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New deputy county executive for Prince William coming from New York City
FROM Prince William County Govrment 05/23/23 / Local Government / People & Places /
Quintin Haynes has been hired as Prince William County's Deputy County Executive for General Government. The Board of County Supervisors concurred with the County Executive’s decision to appoint Haynes, who will begin work June 12, 2023.
OmniRide to hold May 22 public hearing virtually at 6 p.m.for FY 2024 budget
FROM OMNIRIDE 05/18/23 / Local Government / Money & Taxes / Transportation / Woodbridge /
The proposed $86 million budget includes $59.7 million for operating expenses and $26.3 million in capital costs. It also includes a fare increase for commuter bus services from $6.90 to $9 per trip when paying with the SmarTrip card. To participate in the remote meeting, email
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Concert at County’s Connaughton Plaza this Friday, May 19
FROM PWC Government 05/16/23 / Local Government / People & Places / Woodbridge / Creative Arts / Good Eating / Music / Pets /
The 11-to-13-piece band, based out of Manassas, is the next act lined up for the Fridays at 5 Summer Concert Series on Friday, May 19, at the Sean T. Connaughton Plaza at the McCoart Government Center. The concert starts at 5 p.m.
PWC Crime Report for May 15, Sexual assault & video filming: Arrest in case of victim under age 15
FROM Prince William County Police Department Reports 05/16/23 / Health & Safety / People & Places / Police & Fire Beat / Woodbridge /
On May 15, 2023 Prince William County Police Department detectives concluded the investigation into a sexual assault that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 1400 block of California St. in Woodbridge (22191) sometime between Jan, 2-5, 2023.
Auxiliary travel lane on I-95 south now open between Rt.123 and PW Parkway exits
FROM Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) 05/15/23 / Health & Safety / Lake Ridge / State Government / Transportation / Woodbridge /
A new auxiliary lane on southbound I-95 from Rte. 123 (Gordon Boulevard, Exit 160) to Prince William Parkway (Route 294, Exit 158) is now open, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Flags at half-staff recognize Peace Officers Memorial Day
FROM the Office od Governor Glenn Youngkin 05/14/23 / Breaking News / Police & Fire Beat / State Government /
The U.S. Stars and Stripes and the flags of the Commonwealth of Virginia shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, May 15, 2023, according to an order issued by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
PW Police investigate 11:09 p.m. fatality involving Dumfries pedestrian
FROM Prince William County Police Department Reports 05/13/23 / Health & Safety / People & Places / Police & Fire Beat /
On May 8, 2023 at 11:09PM, crash investigators from the Prince William County Police Department responded to the area of Potomac Shores Pkwy and River Heritage Blvd. in Dumfries (22026) to investigate a crash involving a pedestrian.
Children’s activities outdoors: National Kids to Parks Day on May 20 at Va. State Parks
FROM Virginia State Parks 05/10/23 / Breaking News / State Government / Kids Konnection / Parks & Recreation /
Virginia State Parks will feature kid-friendly programming in celebration of National Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 20, to encourage kids to discover science, history, nature and adventure by exploring the outdoors.
Thinking about building a deck? Prince William County offers tips
FROM Prince William County Government 05/10/23 / Breaking News / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Real Estate /
Building safety experts from the county's development administration sectionwill share important information and dive into everything from fire safety tips and home maintenance best practices, to how to permit your next home project.
Today's Obituaries
Half-staff flags in memory of Va. Tech shootings in 2007
Governor Glenn Youngkin ordered that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of the 16th Anniversary of the Virginia Tech shooting. Some 32 people were killed in this incident.
Pat Conroy dies; former mayor of Town of Occoquan
Pat Conroy, who served four consecutive two-year terms as mayor of Occoquan, from July 1998 through June 2006, recently passed away in Florida.
Kim Hosen, leading conservationist in Prince William County
As the defender of Prince William County’s natural places, green spaces, and especially the rural crescent, her legacy lives on through all of us. Her deep understanding of smart growth made it possible to elevate protecting special places, connecting people to nature, according to a statement from PWCA. Please visit her newly installed plaque at Merrimac Farm Wildlife Management Area, to whisper thoughts, condolences, and hopes for conservationists that follow in her footsteps.
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