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Cybersecurity Issue Hits Giant, Food Lion, Other Supermarkets, Parent Company Says
A cybersecurity “issue” has led the parent company of a supermarket chain to disconnect some systems to protect them. Ahold Delhaize USA said it recently detected a cybersecurity issue within its US network. "Immediately upon detecting the issue, our security teams began an investigation with the assistance of external cybersecurity experts," the company said. "We also notified law enforcement." The move affects: Stop & Shop, which has around 400 locations in New England, New York, and New Jersey; Hannaford, with stores in eastern upstate New York and New England; Giant Company, with…
News
Fireball Lights Up Sky, Captivating Hundreds Across Virginia
A bright fireball streaked across the East Coast on Monday, Nov. 11, catching the attention of hundreds of people from Connecticut to Virginia (did you see it? Send footage to clevine@dailyvoice.com). The American Meteor Society reported that 236 people witnessed the fireball around 7:48 p.m., with sightings spanning 13 states, the District of Columbia, and Ontario, Canada (click here for the sightings map). Witnesses described the fireball as a striking light blue or green that illuminated the sky for four to seven seconds, moving diagonally from the upper right to the lower left. The eve…
Weather
'Helene Unravels:' Rainy Days Ahead For Some Eastern States After Hurricane
With rescue efforts from Hurricane Helene underway in southern states, showers are expected in northeastern states early this week, forecasters are saying. The storm made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane last Thursday and left hundreds stranded by flooding and at least 95 people dead in Virginia, Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, multiple news outlets report. According to AccuWeather, Helene is expected to "unravel" over some mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states, bringing localized downpours, showers, and clouds through the end of the month. "Moist air…
Business
Walmart Issues Massive Recall For Juice Product Sold In 23 States, Including Virginia
Apple juice sold at Walmart has been recalled due to high arsenic levels. The US Food and Drug Administration says 9,535 cases of the company's Great Value brand 100 percent apple juice were sold in six-packs of 8-ounce plastic bottles bearing this expiration date: Best if Used by DEC2824 CT89-6, and a UPC code of 0-78742-29655-5. According to the FDA, the product contains inorganic arsenic above the action level set in industry guidance (13.2 parts per billion). They were sold in 23 states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Virginia,…
News
Dealer Used Drug Dependency To Compel Sex Workers In Scheme That Reached Virginia: Feds
A 36-year-old Maryland man who used women's' drug dependency to compel them to participate in commercial sex work for him up and down the East Coast is facing prison time, federal authorities announced. William O’Neil Murray III pleaded guilty on Monday, Aug. 12 to sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion over the course of several months in several states. At least three women were involved. According to court documents, between December 2021 and July 2022, Murray was involved in the multi-state sex trafficking operation, using women he would coerce by using their drug dependency…
Weather
Two Tornadoes Touched Down In Virginia During Tropical Storm: National Weather Service
The National Weather Service has confirmed that at least two tornados touched ground in Virginia as they continue to probe the damage done by Tropical Storm Debby. Storms rolled through the region late last week, wreaking havoc in parts of the DMV region, including several areas in Virginia. The first confirmed tornado was an EF-1 in the Glendie area at around 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9, bringing estimated peak winds at 90 mph that spanned more than seven miles. A third tornado associated with the remnants of Debbie has been confirmed in our area. It was an EF-1 in the Glendie …
News
Married Couple From West Virginia Killed In Single-Vehicle Van Crash In Virginia: State Police
A couple married for more than three decades from West Virginia were killed earlier this month in a Virginia crash on Route 259, according to state police. Randy Malick, 58, and wife Frances Malick, 57, both of Charles Town, have been identified as the pair who were killed in a Frederick County crash on Friday afternoon. According to police, at approximately 6 p.m. on Aug. 2, a Ford Econoline van was heading south on Route 259 when it ran off the right side of the road for unknown reasons and struck a tree. Both were pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. They were reportedly o…
Business
Vegetables, Bagged Salads Sold In VA Recalled Due To Listeria Concerns
