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When Patch reported on the death of Neil Armstrong, the man who took the historic first steps on the moon, we asked readers to share their memories of Armstrong and that very first moon l...

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Old Town Alexandria’s Lee-Fendall House and Museum is hosting a two-date workshop for owners of historic homes. The sessions are designed to introduce residents of the area to profes...

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Many college graduates are finding themselves in a decidedly retro phenomenon, where economic independence starts from the security of their parents' homes."What seems to be changing is ...

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Ever heard the phrase, “Once in a blue moon?” A blue moon is the second full moon in a calendar month, and as the saying implies, it is a pretty rare occurrence. Tonight, howeve...

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At 5 a.m. three days a week, Mark Schofield wakes up in his home in Washington, D.C. to prepare for his commute—to Philadelphia.   By 6:15 a.m., he grabs a cup of coffee from the Sta...

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Just before noon Tuesday, Tropical Storm Isaac officially became Hurricane Isaac with sustained winds of at least 75 mph., according to the National Hurricane Center. By 2 p.m., the Natio...

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As a percent of income, Georgetown households contribute more than the average DC household. The Chronicle of Philanthropy published data this weekend on how much residents of every ...

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Popular Bumbo baby seats have been voluntarily recalled as of Aug. 15 due to at least 45 incidents of "serious head injuries." CPSC and Bumbo International Trust of South Africa, the...