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The Leesburg Police Department would like to congratulate Sergeant Steven Pebler on his retirement from the Department after providing more than 29 years of public service to the Town. Upon serving four years in the Air Force, Sergeant Pebler began his career in law enforcement in 1984 as a Police Officer with the Sherwood, Alabama…
In spite of parade cancellation, town creates a month of special holiday experiences Although the pandemic has forced the cancellation of the iconic Middleburg Christmas Parade, the Town of Middleburg has pulled together with a month packed with exciting activities and special holiday experiences. Here are eight ways, with many more, to celebrate in this…
Two changes have been made to the Christmas in Purcellville event schedule related to the reverse parade and the Town Tree Lighting. The reverse parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 5, has been canceled due to low participation resulting from COVID concerns and the Governor’s recent limitation of 25 individuals for both indoor and outdoor gatherings. The Town…
By Andrea Gaines Indeed. It does seem like just yesterday. Despite years of controversy, tons of opposition, legal challenges, and lots of questions, the Rockwool insulation factory in nearby Jefferson County, West Virginia may finally be slated to open. The facility would be located in the Town of Ranson, West Virginia, less than 30 miles from the state’s border with Loudoun…
With freezing temperatures coming, the Leesburg Department of Utilities would like to remind everyone to drain and protect outdoor water connections: Be sure pipes in unheated parts of your home, including crawl spaces, are insulated. Remove hoses from outside faucets and be sure they are drained and shut off. Advise all household members where the…
Update: The reverse parade has been cancelled and there is no in-person event for the town tree-lighting. Read more about the updates. Celebrate the holidays in Purcellville. Several changes have been made to the traditional Christmas in Purcellville festivities to help reduce potential risks related to COVID-19. Information about the festivities and how businesses, organizations,…
The Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System and the Loudoun Career Firefighters Association are pleased to announce their participation in the 73rd Annual Toys for Tots Campaign. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Loudoun County Toys for Tots coordinators have adapted their 2020 campaign to continue providing toys to local children in need while avoiding…
For the nine winners of the 26th Annual Loudoun Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards, there was nothing unlucky about Friday, Nov. 13, even though the celebration had to be converted to an all-virtual event for safety precautions due to COVID-19. It was an especially good night for Catoctin Creek Distilling Company of Purcellville, which…
A new Virginia law banning the use of cellphones while driving goes into effect Jan. 1, 2021. The mandate was signed by Gov. Ralph Northam on July 8, making Virginia the 22nd state to ban the use of handheld devices while driving. The law now prohibits drivers from holding any personal communication devices while driving a…
11/21/20 5:02 p.m. 151 W. Main Street Hit and Run The complainant reported that a dark colored SUV traveling west on Main Street struck the driver’s side mirror of her parked, unoccupied vehicle and fled without stopping to provide information. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Officer David Camp…