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Va. State Police say report suspicious drone activity to VSP Va. Fusion Center
FROM Virginia State Police 12/19/24 / Breaking News / Health & Safety / Police & Fire Beat / State Government /
As of Dec. 18, 2024, the Virginia Fusion Center (VFC), which is located within the Homeland Security Division of the Virginia State Police, says it has received 150+ tips regarding drone activity in the Commonwealth. "All of the tips are being investigated and shared with key stakeholders. We encourage anyone who witnesses a drone flying over critical infrastructure, such as energy installations, or military sites, to contact the Virginia Fusion Center,” said Virginia State Police Special Agent D. Robinson. “This will enable us to work with our partners to determine exactly what is occurring, and how to move forward.”
Possible scams relating to Hurricane Sandy relief, IRS warns
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11/13/12 / Breaking News /
The Internal Revenue Service has issued a consumer alert about possible scams taking place in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Following major disasters, it’s common for scam artists to impersonate charities to get money or private information from well-intentioned taxpayers. Such fraudulent schemes may involve contact by telephone, social media, email or in-person solicitations.
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Del. Anderson to host House of Delegates orientation for students
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11/09/12 / Breaking News / Education /
Del. Richard L. Anderson (R-51st) will host a Nov. 14 orientation session for parents and area students in grades 7-12 who want to participate in the 2013 51st House District “Future Delegate Program.” The goal is for more Prince William students to understand Virginia’s legislative process.
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Lake Ridge area church to hold annual turkey give away
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11/07/12 / Breaking News / Religion /
Holiness Tabernacle Church Of God In Christ in Woodbridge VA is sponsoring ‘Tis the Season to Give Thanks – and giving away free turkeys for the Thanksgiving holiday. The distribution is Saturday, Nov. 17 beginning at 10 a.m.
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Target announces plans to close store at Manassas Mall
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11/07/12 / Breaking News / Business /
Target will close its store in Manassas VA in 90 days. A news release cited "financial performance at this particular location" as the reason for the company's decision.
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Election eve rally for Romney at GMU’s Patriot Center in Fairfax VA
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By Heidi M. Baumstark 11/06/12 / Breaking News / People & Places /
 Mitt Romney speaks to crowd at Patriot Center Nov. 5 |
Obama, Clinton make one of the final campaign trail stops in Prince William County VA
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By Terri L. Erwin-Fitz 11/04/12 / Breaking News / People & Places /
Though both presidential candidates, Mitt Romney and Barack Obama, had scheduled campaign stops in Prince William County VA before Halloween, Hurricane Sandy made both reschedule events. On Nov. 3, President Obama along with former President Bill Clinton made their appearance together at a campaign stop at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow VA.
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Q & A about your smoke detector
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11/02/12 / Breaking News / Health & Safety /
The Virginia Department of Fire Safety has answered the most frequently asked questions about smoke detectors. Safety officials recommend changing smoke alarm batteries when turning the clocks back Nov. 4.
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Daylight Savings Time ends Nov. 4; set clock back
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11/02/12 / Breaking News / Health & Safety / Local Government /
This Sunday, Nov. 4, residents are reminded to set their clocks back one hour for the end of Daylight Savings Time. Also change the batteries in all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when you change your clock. This is the 25th year of "Change you clock, change your battery" slogan.
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US Senate expands healthcare for veterans; measure known as Elizabeth Dole legislation
Measure now goes to House of Representatives for consideration.
