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Purcellville council members file emergency motion related to tax rate vote
March 7, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
Purcellville Town Council members Erin Rayner, Caleb Stought and Kevin Wright filed an emergency motion March 6 in Loudoun County Circuit Court seeking to prohibit future town council tax votes until a ruling has been made regarding whether a supermajority…
Western Loudoun Lacrosse kicks of season with pro players
March 6, 2026, 10:55 pm | Source
Four professional lacrosse players helped kick off the 2026 spring season for Western Loudoun Lacrosse March 1 at Loudoun Valley High School in Purcellville.
24/7 emergency vet hospital opens in Leesburg
March 5, 2026, 3:00 pm | Source
VEG ER for Pets marked its grand opening Feb. 26 at 516 Fort Evans Road NE in Leesburg, according to a news release.
Loudoun County Students Participate in National Women of NACo Youth Leadership Initiative
March 3, 2026, 9:55 pm | Source
Three Loudoun County high school students participated in the Women of NACo County-to-County Youth Initiative, held Feb. 22–24, in Washington, D.C., according to a news release.
LCPS on two-hour delay on Tuesday
March 2, 2026, 11:23 pm | Source
Because of anticipated freezing temperature conditions, Loudoun County Public Schools will be operating on a two-hour delay on March 3, according to a news release from the school system.
Loudoun Chamber Community Leadership Award winners select grant recipients
March 2, 2026, 7:21 pm | Source
Six local nonprofits recommended by recent winners of the 2026 Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership Awards will benefit from grants by the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties according to a news release.
Loudoun congressional delegation critical of Iran War
March 1, 2026, 7:43 pm | Source
Loudoun County’s congressional delegation are criticizing President Donald J. Trump’s decision to join Israel in going to to war with Iran Feb. 28.
If state won't pay for Oak Hill State Park, will Loudoun step in?
February 27, 2026, 8:56 pm | Source
The path to preserving Oak Hill, the former home of the fifth president of the United States, as a state park saw some twists and turns in Virginia’s General Assembly over the past week, which could mean an additional funding…
Middleburg Books to reopen March 5 after fire
February 25, 2026, 8:06 pm | Source
Middleburg Books, at 17 S. Madison St., will officially reopen its doors on March 5 after a fire caused the store to close about six weeks ago, according to a news release.
Loudoun volunteers kick off invasive species awareness week
February 24, 2026, 6:05 pm | Source
Volunteers kicked off Virginia Invasive Species Awareness Week in Loudoun County on Feb. 21 by removing invasive species in Lansdowne on the Potomac.
Home of the Week: 21539 Oatlands Road, Aldie
February 20, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
This four-bedroom home at 21539 Oatlands Road in Aldie is on the market for $1.35 million.
Driver gets nearly 6 years for South Riding double-fatal crash
February 19, 2026, 9:17 pm | Source
Bijay Tamang wept as he apologized for the deaths of two passengers killed in a crash while he was driving drunk in 2024.
Home of the Week: 15718 Old Waterford Road, Paeonian Springs
February 13, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
This seven-bedroom home at 15718 Old Waterford Road in Paeonian Springs is on the market for $1.975 million.
Nett again selected as vice mayor of Purcellville
February 11, 2026, 10:00 pm | Source
Purcellville Vice Mayor Carl “Ben” Nett was appointed for a second term as vice mayor at the Feb. 10 town council meeting.
BENEFIT accepting applications for grant recipients for 2026 music festival
February 11, 2026, 5:51 pm | Source
BENEFIT, a coalition of Loudoun County musicians and community leaders, is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations to be selected as grant award recipients for its upcoming 2026 Crossroads Music Festival, according to a news release.
Lovettsville-Waterford Ruritan Club accepting applications for scholarships
February 10, 2026, 5:03 pm | Source
The Lovettsville-Waterford Ruritan Club is offering four $3,000 scholarships and one grant to eligible Woodgrove High School seniors and homeschool seniors residing in the Lovettsville and Waterford communities.
