The Alexandria city unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.
The free festival returns for a 19th year with an outdoor gallery of different forms of art.
Despite tough challenges due to the pandemic, 2,900 restaurants nationwide were recognized by Wine Spectator, including 37 in VA, DC.
A remembrance ceremony will be held Saturday, and the Tower of Light tribute at the Pentagon may be visible in Alexandria.
Alexandria Police say a pedestrian remains in critical condition after a Tuesday crash.
Noah Lyles, an Alexandria graduate and Olympic bronze medalist, opened up about mental health struggles during his visit to Alexandria.
Help end the pandemic by wearing a mask over both your nose and mouth, washing your hands frequently, and getting vaccinated.
Alexandria residents who died on 9/11 will be among those memorialized at services on the attack’s 20th anniversary.
Top VA, DC news includes posthumous pardons of Black men executed in Virginia, high school moves to virtual learning, and vaccine mandates.
Various regional library systems have eliminated fines with the goal of increasing access.
The Planning Commission will consider tweaks to the zoning ordinance, extension of COVID-19 business flexibilities and more in September.
The public can vote for Southern Living's South's Best nominees and be entered for a $2,500 grand prize.
This weekend's calendar includes Washington Nationals home games, Festival of the Arts, Middle Eastern Food Festival and more.
Find a corn maze, pumpkin patch, gourds and other fall activities near Old Town Alexandria.
History, art, nature and culture are all in the neighborhood.
The City of Alexandria urges residents, businesses and property owners to prepare for the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida.
Foxtrot, a corner store, café and delivery market, will be located at the King and Washington Street intersection.
Various schedule changes are planned for the Labor Day holiday, and the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style rolls into town over the weekend.
The City of Alexandria invites the public to participate in its Academy programs to learn local government, partner agencies.
The City of Alexandria is currently accepting permit applications for “parklets”—temporary parks located in parking spaces.
Join the City of Alexandria and communities around the world in support of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31.
A man previously convicted for distribution of child pornography faces sentencing for a new possession conviction.
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Patch asked our readers to submit photos of their favorite pooches to celebrate International Dog Day.
Alexandria senior living community receiving strong interest in advance of early 2022 opening
Stomping Ground owner Nicole Jones has opened her latest restaurant in Old Town, according to a report.
Aug. 13, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge, Congressman Don Beyer (VA-08), and others visited.
All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day. The following list includes:
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Education publication K-12 Dive looks at principals who have made a difference in student success.
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Fall festivals, Halloween haunts and other events highlight this upcoming autumn season in Alexandria.
The city will draft an ordinance based on state legislation allowing localities to impose a 5-cent disposable plastic bag tax.
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The week-long event, with at least 25 participating restaurants, celebrates the innovative cocktail community in Old Town Alexandria.
Some Northern Virginia restaurants and delivery services earned high marks for cleanliness and others were cited for food violations.
City government and school employees will be asked to submit vaccine documentation or undergo weekly testing for COVID-19 at no direct cost.
Challenger 1 Cadet Squadron members recognized for community service
The City of Alexandria is preparing to scale up vaccination efforts in expectation of a recommendation for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.