Alexandria Letter: Here’s How Citizens Feel
Letter to the Editor
Our City Council hardly hesitates to backhandedly dismiss citizens’ thoughtful concerns about whatever deal-du-jour City Council fancies — Ramsey Homes, Woodbine, Colonial Inn, North Old Town Giant site, hardly used bicycle lanes on King Street Hill, La Bergerie, etc.
Alexandria Letter: Effects of Higher Property Taxes
Letter to the Editor
We have just paid 2016 property taxes on different apartment buildings and the tax increase alone over last year's taxes equates to about an extra $15 per month per apartment unit.
Alexandria Letter: Not Enforcing Zoning Code
Letter to the Editor
Every City Council in the history of zoning laws in this city has sought to preserve and protect the residential character of neighborhoods by implementing and enforcing a zoning code … but not the current City Council.
Alexandria Column: What Would Dr. King Say?
Commentary
Our nation is tragically and inextricably gripped by violence, last month in Orlando, then Minnesota and Baton Rouge, and now Dallas. All of these incidents are unthinkable and heartbreaking in their own way. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who have suffered in all of these locations.
Editorial: Be Part of Our Annual Community Guide
Share tips in upcoming Newcomers and Community Guides.
The Connection’s annual Newcomers and Community Guides will publish Aug. 24 with a deadline of Aug. 17.
Alexandria Column: Calling All Seniors 60-Plus
Commentary–Senior Services of Alexandria
The Senior Academy is back for its second annual session starting on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at City Hall from 10 a.m. to noon and will continue every Wednesday through Sept. 28.
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria: Born 70 Years Ago
Founded out of concern for local animals.
Seventy years ago this June the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria was born, and it was one of the first humane organizations in metropolitan Washington.
Alexandria Letter: Orphaned Intersection?
Letter to the Editor
If you have ever tried to move through the intersection of King and Union streets on a weekend or holiday, you most likely would comment: “It’s a zoo!”
Alexandria Letter: Re-think Decision
Letter to the Editor
The following open letter is addressed to Mayor Allison Silberberg and the City Council.
Alexandria Letter: Try ‘Quiet Fireworks’
Letter to the Editor
The New York Times recently published an article regarding the popularity of "Quiet Fireworks" in Europe.These are beautiful displays without the loud booms of traditional fireworks.
Alexandria Letter: History Matters
Letter to the Editor
Two articles caught my attention in last week’s Gazette, the first, a report on the council’s decision on the Ramsey redevelopment; the other a letter to the editor in support of maintaining the name Jefferson Highway.
Alexandria Letter: Why Concentrate Poverty?
Letter to the Editor
Your June 16 lead article, “No Vacancy,” is most disturbing. Homelessness is a problem and Bridges to Independence may be an excellent facility, but Carpenter’s Shelter is our primary concern. Your story references an expansion, a 90-100 unit expansion as guided by City Council.
From The Old Town Boutique District: Opening a Business?
Here are a few tips.
When I decided to open a retail store in Old Town Alexandria, I was looking for an opportunity to do something that I loved, be my own boss and be able to walk to work everyday with my dog.
Alexandria Letter: Another View Of Davis
Letter to the Editor
At its June 13 meeting, two members of the Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Confederate Memorials and Street Names made mistaken statements about Jefferson Davis.
Alexandria Letter: Saint Jane?
Letter to the Editor
I hereby nominate Dr. Jane Grayson for sainthood. All those in favor, say “Aye!”… I was picking up records at Alexandria Hospital and, stopped by the Cancer Center to leave a note for Dr. Grayson just to say, “Hi!” and that I’m doing well.