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ALXnow’s top stories this week in Alexandria

Golden hour in Old Town (staff photo by Pia Kramer)

Happy Friday Alexandria!

This week brought news of the death of former Mayor Kerry Donley Wednesday (July 13), as well as the dedication of the tunnel boring machine for the RiverRenew Tunnel Project, meaning it’s ready to dig.

Top stories:

  1. Alexandria birthday celebration postponed to Sunday due to rain
  2. Alexandria Police investigating tracking device found in woman’s car
  3. Former Alexandria Mayor Kerry Donley dies
  4. Mother identifies son as suspect in Arlandria burglary
  5. Former Ft. Belvoir Commander Col. Gregory Gadson has advice for moving on
  6. Three Dunkin’ locations in Alexandria and Fairfax County were broken into on July 7
  7. Ted’s Bulletin coming to Carlyle Neighborhood near Wegman’s
  8. Employee credit cards stolen from backrooms of businesses in Old Town
  9. Former mayoral candidate Annetta Catchings elected chair of Alexandria Republican Party
  10. Alexandria Firefighters say equipment failures gamble the safety of residents

Recent Stories

It was a big week for getting a glimpse at Alexandria’s future. At a meeting this week, Deputy Director for Infrastructure and Environmental Quality Bill Skrabak offered an in-depth look…

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has unveiled the bluebell and cherry blossom-inspired art that will wrap around the exterior of the new Potomac Yard Metro station. Artist Rob…

Just Listed in Alexandria

A 2 BD/2 BA renovated townhome with an open floor plan, patio and fenced backyard in featured in Just Listed.

Alexandria transportation officials say that a pilot program to ease evening congestion on and around Duke Street is working and they want to make the changes permanent. City staff announced…

Monarch Montessori School located in the heart of Del Ray is enrolling children 6 weeks to 6 years of age for our half day and full day program.

Our hours of operation are 8:00 AM  to 5:30 PM, Monday-Friday. Monarch Montessori School is open year round, with intermittent breaks.  

Children engage in self-directed, self-initiated activities under the guidance of a trained Montessori teacher. Classroom sizes range from 8-12 students. Our robust curriculum includes botany, sensorial activities, the social graces, culture, math, science, practical life, geography, music appreciation and language arts. 

You’ll get half off of the registration fee when you register and begin care with us before April 30, 2023.

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2023 Alexandria Scottish Rite Friends & Family Charity Event

On Saturday Evening May 6th, 2023, at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, the Valley of Alexandria Scottish Rite will be holding its annual charity fundraiser for kids with speech and language disabilities. This event is open to the public.

Del Ray Dog Fest & Yappy Hour

The 1st Annual Del Ray Dog Fest is a fun outdoor event that will include dog-centered activities, dog menu items, live music, vendors and food on Sunday, April 2 from 11am- 3pm at the George Washington Middle School parking lot.

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