Obituary: Marcella Anderson
Obituary
Marcella Anderson, of Alexandria, died in her home on Sunday, July 26, 2015.
Governor’s School Students Complete Research
Six students from high schools throughout Virginia — including West Potomac High School’s Hayden McCloud — presented their summer research projects at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science on July 17 in front of an audience of mentors, parents, peers, and members of the VIMS community.
Alexandria Firefighter a Pass-Catching Force for D.C. Divas
Whisonant won bodybuilding title at World Police and Fire Games.
The D.C. Divas will play on July 25 for a chance to go to the WFA national championship game.
Alexandria: Harold John Berman, Local Dermatologist, Dies at 87
Active in the Alexandria Medical Society.
Harold John Berman, a dermatologist who practiced in Alexandria for more than 54 years, died June 28 at Suburban Hospital of respiratory complications. He was 87.
Alexandria: Land, Air, Sea
EYA reveals historic influences for Robinson Terminal South development.
Despite a long struggle with local residents, plans for Robinson Terminal South’s redevelopment into an apartment and retail space are moving forward.
Alexandria: Assembling Social Justice League
Social Services Advisory Board regroups and refocuses.
Everyone on the Social Services Advisory Board was there for different reasons, and most have concerns related to a specific human services need.
Rowing for Loyola
Lillian Lane, a 2015 West Potomac High School graduate, committed to row for the Loyola University Maryland crew team next year.
Alexandria: AWLA’s Got Seoul
A local response to global issue.
It is hard to imagine that dogs in some parts of the world are being prepared for brutal deaths to become human food.
Alexandria People at Work: Midwife Says Full Moons Bring on the Babies
Jennifer Argueta has first call for 24 hours beginning Saturday at 10 p.m. "First call almost always means a baby," Argueta said. She is a midwife at BirthCare & Women's Health on King Street in Alexandria.
Alexandria: Summer Tips for Pet Lovers
From the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Be sure your pets have access to fresh water and shelter from the sun. Fair-skinned dogs or those with light coats and exposed skin should wear sunscreen or be kept inside during peak hours of sun exposure.
Alexandria: AWLA Hosting 2016 Alexandria Animal of the Year Contest
Does your dog look at a camera and smile, or do your cats like to snuggle together? Or maybe your guinea pig shares dried papaya with your cockatoo? If your pet is especially adorable, capture the moment, and he or she could become the 2016 Alexandria Animal of the Year.
Letter: Empty Rhetoric
Letter to the Editor
Having recently questioned the Gazette for its silence on the ongoing saga of Hunting Point aka The Bridgeyard, I was happy to see the coverage on the Planning Commission’s approval of the proposed clubhouse there.
Letter: City’s Wise Investments
Letter to the Editor
The City of Alexandria just received a bond rating upgrade — to AAA stable. You cannot get any better than this!
Alexandria: ‘Senior Academy’ To Launch This Fall
Senior Services of Alexandria
Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) along with the City of Alexandria is reaching out to seniors 60 and over to participate in a 4-week “Senior Academy.” The Academy’s goal to inform Alexandria residents about the various city government programs and services available to seniors and to encourage them to get involved in all that the city has to offer.
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