Public Meeting on Landmark Mall to be Monday

Come and learn more about redevelopment plans.

Cherry Blossom Custard Available at The Dairy Godmother in Del Ray

Owner Liz Davis says to expect the return of Cicada Crunch frozen custard in May.

Alexandria Renew Rate Restructuring Moves Forward

Customers could see a drop in their bills with the elimination of a billing service fee.

Restaurant Inspections: 9 Restaurants with Violations

Of the 11 restaurants the Health Department inspected in the second half of March, two had zero violations.

Delight Magazine Names The Happy Tart to 'Best Bakeries' List

Bakeries praised for their 100-percent, gluten-free selections.

Your 2013 Taxes and Refund: Tax Tips From Inside the IRS

As "Tax Day" on April 15 approaches, Dave Stewart from the IRS offers tips on Patch Local Voices.

Public Meeting Scheduled on Landmark Mall Plans

The Howard Hughes Corp. plans to demolish the central area of the mall and replace it with a mixed-use residential and retail complex.

Restaurant Inspections: 4 Restaurants Checked Recently

Zero violations found at one local eatery.

Last Chance: Girl Scout Cookie Booth Sales in Alexandria End Sunday

Use this app to find out where to buy Girl Scout Cookies in Alexandria.

Restaurant Inspections: No Violations at One Local Restaurant

Patch brings you the latest restaurant and health inspection reports from Alexandria's West End.

Free Rita's Italian Ice on Wednesday

Wednesday is the first day of spring. Celebrate the coming warm weather with a cool treat.

City Receives Landmark Mall Redevelopment Plans

Howard Hughes Corp. submits plans, but mall owner and City of Alexandria officials are quiet on details.

New Ethiopian Restaurant Coming to West End

Sora Ethiopian Market and Carry-Out will carry Ethiopian specialities.

Port City Brings Home Silver in Beer Competition

Essential Pale Ale and Monumental IPA win in Chicago.

Fit for a Bride: Shopping for a Wedding Dress in Alexandria

These bridal shops in Alexandria have gorgeous dresses for any budget.

Alexandria Chimney Sweepers Win Angie’s List Award

Rooftop Chimney Sweeps is based in Alexandria.

Food Inspections: Polk Elementary, Three Restaurants Inspected

Patch brings you the latest restaurant and health inspection reports from Alexandria's West End.

Emma’s Chicken Opens on West End

Van Dorn Street restaurant offers chicken, Latin American specialities.

Landmark Gateway Developer Seeking New Retail

Mixed-use development will be located at the corner of South Van Dorn and South Pickett streets.

Alexandria's Splash Dive Center Thrives on Dry Land

The Duke Street dive center sells and rents scuba diving and snorkeling gear, trains divers and charters boats for excursions.

Alexandria Residents Start Craft Brewery; Seek Donations Via Kickstarter

Matt Rose and his wife, Kerri, will open their brewery this summer in Alexandria.

Health Inspections: 2 Schools, 10 Restaurants Inspected Recently

Patch brings you the latest restaurant and health inspection reports from Alexandria's West End.

Where to Buy a Snow Shovel

Plus: Safety tips for shoveling snow.

The Wireless Center Opens Beauregard Store

The new shop takes part of the spot where Blockbuster Video was located.

Alexandria Big Lots Holds Grand Opening (VIDEO)

“Friends and Family” sale coming Sunday at the West End’s new discount store.

Health Inspections: 4 Schools, 1 Restaurant, 1 Nursing Home Inspected

Patch brings you the latest restaurant and health inspection reports from Alexandria's West End.

Alexandria Big Lots Now Open

Discount store is located near Landmark Mall.

Where's the Cheapest Gas in Alexandria?

Gas prices are rising. Here's where you can save money on gas in Alexandria.

Dishcrawl Makes Shirlington Debut in March

Group invites foodies to inaugural event in Shirlington Village.

Girl Scout Cookie Booth Sales Start Friday

Here's where to buy Girl Scout Cookies in Alexandria this weekend.

Restaurant Inspections: 10 Restaurants, 1 School Inspected for Health Violations

Patch publishes the most recent local restaurant health inspection reports.

Area Blockbuster Stores Closing

The Annandale and Kingstowne locations—the only ones remaining close to Alexandria—are both closing.

Giant Expanding Duke Street Location

Giant is to undergo more than $250,000 in renovations in 2013.

Restaurant Inspections: Most Recent Reports from the Health Department

Four local restaurants have been inspected recently; here are the results from food service inspection reports in Alexandria's west end.

The Sauce Queens Get Fresh and Grow Their Business

Two local moms slowly begin to build up their salsa and sauce business while juggling kids, husband and everything else in between.

Dominion Power Crews Help with Northeast Blizzard Power Outages

More than 600,000 people across the Northeast were without power following a blizzard that dumped more than three feet of snow in many areas.

Thousands of Flights Canceled Ahead of Northeast Blizzard

Passengers should check ahead with airlines for cancelations or delays if they're traveling to New England, the Northeast and elsewhere this weekend, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority advises.

Visions for Vacancies: Rick's Wine & Gourmet

What should go in the Alexandria Commons storefront vacated by Rick's Wine & Gourmet?

Burger7 Opening at Foxchase Delayed

The new Burger7 restaurant may not open until April at the Foxchase Shopping Center.

Port City Brewing Co. on 'CBS This Morning'

Alexandria craft brewery featured in a story about the beer market and the growth of small, independent beer companies.