A recall for a brand of vegetables and bagged salads has been expanded to 18 states due to possible Listeria contamination. Ohio-based Wiers Farm began its investigation in response to the Michigan Department of Agriculture's original findings, which led to the expansion. Products in the expanded recall were packed between Friday, July through Friday, July 12. Vegetables that are part of the recall include cucumbers, green bell and jalapeno peppers, green beans, and cilantro. They were sold in a variety of different stores, including Walmart. For a full list of products, click…
Police & Fire
VA Man With Criminal Charges In WV, MD Arrested For Murder In PA: Police
A Virginia man with a criminal record in both West Virginia and Maryland has been charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting in May, police announced on June 12, 2024. Kameron Lamont (or Lamond) Hymes, 27 of Culpeper, Virginia, has been charged with Criminal Homicide Murder, Felony Possession of a Firearm Prohibited, and Felony Carrying a Firearm Without a License, as well as four misdemeanor counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, the Harrisburg City Bureau of Police detailed in a release on Wednesday. The charges stem from his alleged involvement in …
Weather
6 Tornados Touched Down In VA, MD: Here's Where
The National Weather Service confirmed seven tornados touched down in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia on Wednesday, June 5 — six of them in the DMV alone. The NWS sent four teams to cities across the region to survey storm damage and found a warm front slowly lifted northeast across the eastern Panhandle of West Virginia into northern Virginia, along with central and northeastern Maryland. At the same time, low pressure tracked along the warm front causing severe thunderstorms and tornadoes to develop. Peak winds were between 85 and 105 mph, the strongest in Seven of them. Here's w…
Weather
Tornado In Virginia? Survey Crews Assessing Damage Across Region
Crews are out cleaning up a trail of destruction left by a tornado through Montgomery County, MD on Wednesday evening, June 5. Officials confirmed a tornado over Poolesville and Gaithersburg, however, residents across the area shared photos of uprooted trees, downed poles, and all-around wreckage left by the storm. The National Weather Service is deploying four survey teams to investigation the damage in nine counties across West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland. While a twister wasn't officially confirmed in Leesburg, residents shared footage of an ominous cloud hovering over t…
Business
Cucumbers Shipped To 14 States Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
A Florida-based company is recalling whole cucumbers that were shipped to 14 states, but may be contaminated with Salmonella, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. According to the FDA, the cucumbers subject to recall are dark green, between 1.5 inches and two inches thick and between five to nine inches long. Officials made note that mini cucumbers and English cucumbers are not included in the recall. FDA The recalled cucumbers were shipped in bulk cartons between Friday, May 17 and Tuesday, May 21 to retail distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributor…
Schools
Legacy Of Guidance Counselor, 45, Lives On Outside Loudoun County School
Students and coworkers impacted by Damien White are making sure his memory stays alive. The 45-year-old Belmont Ridge Middle School guidance counselor died on Dec. 13, 2023, after a cancer battle. White dedicated 18 years to his job within the Loudoun County school system, and on Monday morning, April 22, a birch tree was planted in his honor at Belmont Ridge. This morning, it was an honor to be part of the tree dedication ceremony in memory of Damien White. He was the head... Posted by Linda Deans, Ph.D. - LCPS Broad Run School Board Representative on Monday, April 22, 2024 "The …
Weather
Lightning Strikes Possible As Storms Roll Through DMV Region: Forecasters
Whipping winds are likely, and there is a remote possibility of severe weather in parts of the DMV region on Wednesday heading into Thursday, forecasters are cautioning. Some rain and gusty wind were expected on Feb. 28, as officials say a cold front is coming to the area with winds sitting at around 25 mph and gusts expected later on Wednesday reaching upwards of 55 mph before settling down on Thursday night. According to the National Weather Service, "the latest outlook has the entire area in a 'Marginal Risk' for severe weather. "While breezy winds are expected today, a line of showers …
News
Listeria Prompts Recall Of These Spinach, Salad Kits Sold In Virginia
A voluntary recall has been issued across seven states for BrightFarms spinach and four salad kits, the FDA announced on Wednesday, Jan. 17. The recall includes spinach grown by BrightFarms's supplier, Element Farms, located in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. Brightfarms has temporarily suspended the distribution of any spinach grown at the farm due to the recall. The FDA explained there was "potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes" from the products distributed from its Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania facility. Listeria monocytogenes can cause potentially fatal infe…
Business
