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Williamsburg, VA
Princeton, NJ
Schools
Princeton Tops U.S. News List, Five Other NJ Colleges Break Top 100: See Who Made It
Nearly 40 colleges across the Northeast have been recognized as some of the best in the nation. U.S. News released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Princeton University retained its No. 1 position on the national list, followed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. The 41st edition of the rankings evaluates nearly 1,700 colleges, using up to 17 academic quality metrics, including graduation rates and faculty resources. "For over four decades, Best Colleges has served as a trusted and data-backed resource for students and f…
Cambridge, MA
Schools
MIT Gets No. 1 Spot In 2026 Rankings, Nine Other MA Colleges Make Top 100: See Which Ones
Universities across the Northeast dominated a new list of the best colleges in the US, with more than 30 institutions ranked among the nation's top 100. Niche released its 2026 Best Colleges in America list on Monday, Aug. 25. The annual rankings cover more than 4,000 US colleges and universities, comparing them based on academics, value, student life, and athletics. Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts, was ranked No. 1 overall. Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, followed in second place, while fellow Cambridge school Harvard University finished fo…
Fredericksburg, VA
News
Virginia Man Threatened To Rape Cop’s Daughter, Emailed Child Porn: Feds
What started as a parking complaint ended in disturbing federal charges for a Virginia man. Xavier Joseph Stafford, 22, of Williamsburg, admitted this week to threatening to rape a police officer's daughter over a simple parking dispute, federal authorities announced. Specifically, Stafford pleaded guilty on Monday, June 30 to distributing obscene visual representations of the sexual abuse of children, according to the US Attorney's Office. According to court documents, on Feb. 14 and 15, a police officer made contact with, and requested he move his vehicle from private property in Wi…
Hartford, CT
Business
Big Lots Reopening 78 Stores As Retailer Finishes Bankruptcy Comeback: See The Full List
Dozens of more Big Lots stores will reopen, finishing a nationwide comeback months after the discount chain filed for bankruptcy. Big Lots will open 78 stores on Wednesday, June 5, the company said in a news release on Friday, May 30. The chain began reopening locations in April after it was purchased by Variety Wholesalers in December 2024. After this wave of reopenings, Big Lots will have 219 stores back in business in the mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and South. Nine stores were the first to open on Thursday, April 10, and 132 locations joined in May. Big Lots said its reop…
West Hartford, CT
Business
Noodles & Company Planning To Close About 20 Restaurants
A popular restaurant chain specializing in noodle-based dishes could close more than 20 locations. Noodles & Company plans to shut down as many as 21 restaurants in 2025, the fast-casual chain said in its first-quarter financial report on Wednesday, May 7. There are 13 to 17 company-owned restaurants expected to be shuttered, along with four franchised locations. The chain hasn't said which locations could close. The closings come as Noodles & Company reported a 4.4% increase in sales during the first three months of 2025. The chain rolled out a new menu in March, fe…
Hackensack, NJ
Business
This NJ Kohl’s Is Among 27 Closing This Weekend, Company Confirms
Twenty-seven underperforming Kohl’s stores are set to close their doors for good this weekend, with Saturday, March 29 marking the final day of business for more than two dozen locations across the country. Closures include stores in the following states: Pennsylvania: Pottstown, 351 W. Schuylkill Road New Jersey: East Windsor, 72 Princeton Hightstown Road Massachusetts: Stoughton, 501 Technology Center Drive Virginia: Herndon, 2100 Centreville Road; Williamsburg, 100 Gristmill Plaza In addition to the store closures, Kohl’s announced it will shut down its San Bernardino E-commerce Fulfill…
New Haven, CT
Schools
Yale, Wesleyan Named To Most Beautiful Campuses In US List: See Why
Choosing a college is about more than academics, sports, and social life — campus beauty can also make a lasting impression. Travel magazine Conde Nast released its 2025 list of the 54 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the United States. Across the Northeast, several schools stand out for their historic architecture, stunning landscapes, and picturesque settings. Whether framed by rolling hills, autumn foliage, or Gothic spires, these colleges offer students an inspiring backdrop for their studies. Connecticut Wesleyan University was recognized for utilizing Greek Revival a…
Pottstown, PA
Business
Kohl’s Closing 27 Stores Across The US Including In Pottstown
