Bringing Joy in Cabin John
Escorted by the Cabin John Volunteer Fire Department, Santa made his annual rounds through area neighborhoods, collecting toys for the National Center for Children and Families, the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots and the Children’s National Medical Center.
Mom and Daughters Launch Sonoran Rose in Potomac
Boutique shop opened last month.
Potomac is welcoming Sonoran Rose — a new women’s boutique loaded with clothing, jewelry, accessories, home décor and gift items — to the retail space previously occupied by Flora’s Nest.
So Many Gifts, And So Close in Potomac
Exploring what’s available in the shops at Potomac Woods Plaza and Park Potomac.
Not to bring on a Potomac panic, but soon all holiday shopping must be finished.
Congratulations Hoover Middle School artists
Hoover Middle School artists who entered this year’s national PTA Reflections art contest were congratulated at a school award ceremony Dec. 16.
An International Life
Hrand (Randy) Kurkjian, a consultant to developing nations for more than 30 years, including two years as Peace Corps country director in Yemen, spoke on "My Contributions to My Adopted Country" at a Potomac Community Village event at the Potomac Library on Dec. 6.
Holiday Grief
Workshop helps others deal with loss.
The holiday season is bittersweet for Jeanne Rorke.
Letter to the Editor: Protect the Consumer Protection Bureau
Consumer protection groups have grown increasingly concerned about Republican promises to cut back on financial regulations next year.
Commentary: Fairfax Police Reform Is Well Underway
I endorse the Connection Newspaper’s recent editorial on the progress Fairfax County has made implementing the recommendations of the Ad Hoc Police Practices Review Commission, on which I had the honor of serving as chairman of the Use of Force Subcommittee.
Commentary: Congress Coming Together to Find and Fund Faster Cures
On Dec. 8, I joined with a bipartisan group of House and Senate members, and the Speaker of the House, as the Speaker signed the 21st Century Cures Act.
Editorial: History in Police Reform Part 2
Civilian Review Panel — and they said it couldn’t be done ….
Last week, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to establish a Civilian Review Panel, part of a two-pronged concept of independent oversight of law enforcement recommended unanimously by the Ad Hoc Police Practices Review Commission.
Ad Hoc Commission Recommendations: 88 Percent Implemented
Public Safety Committee hears from Recruitment, Diversity and Vetting subcommittee chair.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is well on its way to implementing all recommendations from the Ad Hoc Police Practices Review Commission. At the Dec. 13 meeting of the board’s Public Safety Committee, they announced 88 percent of the commission recommendations have been implemented or are soon to be so.
Potomac Home Sales: November, 2016
In November, 2016, 40 Potomac homes sold between $1,400,000-$480,000.
Potomac Home Sales: November, 2016
Get Ready to Welcome Santa in Cabin John Area
Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department escorts Santa through area neighborhoods.
Potomac's St. Francis Episcopal Church Gains New Rector
Interior of the church recently renovated
St. Francis Episcopal Church, located on River Road in the heart of Potomac, welcomed a new rector for the first time in 27 years.
Reflections Contest Winners at Potomac Elementary
Potomac Elementary School students show their certificates for the Reflections arts contest.
Close to Home in Potomac
Variety of gifts available locally
Potomac residents have several shops right in or near The Village where they can find gifts for just about everyone.
Montgomery County Fire Advisory
Heating, cooking and holiday decorations top list of safety concerns.
When the weather turns cold and the heaters go on, heating becomes the number one cause of house fires in Montgomery County, Pete Piringer, public information officer with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service said.
Spirit of St. Nicolas in Potomac
On Saturday, Dec. 3, 19 children attended the Advent wreath making and St. Nicolas workshop at St. Francis Episcopal Church, making their own advent wreaths and took home daily devotionals.
Montgomery County Launches Dementia Friendly Initiative
Montgomery County has launched its Dementia Friendly initiative – a set of strengthened services and supports for affected community members.