Emily Leayman

6 days ago | patch.com | Emily Leayman

VIRGINIA — Many major retailers in Virginia will be closed on Easter, which is April 20 this year, but several grocery stores and supermarkets will be open for at least part of the day. Hours may vary by chain, so it’s a good idea to call ahead to verify your local store’s hours. Here’s a look at grocery stores that will be open and closed on Easter:Aldi: All locations of the discount grocery chain will be closed. BJ’s Wholesale: Stores will be open, but hours may vary by location.

6 days ago | patch.com | Emily Leayman

VIENNA, VA — Composting advocates have pushed Vienna Town Council to fund a permanent program. That item is under consideration for the town's budget and will be part of a Town Council work session Monday at 7 p.m. in the Vienna Police Department meeting room. The composting program had been a pilot program in the town's 2024-2025 budget, with a site at last year's Vienna Farmers Market. That pilot program at the farmers market is not returning in 2025.

6 days ago | patch.com | Emily Leayman

ALEXANDRIA, VA — An Alexandria man who formerly worked for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office was found guilty Tuesday on a child sexual abuse material charge. A federal judge convicted Rafferty Daniel Kelly, 40, on charges of receipt and possession of child sexual abuse material. Kelly faces a mandatory minimum sentence of five years and up to 40 years in prison. Sentencing is scheduled for July 24.

6 days ago | patch.com | Emily Leayman

MANASSAS, VA — Some restaurants in the Manassas area recorded violations during recent health department inspections so far in April. Health inspectors conduct most restaurant and other health inspections in person. However, some visits, such as those for training purposes, can be conducted virtually. Violations typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected.

1 week ago | patch.com | Emily Leayman

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Brunch favorite Milk & Honey continues to grow in the D.C. region and beyond, and it has its sights set on Alexandria. Thompson Restaurants announced Alexandria will be one of three new locations opening this summer. The restaurant group, which is also behind Alexandria's Hen Quarter, has not disclosed the exact location of the future Alexandria location.