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12th Annual Purcellville Halloween Party held in the Woods

October 4, 2023

Saturday, Oct. 28, 4:30 to 8 p.m.New location Dillon’s Woods behind Fireman’s Field Discover Purcellville is holding this year’s 12th Annual Purcellville Halloween Block Party in its new location at Dillon’s Woods behind Fireman’s Field on Oct. 28 from 4:39 to 8 p.m. It is located at 250 S Nursery Avenue, Purcellville, behind the Bush…

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October 4, 2023

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Purcellville Police Department is showing support for victims of domestic violence by placing purple DVAM ribbon magnets on their patrol vehicles. The Purcellville Police Department, along with the Leesburg Police Department and the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office have partnered with LAWS Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services to help…

Loudoun to host job fair tailgate with local employers

September 28, 2023

The Loudoun Workforce Resource Center will host the Loudoun Job Fair Tailgate on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Segra Field parking lot in Leesburg. The event will feature local employers with full-time, part-time and seasonal job openings in Loudoun County. The Loudoun Job Fair Tailgate will include employers representing multiple…

Office of Mapping and Geographic Info. in-person services closed Aug. 28 – Sept. 1

August 26, 2023

The Loudoun County Office of Mapping and Geographic Information will be closed to the public for in-person services Monday, Aug. 28 through Friday, Sept. 1, for office renovation. Members of the public may contact the office by email and phone for service while the front counter is closed. The office will reopen for in-person services…

Come to the 53 rd Annual Bluemont Fair Sept. 16 and 17

August 11, 2023

The 53rd Annual Bluemont Fair will be held on Sept. 16 and 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, rain or shine. An old-fashioned Country Fair, the Bluemont Fair features traditional crafts (juried), local art and authors, craft and farming demonstrations. There will be a mix of music: traditional, blues, and country. Don’t forget a free…

Jordan Miller: an inspiration to Loudoun County youth

August 2, 2023

In 2017, Jordan Miller led Loudoun Valley High School to its first basketball state championship with a record of 30-1 and was named player of the year in his league. Now, Miller is slated to play for National Basketball Association team the Los Angeles Clippers this fall.

Savoir Fare is everywhere – a renovation in Round Hill

August 2, 2023

After three years of renovation and preservation, Round Hill’s former Howell Brothers Furniture Emporium, the iconic 1880’s building at 6 Loudoun Street will become an event venue, C’est Bon.  C’est Bon will be a part of the highly successful catering company, Savoir Fare.

TASTE Leesburg returns to downtown Leesburg

July 27, 2023

TASTE Leesburg will return to downtown Leesburg on Saturday, Aug. 12. Food vendors, breweries, wineries, businesses, artisans, and entertainment will fill five blocks of the historic downtown. Experience the flavor of Leesburg with over 65 booths showcasing a taste of all that the Town has to offer. Local restaurants, food trucks, and vendors will offer…

Discussion of the prime soils ordinance still lacks resolution

July 25, 2023

By Tabitha Reeves Though discussed at length since its conception three years ago, the Loudoun County zoning ordinance amendment, or ZOAM, that was written to preserve rich farming soil for rural economy purposes and limit housing development has yet to be officially passed or opposed. On July 13, at a public hearing and work session…

Patriot Disposal to begin collections earlier

July 13, 2023

Due to the high temperatures and heat indices typically experienced in July and August, Patriot Disposal will begin all trash, recycling, and yard waste collections in the Town of Leesburg at 6 a.m., instead of 6:30 a.m., beginning Monday, July 17. Collections should be completed each day by 5 p.m. The revised collection schedule will…