Backpack Buddies surpasses $1 million in giving
February 10, 2026, 4:49 pm | Source
The Backpack Buddies Foundation of Loudoun has surpassed $1 million in grants distributed to support student food security across Loudoun County Public Schools, according to a news release.
LCPS announces no school on Thursday
January 28, 2026, 9:05 pm | Source
Because of continued icy conditions in parts of the county, Loudoun County Public Schools will remain closed for students on Thursday, Jan. 29, according to an announcement from the school system.
LCPS closed on Monday
January 25, 2026, 5:29 pm | Source
Loudoun County Public Schools and administrative offices are closed on Monday Jan. 26, the school system announced Sunday afternoon. All activities on school campuses are canceled.
Purcellville's annual Cabin Fever Film Festival announces slate of films
January 18, 2026, 6:24 pm | Source
Organizers of the ninth annual Purcellville Cabin Fever Film Festival have announced this year’s slate of films, according to a news release.
Purcellville's Southern States donates portion of Christmas tree sales to volunteer firefighters
January 15, 2026, 9:16 pm | Source
After hosting a Christmas tree fundraiser for 40 years, Purcellville’s Volunteer Fire and Rescue department decided to discontinue the tradition this past holiday season.
Residents claim Purcellville mayor violates First Amendment rights
January 14, 2026, 4:44 pm | Source
At the Jan. 13 Purcellville Town Council meeting, two residents said during a public comment period that Mayor Chris Bertaut had blocked them from his public Facebook page.
Sterling roofing company provides free roof for family in need
January 6, 2026, 2:54 pm | Source
Sterling-based DryHome Roofing and Siding provided a family in Fairfax a free roof over the holiday season, according to a press release.
Purcellville changes town hall public service hours
December 19, 2025, 5:54 pm | Source
The public service hours at the Purcellville town hall are changing, according to a news release.
Encore Chorale hits all the right notes in Ashburn
December 19, 2025, 10:00 am | Source
As people age, finding a sense of community, an artistic outlet and an opportunity to spread joy through singing are all critical tools for longevity, according to Dr. Mary Ann East, artistic director of Encore Chorale.
Farm near Waterford designated as state landmark
December 17, 2025, 7:56 pm | Source
Virginia’s Board of Historic Resources has axnnounced that a farm near the village of Waterford is among eight newly designated state landmark properties, according to a news release.
Purcellville planning commission seat remains open after appointee fails to show for oath of office
December 12, 2025, 8:30 pm | Source
In October, the Purcellville Town Council made several appointments to the town’s committees, commissions and boards.
Nett seeks Department of Justice investigation into town of Purcellville
December 12, 2025, 5:12 pm | Source
After a tumultuous year serving as Vice Mayor of the town of Purcellville, Carl “Ben” Nett is calling on the Department of Justice to initiate a civil rights investigation into the Purcellville Police Department, Purcellville town government and the Loudoun…
Man charged over Arcola road rage incident
November 9, 2025, 11:00 am | Source
A Sterling man is accused of beating a driver in a Nov. 5 road rage incident in Arcola.
It takes a village to run an election
November 7, 2025, 10:00 am | Source
Virginians headed to the polls on Tuesday to elect their next governor as well as several state delegates and local government officials.
LCPS bus driver charged with assaulting student
November 1, 2025, 10:00 am | Source
A Loudoun County Public Schools bus driver is accused of assaulting an elementary school student Oct. 23.
Purcellville Town Council appoints big campaign donor to planning commission
October 21, 2025, 3:58 pm | Source
After holding interviews and straw poll votes in a closed meeting on Oct. 9 for seats on Purcellville’s committees, commissions and boards, a divided town council made several appointments at last week’s meeting.
UVA declines to join Trump administration’s education compact
October 20, 2025, 9:05 pm | Source
The University of Virginia declined to accept an offer from President Donald Trump‘s administration to sign an agreement granting federal funding and privileges in exchange for support of the administration’s policies, according to an Oct. 17 letter submitted to White…
Protesters pack courthouse grounds for No Kings rally
October 18, 2025, 8:56 pm | Source
The grounds of the Loudoun County Courthouse were crowded on Saturday afternoon with protesters waving American flags, holding signs or dressed in inflatable costumes.
