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Casino Opposition | Altered Gift Card Frauds | Christmas Fire: VA News
Online Predator Sting | 87-Year-Old Pedestrian Dead | Arena's Economic Impact | False Active Shooter | Hotel Speakeasy | Parking Enforcement
VIRGINIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Northern Virginia and DC. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
Strong Opposition To Casino On Silver Line, Fairfax County: Survey
Public sentiment to a casino being built has remained mostly opposed to the idea since Patch first reported on Sept. 25 that Comstock Companies was planning to build one somewhere on the Silver Line outside the Capital Beltway.
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Arena In Alexandria's Potomac Yard Could Create 29K+ Jobs: Report
Since the proposal for a Washington Capitals and Wizards arena in an entertainment district was announced for Potomac Yard, key findings of an economic impact analysis have been released.
Target Fraud Ring Suspects Caught With 1,000 Gift Cards
Two California men were arrested by police in connection with a complex fraud ring involving altered gifts cards from Target.
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Hot Ashes Sparked House Blaze On Christmas: Fire Officials
Improperly discarded fireplace ashes caused a Christmas Day house fire, according to the fire marshal's office.
Woman Dies In Christmas Day Fire: Officials
A woman died early Christmas day in a townhome fire, according to the Fire and Rescue Department. The name of the victim has not yet been released.
87-Year-Old Pedestrian Dies Crossing Street: Police
An 87-year-old man died after he was struck by an SUV while walking near an intersection, authorities said.
Active Shooter Reported Was A Swatting Attempt: Police
A report of an active shooter brought several first responders to a home on Tuesday, according to a report from Hyperbole. The report was a hoax as part of a swatting attempt.
Child Sex Predators Caught In Sting By Police
In a crackdown on child predators soliciting sex from minors, police arrested 10 suspects with investigative assistance from a K9.
New Hilton Hotel, Speakeasy Planned For Development
A new Hilton hotel is coming to a Northern Virginia city, complete with its own speakeasy, wine bar, and café.
Parking Enforcement Ramps Up With New Pilot Program
Parking enforcement will be ramped up in a commercial corridor as police launched a new pilot program with a contractor.
Man Shot At Victim, Broke Car Window Before Hit And Run: Police
Authorities are looking for a man who broke a vehicle's window, shot at a victim, and then crashed a stolen vehicle.
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