Occoquan
Occoquan Mayor Starts Shuttle Service for Train Passengers to Spur Tourism
April 25, 2013
Now, instead of just telling people about what’s happening in the town, Occoquan’s mayor will actually bring people there.
More Than 70 Boats Used in Occoquan Clean Up
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April 16, 2013
Using kayaks and an army of volunteers, a the results of a large coordinated clean-up of the Occoquan River have been tabulated.
Occoquan Boat Fire Cause Electrical
March 24, 2013
A fire broke out on a boat behind Maddigan’s Waterfront Grill in Occoquan today.
Slide show: Runners Fill Streets at Inaugural Frigid 5K
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March 5, 2013
On a cold February morning, the first Frigid 5K Run was held in Occoquan.
Smoke Prompts Evacuation of Occoquan Elementary School
January 23, 2013
Students and staff at Occoquan Elementary School in Woodbridge are in classroom trailers at right now after someone reported a fire on the school building’s roof.
Businesses, Residents Along Furnace Road in Lorton Told to Expect Noise
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January 14, 2013
It’s going to get louder on a stretch of Interstate 95 at Lorton soon.
Amphitheater, Terrace Possibilities for New Occoquan Park
January 10, 2013
A terrace, amphitheatre, even ice skating could be coming to a new park in Occoquan.
As Planned Highway Traverses Occoquan Watershed, Questions on Bi-County Parkway Remain
December 30, 2012
For those of you drinking a cup of coffee or tea in Prince William or Fairfax County, there’s a good chance the water in that tea came from the Occoquan Reservoir.
10 Most Clicked Stories of 2012
December 27, 2012
Powerful storms, car crashes that injured and killed youth, the opening of new restaurants, the loss of a familiar face at one of the area’s most famous restaurants, and the changing landscape of Woodbridge topped the list of the most clicked news stories of the year on PotomacLocal.com.
Nearly $50,000 in Fines Don’t Deter Popsicle Signs
December 15, 2012
Did you know that each time you pass by a road sign on the median in Prince William County – you’re paying for it?
Children Still in Need of Gift Sponsors
December 13, 2012
Each year Volunteer Prince William works to make sure some needy children in our area receive something special for Christmas.
Candland Rebukes Budget Review
December 12, 2012
In an annual budget process that began earlier in the cycle than normal, political leaders are far from running out of steam.
Occoquan Dam Siren to Sound Thursday
December 11, 2012
Residents who live near the Occoquan River Dam will hear a warning siren on Thursday, and officials warn it’s just a drill.
Prince William Among 100 Best Communities
December 8, 2012
Prince William has once again been recognized as one of the nations best 100 communities in the nation for young people.
Occoquan Expects Park Deal in January
December 6, 2012
Expect to see the creation of a park in Occoquan at the site of the Fairfax County water treatment plant.
Area Schools Begin Winter Break Dec. 24
December 6, 2012
Students, staff, and faculty at areas schools will be ready for a long winter’s retreat when the holidays roll around.
Tax Hikes, Spending Cuts Discussed in Budget Proposals
December 4, 2012
Ideas on how to fund the needs of Prince William County are on the table, though some of them differ.
Gaslight Landing Restarts Construction
December 1, 2012
Gaslight Landing is rebooting the stalled construction of their remaining river and roadside housing units.
2,400 Area Children Need Christmas Gifts
November 30, 2012
There is an increased need in our area this season to provide a bit of Christmas cheer for some needy children in Prince William County.
New Transit Buses Arrive
November 29, 2012
Bus commuters in Prince William County will now have new seats on 13 new buses.