The crash took the life of John Avnevine, 82, of Beltsville, Md., who was driving a 2009 Lincoln Town Car near Hendrick Honda on Route 1 in Woodbridge.
An investigation revealed that the driver of the 2016 Hyundai Elantra failed to stop before entering the roadway from a business parking lot. After exiting the parking lot, the driver also failed to proceed to the closest available lane and crossed paths in front of another driver, said police.
Firefighters in Stafford County were called to two house fires Monday evening, February 21.
Just before 6 p.m. on Monday, crews went to a structure fire on Dorothy Lane in North Stafford. Crews found heavy fire coming from the roof and attached garage of a two-story, single-family home, said fire and rescue spokeswoman Katie Brady.
Join us on Sunday, May 31st, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a beautifully curated afternoon celebrating the romance and inspiration of European travel. We recommend arriving at 2:45 PM for the best seating. We’ll begin with a brief presentation highlighting unforgettable journeys along Europe’s iconic rivers with AmaWaterways, followed by a special screening of Under the Tuscan Sun — a heartwarming story set against the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany and the transformative power of embracing life abroad. A minimum $5 per person donation to Manna Food Center is required to attend, and we are proud to match donations up to $500. You may also elect to donate more. Non-perishable food donations are also warmly welcomed. Raffle proceeds will benefit Manna as well, helping provide nourishment and support to families in our community. Come immerse yourself in the beauty of Europe, enjoy wonderful company, and make a meaningful difference. We look forward to welcoming you.
Greetings, Prince William – The Human Services Alliance of Greater Prince William needs adult volunteers to serve on a committee to review grants submitted to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Community Grant Program. Serving on the committee would require volunteers to review and score grant proposals. Training and instruction will be provided. This is a remote volunteer opportunity; however, internet access is required as an online grants management platform is being used. Meetings will be held via Zoom, but some in-person meetings may be required. The ARPA grant submission period ends March 13, and the review process will occur between March 14 and March 27. Please visit https://bit.ly/3oXX7lN for more information; email [email protected] for more information.
Youth Preparedness Council offers an opportunity for teens to share their ideas and feedback with FEMA, grow their leadership skills, and develop preparedness projects. Please visit https://bit.ly/34TCArn for more information. Application period closes March 6, 2022.
[Updated 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, February 22] A 20-year-old man was shot and killed today in North Stafford.
Christopher McDuffie, 25, of Stafford. was shot several times in a courtyard in the Garrison Woods apartments on Garrison Woods Drive, off Onville Road near a Home Depot store, about 2:45 p.m.
Eight years later, police in Prince William County are still searching for a killer who shot a woman in cold blood in a grocery store and left empty-handed.
Glenda Marisol Coca-Romero, 21, was killed on February 21, 2014, at the former Platanillos Grocery and Jewelry store at 14342 Jefferson Davis Highway in Woodbridge.
Benny’s Manassas location, to be known as Benny Capolago’s, will fill a vacant corner storefront next to Harris Pavilion on Center Street in the city’s downtown district.
Benny’s Pizza will soon be serving their famous “Virginia Slice” in Downtown Manassas. The pizza chain famous for their gigantic 28″ pizza pies will open at 9209 Center Street later this year.
Prince William County Police Chief Peter Newsham appointed a number two.
The department tapped Kimberly C. Chisley-Missouri as its new assistant chief. Major Chisley-Missouri is the first African-American woman to serve as an assistant chief with the Prince William County Police Department.
