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Arts
Sold Out: 'The Dark Knight Rises' Hits Northern Virginia Theaters
Well, it's over. "The Dark Knight Rises"—the conclusion of the three-film Batman series by director Christopher Nolan—was arguably the most anticipated summer movie ever. Thousands of Nor...
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Arts
Clifton Film Fest Showcases Area Talent
The fourth annual Clifton Film Fest, featuring talent from Robinson Secondary School students to experienced filmmakers alike, takes place on Saturday, July 21. “I love that the com...
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The Neighborhood Files
This Week's Weather: Mini Heat Wave
Temperatures are heating up this week across Northern Virginia, peaking possibly at 100 degrees Tuesday, with a cool-down to the mid-80s by Thursday, according to the National Weather Ser...
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Summer
Police Issue 2,000 HEAT Citations in First Month
Since the Fairfax County Police Department began its Summer HEAT -- Help Eliminate Aggressive Traffic -- campaign on June 15, officers have issued more than 2,000 summonses for unsafe or ...
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Summer
Weekend Planner: Kayaking, Movies, Events and More
Wondering what to do this weekend? Let Patch help you plan with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. Mammal Mania Where: Hidden Pond Nature Center, Sp...
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Opinion
Cinema Siren at Comic-Con: Through an Insider's Eyes
SAN DIEGO—Whenever "What is Comic-Con?" floats out into the air, it shocks Cinema Siren into speechlessness. San Diego Comic-Con, (SDCC or just "Comic-Con" for those in the know), ...
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Business
Free Slurpees on 7-Eleven Day
Customers can enjoy a free 7.11-ounce Slurpee at participating 7-Eleven stores in Northern Virginia between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. on July 11. "On July 11th, we at 7-Eleven will recog...
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Government
Magic at Burke Centre Library
Magician Mike Klee presented his Dream Big and Read magic show at Burke Centre Library as part of Fairfax County Public Library's 2012 Summer Reading Program. Each of Klee's tricks c...