Kohl’s announced Thursday, Jan. 9, the closure of 27 underperforming stores, including locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Virginia, as part of its 2025 real estate changes. The closures are expected to be finalized by April 2025 and are part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its store portfolio while adapting to evolving consumer trends. Among the affected locations are stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Virginia. Pennsylvania Pottstown – 351 W Schuylkill Rd. New Jersey East Windsor – 72 Princeton Hightstown Rd. Massachusetts Stoug…
Newark, NJ
Business
Red Lobster Suddenly Closes Dozens Of Locations Nationwide: Here's Where
Red Lobster has abruptly closed dozens of locations across the United States. According to a Bloomberg, the fast-casual seafood restaurant has considered filing for bankruptcy. The following locations are listed as being temporarily closed on the Red Lobster website, with some set to be auctioned off. MD: Columbia, Laurel, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg NJ: Ledgewood, Lawrenceville, East Brunswick, Bridgewater PA: Erie VA: Newport News, Williamsburg, Colonial Heights TAGeX Brand, which bills itself as the world's largest after-marketplac…
Bedford, NY
Obituaries
Robert Buckley 'Bucky' Boies, 33, Had A Remarkable Life
Robert Buckley “Bucky” Boies, age 33, of Bigfork, MT, tragically passed into the arms of God on March 10, 2024. He was born October 8, 1990, in Williamsburg, VA to David Boies III and Robin Lou Boies (Weiss). Bucky graduated from Woodson High School in Fairfax, VA and Flathead College in Kalispell, MT with a degree in criminal justice. Bucky also attended Trinity Christian School, Rippowam Cisqua School, Hargrave Military Academy, and Barry University. Although a Virginian by birth, Bucky traveled extensively and lived in many places throughout the United States, including Florida, New Yor…
Towson, MD
Lifestyle
These DMV Towns Are 'Most Christmassy' In America
You won't have to go far to get in the Christmas spirit, as several towns in the DMV were named among America's favorites "Christmassy" towns. Mixbook's list was made by surveying 3,000 families to discover which of the popular festive destinations they'd most like to visit this season, the website says. Coming in at No. 5 is Alexandria, VA which Mixbook says "embodies the spirit of the holiday season with its unique blend of history and festive charm." The site notes "picturesque" streets lined with historic, brick buildings. Add the Christmas lights and snow, that's an idyllic holiday str…
White Plains, NY
Obituaries
Former White Plains HS Basketball Standout, Coach Sue Adams Dies At Age 62
A high school legend in Westchester who made her mark as a player, coach, and teacher has died. Sue Adams was 62 years old. She died "peacefully surrounded by family" at White Plains Hospital on Thursday, Aug. 24, following a yearlong battle with ovarian cancer, according to her obituary. She spent essentially her entire life as a proud resident of White Plains. She was extremely well-known and respected in the community, most notably as a legendary basketball player and coach at White Plains High School. She was the first female student-athlete from White Plains High School to earn an at…
Mechanicsville, MD
Police & Fire
Routine Traffic Stop Turns Up Magazines, Handguns On Virginia Pair In Maryland: Police
A pair of men from Virginia posted bond and were released after they were found in possession of handguns during a traffic stop in Maryland, authorities said. St Mary's County Sheriff Deputy Joseph Senatore stopped a Dodge pickup truck for an equipment violation on Three Notch Road in Lexington Park on Wednesday, May 31, a spokesperson for the agency said. During the stop, Senatore immediately spotted a black handgun with an extended magazine stuffed between the passenger seat and center console, within reach of the passenger. Chevis Dominique Smith, 43 of Poquoson, was charged w…
Arlington, VA
News
JMU IDs Three Virginia Students Killed In Crash
Officials at James Madison University have identified the three Virginia students who were killed in a West Virginia crash last week. John “Luke” Fergusson, of Richmond, Nicholas Troutman, of Richmond, and Joshua Mardis, of Williamsburg, all died in the Thursday, Feb. 2 crash, when the driver lost control and struck a tree along Route 259, according to university officials and authorities. All three students were 19-year-old sophomore students. Two other victims were airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries, officials said. "These three young men will always be remembered as Dukes a…
Towson, MD
Business
Bed Bath & Beyond Closures Include Nine MD, VA Locations
Nine Bed Bath & Beyond stores across Maryland and Virginia are among 87 locations scheduled to close in 2023, the struggling retailer announced. That brings the total number of Bed Bath & Beyond locations scheduled to close to at least 162 announced since September 2022. A spokesperson told Axios that the latest round of closures will include all of the company's Harmon beauty shops, as well as five Buy Buy Baby locations. The following locations in Maryland and Virginia are set to close in 2023: Annapolis, 200 Harker Place Suite 200 Fairfax, 12100 Fairfax Towne Center&…
