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Society Fair Stays, Snow Photos: Alexandria February In Review

The most read Alexandria stories from February included an outdoor food and crafts market approved and a new home for Bagel Uprising.

Society Fair started a fundraiser to prevent it from closing.
Society Fair started a fundraiser to prevent it from closing. (Emily Leayman/Patch)

While February is the shortest month of the year, it wasn't lacking in news. A successful fundraiser for Society Fair, the approval of an apartment hotel and a proposed location for Bagel Uprising were among the top stories among Old Town Alexandria Patch readers.

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Below are some of the most read stories around Old Town Alexandria from February:

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Society Fair To Remain Open In Alexandria After Fundraiser

It looked like Society Fair could close in Old Town Alexandria on Feb. 8. That's no longer the case after a successful GoFundMe campaign.

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Prince Street Inn Approved By Alexandria Council

Alexandria City Council unanimously approved the special use permit for an apartment hotel in Old Town Saturday, Feb. 23. The Prince Street Inn will be a nine-unit hotel at 605 Prince Street.

Outdoor Market At Alexandria Waterfront Proposed

City Council approved a seasonal outdoor food and crafts market run by Vola's Dockside Grill in front of the Torpedo Factory Art Center. It would serve tacos, beer and non-alcoholic drinks and provide working space for up to five artists.

Winter Wonderland In Alexandria: A Snow Day In Photos

With roads covered in snow and schools and government offices closed, many were snowed in Feb. 20 in Alexandria. That's why we asked Patch readers to send photos of how the snow looks outside their windows.

Juvenile Charged For Middle School Bomb Threats In Alexandria

Alexandria Police say they've identified and charged a juvenile for bomb threats against Francis C. Hammond Middle School. Police say the juvenile made 911 hang-up phone calls regarding Hammond Middle School between December 2018 and February.

Permanent Location For Bagel Uprising Proposed In Del Ray

The closing of SnackBar last Labor Day left Bagel Uprising scrambling for a new location. Don't fret Bagel Uprising fans, because the local favorite has found a permanent home.

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