man sentenced for killing grandfather | WWII Memorial cracks: Patch PM

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Rats are a growing problem in the nation’s capital, so public health officials put them on birth control.
Rats are a growing problem in the nation’s capital, so public health officials put them on birth control. (AP Photo/Robert Mecea, File)

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.

Man To Serve 66 Years For Grandfather's Killing

A man was sentenced to 66 years and six months in prison Thursday for the murder of his 84-year-old grandfather.

9 Restaurants In NoVA, DC Among Best For 'Big Night Out'

If your favorite way to mark a night out is to dress up and head to a fine dining restaurant, you have nine great options in the DC region, according to new rankings by the online reservation company OpenTable.

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Cracks Forming On World War II Memorial On National Mall: Report

Authorities are concerned about cracks that are appearing on the World War II Memorial on the National Mall in D.C., according to a report.

Expect Increased Police Patrols Over Memorial Day Weekend

Expect to see more troopers than usual over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, say Virginia State Police, who will be increasing patrols to target impaired drivers, speeders and those not wearing seat belts.

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Birth Control Prescribed To Rats In Washington, D.C.

Some rats in the nation's capital are getting The Pill — well, sort of — so they won't breed more like them. No one knows if it will work. But the rat infestation in Washington is so dire that something has to be done.

Tips For Safe Swimming In Virginia Waters This Summer

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and families will be heading to the pools, beaches and other swimming holes around Virginia. With a variety of rivers, lakes and beaches located around the state, it's important to check where swimming is and isn't allowed.

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