Ashburn, VA
Police & Fire
Off-Duty Officer Accused Of Shooting Fellow Policeman In Virginia, Authorities Say
A police officer in Virginia is behind bars after he allegedly shot a fellow officer while both were off-duty, according to authorities. Last week, on Wednesday, Jan. 25, officials say that two off-duty James City County Police officers were involved in a shooting in the City of Williamsburg that left one with multiple gunshot wounds. The wounds were described by police as “serious but non-life-threatening.” Michael Trenton Rusk, 24, was identified as one of the shooters, while his 38-year-old victim has not been identified. As of Monday, Jan. 30, he was still listed as an inmate at the V…
Arlington, VA
News
Four In Virginia Accused Of Forcing Undocumented Immigrants Into Labor At Laundry Facility
Four people in Virginia are facing charges for alleged labor trafficking, forced labor, and immigration offenses in connection to a laundry facility they operated, federal authorities announced. A 33-count indictment has been unsealed charging four in the region for defrauding and committing offenses against the US, including human trafficking from Central America, money laundering, benefiting from forced labor, and harboring undocumented immigrants, according to the Department of Justice. Those charged with engaging in a conspiracy to harbor, transport, and benefit from the work of non-cit…
Fredericksburg, VA
Police & Fire
Virginia Traveler Had Knife 'Artfully' Hidden In Laptop At Richmond International Airport: TSA
A Virginia man was caught at Richmond International Airport with a knife "artfully" hidden inside a laptop, authorities said. The Williamsburg traveler was stopped by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at the security checkpoint on Friday, Nov. 11, after they'd detected a knife in his carry-on bag, TSA spokesperson Lisa Farbstein said. The double-bladed knife was discovered after officers ran the man's bag through the X-ray machine a second time, which revealed that it was inside the "inner workings" of his laptop, the spokesperson said. The man claimed that he had …
Arlington, VA
Business
7-Eleven Selling These Four Virginia Locations
7-Eleven Inc. is looking to sell or lease 73 of its stores, four of which are in Virginia. NRC Realty & Capital Advisors LLC is helping with the process, having posted a list of all of the sites along with a bid deadline of Tuesday, Nov. 1. Some of the stores are some of the 3,800 Speedway stores that 7-Eleven purchased in May 2021. The Virginia stores touting for sale signs are: Williamsburg, 2nd Street Colonial Heights, Temple Avenue Salem, W. Main Street Salem, E. Main Street Click here for the full list of 7-Eleven stores up for sale across the US.
Alexandria, VA
News
Eastern State Hospital Escapee Back In Custody, Virginia State Police Say
A 32-year-old patient who escaped from a psychiatric hospital in Virginia has been captured, authorities said. Michael Lee Corey Malone, who police say used the alias Christopher Feagin, was nabbed around noon on Tuesday, Oct. 25 after someone spotted him inside a convenience store on the 6400 block of Richmond Road/Route 60. He was brought to Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail and was being processed on a felony warrant for escaping the hospital, according to Virginia State Police and James City County Police. A search was launched after Malone had escaped from Eastern State Hospital in Wil…
Towson, MD
News
Student Pilot From Maryland Hospitalized With Serious Injuries In Virginia Plane Crash
A teenage flight student from Maryland suffered serious injuries and his instructor was killed in a crash on Thursday at the Newport News-Williamsburg Airport in Virginia. Hanover resident Ayomide Oyebode, 18, and Viktoria Theresie Izabelle Ljungman, 23, of Williamsburg, Virginia were involved in a crash at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 in Newport News during takeoff, police said. A third teen whose name was not released was also hospitalized with undisclosed injuries, according to reports. The initial investigation determined that the student was flying with his instructor…
Alexandria, VA
News
Missing 87-Year-Old With Health Issues In VA Beach Considered Endangered: Police
Police are asking for the community's help to locate a missing elderly man in Virginia Beach. Richard Zajda, who suffers from Alzheimer's, vision impairment, and heart issues, was last seen by police on July 18, according to Virginia Beach Police. Police said they recently notified him that his license was suspended due to his medical condition. Zajda recently spoke with his son in California and informed him that he was traveling to New York City to see family and renew his license, authorities said. He is described as 5'9 and 220 pounds, with gray hair, brown eyes, and driving a 2001 Fo…