Shawshank Condemnation: Burglar Attempted To Tunnel From One Business To Another In VA: Sheriff
Like a scene out of Shawshank Redemption, a 35-year-old man attempted to tunnel from one Stafford County business into another in an effort to steal a car, according to the Stafford County Sheriff's Office. West Virginia resident Jerrylee Adams was caught red-handed over the weekend after breaking into one Stafford business and then working to make his way through a wall and into a second, officials say. At approximately 10:40 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 7, deputies from the sheriff's office were called to Auto Chiefs on Tyler Von Way to investigate a business alarm that had sounded. Upon arrival…
Obituaries
Jesse McFall Of Fredericksburg Dies, 30
Jesse McFall Jr. of Fredericksburg died on Saturday, Dec. 30, according to his obituary. He was 30 years old. Jesse's obit on the Covenant Funeral Service website said he was a proud Momma's boy who cherished his wife, Olivia, and family, including his dogs. He was passionate about the Cowboys, the West Virginia Mountaineers, sports, and Pokémon cards, the obit continues. Visitation is set for Tuesday, Jan. 9 at the Covenant Funeral Service in Fredericksburg. A service at a later date will be held in West Virginia. Click here for details and for Jesse McFall Jr.'s comp…
Weather
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Major Storm Headed To Northeast
The first projected snowfall totals have been released for a potent coast-to-coast winter storm expected to hit the Northeast midway through the weekend. Click here for a new, updated story - Projected Snowfall Totals Increase As Nor'easter Nears: These Spots Could See 18 Inches Snowfall is expected to begin overnight Saturday, Jan. 6 into Sunday, Jan. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Areas in the darker shade in the image above from AccuWeather.com are expected to see between 6 and 12 inches of snowfall, including parts of upstate New York, northern Connecticut and areas…
Business
Cantaloupes Shipped To DMV Region Being Recalled For Salmonella Concerns
Thousands of cases of whole cantaloupes - many of which were shipped to the DMV region - are subject to a new recall, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. Arizona-based Eagle Produce is voluntarily recalling 6,456 cases of cantaloupe that may be contaminated with Salmonella following a test at an FDA distribution center. Specifically, the recall includes Kandy whole cantaloupes with the UPC number code of 4050 on the package and lot codes of: 797901; 797900; 804918. The recalled cantaloupes were distributed between Tuesday, Sept. 5 and Saturday, Sept. 16 and sold in sup…
News
Drug Trafficker With Ties To DC Wanted For Running 'Sophisticated Operation' In DMV: FBI
An alleged drug trafficker who goes by many names is on the run from the FBI after helping to run a massive scheme throughout the DMV region. Samuel Lee Rose, 44, who moved kilograms of cocaine, heroin, and crack from Maryland to West Virginia is among the state's most wanted after running what federal authorities described as "a sophisticated operation" that lined his pockets with hundreds of thousands of dollars. Rose stands accused of his role in a conspiracy to traffic large amounts of heroin, fentanyl, cocaine base, and cocaine hydrochloride from Hagerstown into Berkeley County in West…
Business
New Ice Cream Recall Issued For Product Sold In Weis Market Stores
Another ice cream recall has been issued by a manufacturer in the region, this time due to an undeclared ingredient. Weis Markets Inc., headquartered in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, said it is recalling containers of Weis Quality Brownie Moose Tracks Ice Cream (48 ounces) because the product may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product, according to an announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The product was distributed to all 197 Weis Mark…
Police & Fire
Convicted Felon Wanted In MD, VA, WV Nabbed In PA: Police
A convicted felon wanted in three states was arrested during a domestic assault in Pennsylvania on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, according to police. Perez Estavon James, 31, of Hagerstown, MD, was found in a home in the 300 block of Locust Street, Columbia Borough, PA — the scene of the domestic assault, according to a release by area police. "The investigation resulted in Perez Estavon James being placed under arrest," the police said. For this incident, James was charged with persons not to possess a firearm, intimidation of a witness, criminal mischief, terroristic threats, trespa…
Police & Fire
High-Risk Traffic Stop Yields Drugs From Car Thieves In Northern VA, Sheriff Says
A game of grand theft auto ended in a drug bust for car thieves in Stafford County, authorities said. Deputies with the Stafford County Sheriff's Office stopped a stolen Toyota Corolla heading south on Warrenton Road near the Falmouth Bridge around 8:55 p.m. Thursday, June 22 in South Stafford, Sheriff David Decatur said. The three occupants were ordered from the vehicle and detained. The investigation revealed the trio had stolen the vehicle from a woman nicknamed "West Virginia" to run an errand, Decatur said. Deputies soon found “West Virginia” was actually Stephanie Gras…
