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Updated 1 p.m. -- All 111 Prince William Estates neighborhood residents who lost power on Monday had it restored by 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2024.

"Initially, it was called in as two broken poles and two broken cross arms. When our crews arrived, they found the first broken cross-arm and a second before coming across a third broken pole. So three broken poles total," said Dominion Energy spokeswoman Aisha Khan. "Also, there was an untraceable gas line connected to the third broken pole, causing it to be a tough dig for our crews.

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Residents of Prince William Estates in Dumfries have been experiencing a power outage since early this morning, affecting 111 customers in the neighborhood in Dumfries.

According to Dominion Energy, the outage was caused by a fallen tree that broke two utility poles.

The power outage was first reported at 5:56 a.m., and Dominion Energy crews have been working throughout the day to restore power. Aisha Khan, Dominion Energy spokeswoman, provided an update on the situation.

“A tree fell, breaking two poles, causing the outage,” Khan stated. “The exact reason for the tree falling is unknown, but it was likely due to natural causes, such as the tree being dead and falling naturally. Dominion field crews have been on-site all day, working diligently on restoration efforts.”

The Dominion outage map indicates that power is expected to be restored between 5 and 8 p.m. this evening. Residents are advised to prepare for continued power outages until then.

Currently, there have been no official announcements from the Town of Dumfries or Prince William County regarding providing services to assist residents during the outage.

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On June 3 at 10:30 p.m, officers responded to a shooting in the 3700 block of Masthead Trail. in Triangle, where a 15-year-old male juvenile was shot and later died from his injuries, and three other males, aged 16, 18, and 20, were wounded but are expected to survive. The incident, which does not appear to be random, is under active investigation by detectives.

Homicide Investigation – On June 3 at 10:30PM, officers responded to the 3700 block of Masthead Trl. in Triangle (22172) to investigate a shooting. The preliminary investigation revealed a group of males were in a grass area to the rear of the homes in the above area, when multiple shots were fired. The parties dispersed as officers arrived on scene. Officers from Prince William County and the Town of Dumfries initially located and provided first aid to two of the victims found suffering from gunshot wounds. Fire and rescue personnel transported both victims to an area hospital where one of the victims, identified as a 15-year-old male juvenile, later died from his injuries. The other victim, an adult male, is expected to survive. While checking the area, a second juvenile male, was located nearby suffering from a graze wound and was treated at the hospital. During the incident, additional information was received of a fourth victim, another adult male, who had been driven to an area hospital suffering from gunshot wounds. The two adult victims, and the second juvenile victim are expected to survive. No property damage has been reported. At this time, this incident does not appear to be random. Detectives are actively investigating leads as the investigation continues. Virginia law prohibits law enforcement from disclosing the decedent’s identity due to their age. More information will be released when available.

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The deceased was identified as a 15-year-old male juvenile of Triangle

The surviving victims were identified as a 16-year-old male juvenile, an 18-year-old man, and a 20-year-old man all of Triangle

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On June 8, 2024, two free programs will take place in Dumfries to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Prince William Resolves.

These events mark a significant historical step taken by Prince William County citizens in 1774 when they protested the British parliament’s “Intolerable Acts” by drafting and signing the Prince William Resolves.

Resolve & Revolution
The first program, Resolve & Revolution, will occur from 10 am to 3 pm at Merchant Park, located at 3944 Cameron St., Dumfries, VA 22026. This family-friendly event will include:

– An immersive play reenacting the historic debate
– Children’s activities
– Puppet shows
– Tours of Dumfries and the Weems-Botts Museum
– Food and music

This event offers an opportunity to learn about the historical significance of the Prince William Resolves. For more information, call 703-792-1731.

Tavern Night at Williams Ordinary
The second program, Tavern Night, will be held from 6 pm to 9 pm at Williams Ordinary, located at 17674 Main Street in Dumfries. This 21+ event will feature colonial music, reenactors, and 18th-century games.

Attendees can taste a historically inspired brew from Water’s End and enjoy a themed menu from Dixie Bones BBQ. Food, drinks, and Sip of History mugs will be available for purchase, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the Prince William Historic Preservation Foundation.

For more details, call 703-792-1731 or visit Water’s End Brewery Tavern Night.

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(Washington Business Journal) Sonic, which, of course, sells burgers and hot dogs but is probably best known for its drinks (large variety of shakes, slushes) and sides (tots, onion rings, mozzarella sticks), only operates two franchised restaurants in Northern Virginia, one in Manassas and another in Leesburg [and in Stafford County].

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On Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 2:38 PM, fire units were dispatched to the 3800 block of Port Hope Point in Dumfries following a report of a townhouse fire. Crews arrived to find smoke emanating from the two-story townhouse.

The fire was located in the kitchen and extinguished. No one was home at the time of the incident.

The house was deemed unsafe to occupy, displacing one adult and three children. The Red Cross assisted one adult and three children. The Fire Marshal’s Office confirmed the fire started in the kitchen and was accidental. The exact cause is still under investigation.

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House fire displaces 6

Fire crews were dispatched to a house fire in the 19100 block of Rosings Way in Triangle at 3:58 a.m. When they arrived, they were met with a working fire and quickly went to work extinguishing the blaze.

One of the occupants smelled smoke and alerted the other family members, who safely evacuated before fire crews arrived. No injuries were reported.

The structure sustained extensive damage, displacing two adults and four children. A Building Official determined the home was unsafe to occupy.

The Red Cross is assisting the family. The Fire Marshal’s Office is still on the scene determining the cause of the fire.

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Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood

A public hearing took place on May 8 concerning the Harbor Reserve Project in Prince William County and a partial easement in the Town of Dumfries. Present at the meeting were members of the Dumfries Town Council, a representative from County Supervisor Andrea Bailey's office, the Dumfries Town Manager, the Dumfries Town Attorney, and other Dumfries Town staff.

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