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Virginia Is for Pet Lovers, Too
Cosmetics testing, research dogs/cats, dangerous dogs, pet store employees come under scrutiny
The 2021 Virginia General Assembly had only six companion animal-related bills before it this session; a small number compared to the roughly two dozen during the 2020 session, and a dozen in 2019.
Surovell Recognized
Northern Virginia senator is Humane Society Senate Legislator of the Year 2022
Legislator recognized
Northern Virginia Regional Parks Land Acreage
New parcels grow two parks.
NOVA Parks will mark the acquisition of land to add acreage to two existing parks with ribbon-cutting ceremonies: this week at Occoquan Regional Park, in Lorton, and later, in July, at Pohick Bay Regional Park, located on Mason Neck.
Volunteer Uncovers Brickwork Mystery in Lorton
Extensive brickwork pathways, lined culverts, and walls found at Laurel Hill Park.
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New Giant Opens at Springfield Plaza
With no interruption in service to loyal Springfield Plaza customers as promised, Giant opened their new, larger, 50,000 square foot store with enhanced features at the Plaza at 6 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13.
Laurel Hill Gardens Cut the Ribbon and the Middleman
Garden plots hold promise of food for the table
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Virginia Legislators Join In Call for Research Dog Adoptions
Several Virginia legislators this week signed their names to an appeal to save 80 beagles used in toxicity tests
Burke Gets New Grocery Store
In a line that rivaled those for recent early voting, about 200 shoppers awaited the opening of the new Lidl grocery store in Burke at the Rolling Valley Shopping Center on Old Keene Mill Road on Oct. 28.
Northern Virginia Parks Lure Vacation Campers
Low risk campgrounds open.
Though making safe vacation choices during the Covid-19 pandemic is challenging, area parks are ready to welcome vacationers with fresh air and de-stressing camping opportunities.