Police & Fire
Impersonator Burned Pulling Emergency Call Stunt He Tried In VA Six Years Ago
Not all heroes wear capes, but some "heroes" are actually wolves in sheep’s clothing. A West Virginia man is in police custody after impersonating a firefighter and attempting to use a two-way radio to cancel fire and EMS personnel that were called to a Maryland home, according to the State Fire Marshal. Matthew Milburn, 32, of Romney, West Virginia, is facing charges in Maryland for impersonating a firefighter and impeding an emergency 911 call that was made earlier this week, authorities announced. On Tuesday, June 7, Barton Hose Company and the George's Creek Ambulance Service were call…
Police & Fire
Crash Involving Horse Trailer Kills 2 In Loudoun County
Two people died in a three-vehicle crash involving a horse trailer Memorial Day Weekend in Loudoun County. The crash happened on James Monroe Highway at Tail Race Road in Aldie Saturday, May 28 around 3 p.m., the sheriff's office said. Thomas A. Miller, 61, of West Virginia, crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a pickup truck hauling the horse trailer, authorities said. The truck lost control and struck an SUV, driven by Pedro J. Sera-Leyva, 68, of Leesburg, police said. The operator of the pick-up truck was taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The…
Business
Tastykake Recalling Treats Sold In VA Due To Possible Life-Threatening Allergen
Shoppers with a sweet tooth are being cautioned to check their pantries after a popular Tastykake product sold in the region is being recalled due to undeclared allergens that could lead to a deadly reaction. Flower Foods announced a voluntary recall of “Tastykake Chocolate Kandy Cakes” due to the possible presence of peanuts in some products, which could cause a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The products being recalled were distributed on Thursday, May 11 to retailers in: Pennsylvania; Delaware; Maryland; New Jersey; V…
Business
Honda Recalls 564K SUVs For Cold Weather Rust Risk Concern
Hundreds of thousands of Honda SUVs are being recalled due to concerns that road salt could cause the frame of the vehicle to rust and unintentionally detach parts of the rear suspension. Officials announced this week that Honda is recalling nearly 564,000 CR-V models that were produced between 2007 and 2011 that were sold in states where salt and other de-icing chemicals are used to clear roads during winter storms. According to Honda, “in salt-belt states where de-icing agents are used to maintain the roadway, the de-icing agents, along with mud and water, could enter the rear frame throu…
News
'NFL' Gang Leader Sentenced For Murder, Drug Distribution In Virginia: Feds
A leader of a Maryland “NFL” gang will spend decades in prison after admitting to a wide-ranging conspiracy that included murder and drug distribution charges. Gang leader Gregory Butler - also known as “Gotti,” “Sags,” and “Little Dick,” 31, of Baltimore, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to participate in a racketeering enterprise related to their activities in the NFL gang. Federal prosecutors said that the gang operated in the Edmondson Village area in Southwest Baltimore, specifically, Normandy, Franklin, and Loudon (NFL) streets. According …
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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 …
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Three Virginia College Students Killed, Two Airlifted To Hospital After Crash (
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Three Virginia college students were killed and two others suffered life-threatening injuries and remain hospitalized following a fatal crash in West Virginia near the state line, according to officials. On Thursday, Feb. 2, a one-vehicle crash was reported along Route 259 in West Virginia, when a driver lost control for undisclosed reasons and struck a tree. Five people were in the car at the time of the crash, three of which died from injuries from the crash, and two were airlifted to an area hospital in critical condition. Their condition was not immediately available on Friday, Feb. 3.…
Business
Recall Issued For Popular Ice Cream Product Sold In Virginia Due To Undeclared Allergens
A popular ice cream product sold throughout the region is being recalled due to reported undeclared allergens, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. Weis Markets has issued a voluntary recall of 48-ounce containers of its “Weis Quality Sea Salt Caramel Ripple Ice Cream,” which could potentially contain undeclared soy and coconut allergens. Officials say that anyone who has an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy or coconut allergens could run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they are consumed. According to the FDA, the products may have been distributed in…
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