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Alexandria Dispatches

A roundup of this week's top headlines from Alexandria and nearby communities.

Welcome to Alexandria Dispatches, a collection of this week's top stories you may have missed in the City of Alexandria and surrounding communities.

From West End Alexandria Patch:

A former landmine detection dog in Iraq, Blek, has found a new home with an Alexandria couple.

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The West End Alexandria Patch officially launched Thursday afternoon. Here’s an introductory article.

An Alexandria dentist was sentenced to 46 months in prison and ordered to pay fines for committing health care fraud at his dental practice.

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From Old Town Alexandria Patch:

Former Alexandria City Councilman Rob Krupicka was sworn in as a state delegate. His district covers the eastern portion of the city.

Alexandria experienced a more than 8 percent increase in visitor spending in 2011 over the prior year, bringing in $23 million in city tax revenue.

Alexandria police stopped 66 vehicles and made four arrests for driving while intoxicated, or DWI, last weekend.

From Del Ray Patch:

Alexandria Commons, a 22-unit apartment complex located on East Bellefonte Avenue, is preparing for renovations that will raise rents between $200 and $300.

The Evening Star Cafe in Del Ray is seeking additional outdoor seating.


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