Home of the Week: 45 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville
October 17, 2025, 9:00 am | Source
This four-bedroom home at 45 E. Broad Way in Lovettsville is on the market for $1 million.
Council puts brakes on giving interim chief permanent Purcellville job
October 15, 2025, 3:25 pm | Source
The process of hiring the town of Purcellville’s next chief of police remains at a standstill following a heated debate at the end of Tuesday night’s meeting after the council rejected two motions to enter closed session or consent to…
Leesburg mayor will lead Virginia Municipal League
October 14, 2025, 8:49 pm | Source
Leesburg Mayor Kelly Burk has been elected president-elect of the Virginia Municipal League, according to a town news release.
Nominations open for DryHome’s 'Free Roof for the Holidays' program
October 14, 2025, 1:00 pm | Source
Sterling-based DryHome Roofing and Siding is accepting nominations until Nov. 30 for the 24th annual Free Roof for the Holidays program, according to a news release.
Updated: Suspension of Stone Bridge H.S. student in locker room incident blocked
October 14, 2025, 5:05 am | Source
The suspension of a Stone Bridge High School student accused of harassing a transgender student in a March locker room incident has been blocked indefinitely.
Startup summit coming to Leesburg this week
October 13, 2025, 5:15 pm | Source
Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg will be home to entrepreneurs and investors this week as the Distilled Intelligence summit kicks off in Loudoun County.
Trump's mass federal worker firings ripped by Loudoun congressional delegation
October 11, 2025, 11:00 am | Source
The Oct. 10 mass firings of federal workers by the Trump administration during the government shutdown are "illegal" and the workers are being leveraged to try to end the government shutdown, according to Loudoun County's congressional delegation.
Loudoun commonwealth's attorney, sheriff, criticize attorney general candidate
October 11, 2025, 10:30 am | Source
Loudoun County's Republican commonwealth's attorney and sheriff are criticizing Virginia Attorney General candidate Jay Jones, a Democrat.
Subramanyam asks counties to extend tax deadlines during government shutdown
October 11, 2025, 9:00 am | Source
U.S. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-10th, wants Loudoun and surrounding counties to extend personal property tax deadlines during the government shutdown, according to an Oct. 10 statement from his office.
Equestrian championships coming to Leesburg this Thursday
October 9, 2025, 4:00 pm | Source
Horses, riders and spectators are converging on Leesburg’s Morven Park this week for four days of equestrian competition.
County launches commuter buses into Frederick County, Md., and Prince William
October 8, 2025, 8:02 pm | Source
For $8.25 a ride, commuters in Frederick County, Maryland, and Prince William County will soon be able to take the bus to Loudoun County for work.
Loudoun's congressional delegation says federal workers entitled to back pay
October 8, 2025, 6:58 pm | Source
A law passed during the 35-day government shutdown in 2019 guaranteed federal workers would be paid retroactively if they were furloughed or worked without being paid.
Inova Loudoun celebrates new Level II Trauma Center designation
October 7, 2025, 7:54 pm | Source
Bringing a longtime dream to reality, Inova Loudoun Hospital and community leaders gathered Oct. 7 to commemorate the hospital’s new Level II Trauma Center designation.
Loudoun businessmen accused of credit card scam agree to guilty plea
October 7, 2025, 3:35 pm | Source
Two Loudoun County businessmen who were accused of a multimillion-dollar credit card scam have agreed to plead guilty in exchange for paying a fine, according to court records in the Eastern District Court of Texas in Sherman.
Changes to LCPS literacy policy gets conditional approval
October 6, 2025, 11:28 pm | Source
Changes to the Loudoun County Public Schools’ literacy policy have received conditional approval.
Purcellville council members file lawsuit over budget vote
October 6, 2025, 8:47 pm | Source
Three Purcellville Town Council members are asking the Loudoun County Circuit Court for a declaratory judgment ruling to decide whether the town’s fiscal year 2026 budget was passed legally without a supermajority vote.
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