Prince William County News
$15 pass gets you discounts on Civil War history
Manassas and Prince William County tourism leaders launching a $15 pass that gets you discounts through December of next year at several key Civil War sites.
Church fire under investigation
The fire marshal is investigating the cause of a fire at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Gainesville.
Stepfather arrested in accidental fatal shooting of 4-year-old
The stepfather of a 4-year-old boy who accidentally shot himself to death last month has been arrested.
Origins of Navy SEALs began with civilians
After the Navy SEALs succesfully conducted last year's raid that killed Osama bin Laden, the highly secretive special operations force was brought back into everyday conversation. But not all of the little-known information about the organization is under lock and key. Most don't know that the SEALs were originally a civilian group.
Prince William police seeking re-accreditation
The Prince William County Police Department is being examined by assessors from a national law enforcement group.
County fairgoers urged to be cautious around animals
Now that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has linked 12 cases of swine flu to agricultural fairs in Hawaii, Ohio and Indiana, local health officials are warning people to take precautions as they go to county fairs in Virginia and Maryland.
Pr. William County police chief announces retirement
Prince William County Police Chief Charlie Deane handled some of the biggest crimes in our region during his four decades on the force and his 24 years as its chief.
Police ID victims in 2 separate crashes in Prince William
Prince William County police are investigating two deadly crashes on the western end of the county.
Sexual assault charges against ice cream shop owner move forward
A former police officer turned ice cream shop owner was in court this week facing 23 charges of sexually assaulting a boy back in 1996.
Fencing: A game of physical chess (PHOTOS)
Sword fighting and blade wielding isn't just for the movies anymore. Fencing brings the thrill and action of swordplay to people both young and old. It's also an Olympic sport that has gained popularity over the years, including in Manassas.
Police: Va. man charged for rapes he committed in 1990s
A 50-year-old Woodbridge man was arrested on Wednesday for several rapes police say he committed in the 1990s against an underage woman.
Police identify 4-year-old Va. shooting victim
A 4-year-old boy is dead following an accidental self-inflicted fatal gunshot to the head.
Prince William Co. to widen part of Route 1
An attempt will be made to alleviate another of the region's road bottlenecks. But this time, it will be done without state or federal money.
Auto Train offers an alternative to driving to Florida
The Auto Train, which travels from Lorton, Va. to Sanford, Fla., is one of the region's most unique forms of transportation, combining mass transit and America's love of the automobile.
Potomac Nationals ballpark to have crab house
The new Potomac Nationals ballpark will feature skyboxes, crabs and better training facilities.
Potomac Nationals to get new stadium in Woodbridge
Virginia and local officials say they have a deal with the owner of the Potomac Nationals to build a new minor league ballpark for the club in Woodbridge.
Va. girl, 9, saves 4-year-old from drowning
A 9-year-old girl is being recognized for saving a 4-year-old girl from drowning in Manassas last month.
Holly Acres residents could be forced to move
More than 100 families were left homeless last year after Tropical Storm Lee inundated Holly Acres Mobile Home Park in Prince William County. Some residents were able to move back, but now they could be facing eviction.
Dogs can suffer heat stroke
Like in people, dogs can suffer from heat stroke. Watch for heavy panting and ropy saliva.
Fire engulfs apts. in Woodbridge, boy called hero
An 11-year-old boy is being hailed as a hero after helping residents of a Woodbridge apartment building escape a four-alarm-fire Thursday night.
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