Letter to the Editor: Alexandria's Spending Priorities?
Several weeks ago, the Alexandria city manager was reminded during a Federation of Civic Associations meeting that the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) was in a state of flux, and that Alexandria should stop or postpone any construction of the planned $268 million Metro Station in Potomac Yard. His reply was that Metro was beginning to turn around.
Firefighters from Station 201 Read to Lyles-Crouch Elementary Students.
‘So, Who Has Ever Heard of a Turnip?’
The fire engine pulls up in front of Lyles-Crouch Elementary School on Friday morning and four firefighters jump out and head for the front door.
Letter to the Editor: Appreciates Crossing Light
On behalf of residents, I would like to thank the city Department of Transportation for the crossing light at the intersection of Gibbon and South Columbus streets which was greatly needed.
Letter to the Editor: Join In Women’s March
The Women’s March on Washington will take place on Jan. 21.
Letter to the Editor: No Conciliation, then Litigation in Alexandria
Citizens of Alexandria make no mistake; your participation and community discussion with any and all projects related to our schools is truly a waste of time.
Thomas Pollack advances to Eagle Scout
Twelve Years from Cub Scout to the Top
Thomas Pollack reached the end of a long journey on Saturday, Jan. 7 when he received his Eagle neckerchief in his Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony at the Army-Navy Country Club.
Landmark Mall: 1965 - 2017
While big plans move forward for Landmark Mall, small businesses prepare for the end.
After a long battle with vacancy, Alexandria’s Landmark Mall has died.
WMATA requests more funding from Alexandria.
Even with cuts to rail and bus service, the elimination of 500 more Metro employees, and fare increases, Metro is still asking Alexandria for $32.5 million more in FY2018 than they did in FY2017.
In From the Cold in Alexandria
Winter Shelter provides refuge.
As temperatures have dropped, the City of Alexandria’s Winter Shelter has kept its doors open to those who need warmth, food, and shelter.
Talking about Talking in Alexandria
City Council approves change to public comment procedures.
At the City Council meeting on Jan. 10, the City Council spent an hour discussing whether or not the City Council takes too long discussing things.
A New Start in Alexandria
Gary Sinise Foundation helps wounded veteran build smart home in Alexandria.
There are roughly 11,200 veterans living in Alexandria, according to the Military Times, and with the help of several national charities and actor Gary Sinise, this spring there will be one more.
Schedule of City of Alexandria Services for 2017 Martin Luther King Jr. Day
All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr., Day holiday. Virginia state offices will also be closed on Friday, Jan. 13, for Lee-Jackson Day.
Partnering to Reduce Northern Virginia Congestion
Legislators tour past, present and future transportation projects.
The blessing of traffic, Martin Nohe said, is that “there’s lots of great transportation projects to choose from.”
In Session: Briefs
It doesn’t take much rain to trigger Alexandria’s 19th century sewage system to start dumping raw sewage into the Potomac River — about 0.03 inches, to be precise.
New Year, New Order: Organizing an unruly linen closet
If retrieving an item from the top shelf of one’s linen closet sets off an avalanche of mismatched sheets and tattered towels, it might be time for a linen closet reorganization.
Commentary: Republican Repeal Plan Promises Health Care Chaos
Over the course of a normal week, my office receives thousands of letters, emails, phone calls, and tweets from Northern Virginians.
Editorial: About the Alexandria Gazette Packet
Happy New Year. We need your help in 2017.
Commentary: Alexandria’s Four Seasons of Giving
Alexandria is an amazingly generous community, not just during the holiday season.
Art and Poetry Live in Alexandria
As we wind up 2016 and launch into a new year, I think of the poetry and art that many Alexandrians have shared with us.
Letter to the Editor: Progress at Jefferson-Houston
I am a parent of a kindergartner and first grader at Jefferson-Houston School.