At least two emergency personnel from the Fredericksburg area responded when an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with a passenger jet last month.
Local first responders detail ‘overwhelming’ Reagan airport scene
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Here’s what you need to know about the 4pm burn law
Virgina’s spring fire season from February 15th thru April 30th means outdoor fires are restricted between midnight and 4pm.
Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office seeking leads in double homide last month
Sheriff’s Maor Liz Scott says detectives are continuing to follow leads and process evidence.
Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management rescues trapped kitten before the snow arrives
Kitten had been trapped in a culvert under a driveway for days.
LISTEN: Have a plan for getting home if you’re at a party Sunday night–and you’ve been drinking
Kurt Erickson says having a designated driver and cutting off alcohol, like they do at stadiums later in the game, are a few ways to make the roads safer.
48 new troopers join State Police ranks today
Five of the new Troopers graduating today have been assigned to Stafford.
Three arrested in attempted Caroline burglary
The Caroline Sheriff’s Office says quick response to the scene resulted in multiple arrests.
Eagles rescued in Stafford
The Sheriff’s Office says both eagles sent to the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center.
Fire on large boat at Hope Springs Marina
Stafford Fire and Rescue says there were no injuries and no other boats damaged.
Virginia State Police unveil new inspection sticker
Officials say new features allow for greater security.
Stafford teenager charged after I-95 crash
Driver of a tractor trailer suffered life-threatening injuries.
Juvenile in stable condition after Friday afternoon fire in Stafford
Stafford Fire and Rescue says smoke detectors did not appear to activate at the time of the fire.
Garage fire stopped from spreading in Stafford
Stafford Fire and Rescue says fire stopped from threatening two homes.
Spotsylvania authorities looking for drunk driver who fled from accident scene
The incident took place on Tuesday about 10:45pm in the 62-hundred block of Harrison Road.
Repeat DUI offender arrested in Stafford
The Stafford Sheriff’s Office responded to an overturned car at Brooke Road and Eskimo Hill Road.
LISTEN: Holiday safety
Stafford Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Ben Gouldman and Public Information Officer Katy Brady talk about when your tree becomes too dry and sharing escape plans with visitors.
LISTEN: Fire safety for the holidays
Chief Jay Cullinan with Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management talks about Christmas tree safety and when it’s time to get the tree out of the house.
Two arrested in prescription fraud case in Caroline
Law enforcement tipped off by the staff at the Ladysmith CVS.
Donation to drive growth of criminal justice program at Mountain View High School
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office announced the donation of a decommissioned police cruiser to support ‘LEAPS’ program.
PHOTOS: Engine 7 rescues trapped dog in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Management says “Dallas” was checked by the vet and is back home.
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