In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "McLean Arrests: Distributing Drugs, Assault, Contempt of Court" The arrest information in this article was supplied by the Fairfax County Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction. "PHOTOS: Stop Hunger Now Packs 250K Meals" The event, held in McLean, also raised more than $62,500. "Walmart, Other Retailers to Start Black Friday Sales on Thanksgiving Day" Target, …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "Patch and AOL Send Hurricane Sandy Relief Trucks to Long Island, New Jersey" Employees help out, and you can, too. "Langley Football Defeats McLean, Share Your Game Photos" The Langley Saxons came out on top on Saturday, 27-7. "McLean-Based Capital One Donates $1 Million to Sandy Relief Efforts" Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell also announced he will donate $50,000 to the Virginia …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "Tree Falls on Home, More than 1,000 Without Power in McLean" Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department responded to downed tree on Addey Court. "'A' in USA TODAY Sign Blown Off Gannett Building" Letter dislodged Monday as wind speeds in Northern Virginia picked up from Hurricane Sandy. "McLean Crime Blotter: Oct. 18-24" A summary of the latest McLean incidents, arrests …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "Salona Park Task Force Continues to Review Public Comment" Dranesville District Supervisor John Foust said hundreds of comments were submitted at a public meeting more than two weeks ago. "Ask the Supervisor: Submit Your Questions to John Foust" Do you have a question you've always been dying to ask? We'll get it answered for you. Email lauren.sausser@patch.com if you'd like …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "McLean Crime Blotter: Oct. 4-10" A summary of the latest McLean incidents, arrests reported by Fairfax County police "Enter to Win Patch’s Best Halloween Costume in America Contest" We're searching for the best Halloween Costume in America. Enter yourself or your kids for a chance to win $5,000. Tuesday "Attack of the Squirrels: Protecting Your Pumpkins" Tips to avoid losing …

In case you weren't reading McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "Make Plans to Attend 6th Annual MPAartfest" The outdoor art festival is scheduled for Sunday. "'Argo' Opens in Theaters Friday" The film, partially shot in McLean, opens nationwide on Friday. "McLean Crime Blotter: Sept. 27-Oct. 3" A summary of the latest McLean incidents, arrests reported by Fairfax County police Tuesday "Police: Minors Brought Marijuana to Leadership Conference" …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "Election 2012: What Your Neighbors Donated to Obama, Romney:" Look up your neighbor's contributions to the campaigns of President Barack Obama and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney based on data from the Federal Elections Commission. "McLean Crime Blotter: Sept. 13-19:" A summary of the latest McLean incidents, arrests reported by Fairfax County police Tuesday "Housing …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday "Fairfax County Beats Statewide SOL Grades" More rigorous math assessments contribute to widened achievement gaps in Fairfax County "McLean Crime Blotter: Sept. 6-12" One burglary and several larcencies were reported in McLean during this time period.   Tuesday "Ask the Candidates: Tim Kaine and George Allen" Patch is collecting reader questions to be answered by candidates in …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday Tysons Chamber Cuts 'Vienna' From Name, Preps for Relocation: Patch sits down with the president of the Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce to talk about the new office building the Chamber is moving into in Tysons Corner and why the Chamber decided to recently drop "Vienna" from its name.  Inova Health System Lays Building Blocks for Women’s and Children’s Hospitals: The …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday Find out who was arrested in McLean for distributing drugs, driving under the influence and more.  It was Labor Day! Did you enjoy the vacation? Tuesday A school bus ran off Old Dominion Drive with six elementary school children on board. The cause of the accident remains unknown. School started in Fairfax County. Wednesday A McLean High School Class of 2007 graduate has been …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday In our weekly crime round-up, Fairfax County Police reported several McLean incidents including a vehicle pursuit that led police from Arlington, up the Beltway, into Maryland and back again. Tuesday Barbara Comstock (McLean resident and Virginia delegate) spoke at the Republican National Convention in Tampa Tuesday afternoon. Later in the week, Patch caught up with her in a …

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday Patch polled several prominent local Republicans and Democrats in Northern Virginia about their thoughts on Mitt Romney's selection of Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan for vice president. Hours at Dolley Madison Library are changing in September. (Trust us, this is a good thing.) Tuesday Argo, Ben Affleck's new movie - parts of which were shot in McLean - will open in theaters Oct. 12…

In case you weren't checking into McLean Patch every day (and if you didn't, you should start by signing up for our daily email newsletter), here is a round-up of what happened around the neighborhood this week. Monday Former McLean Patch Editor Bobbi Bowman retires. New Editor Lauren Sausser steps in. (It's been a busy week! I owe a big thank you to so many of you for making me feel welcome!) It's been a quiet hurricane season so far, but if you want updates on all the minutiae - and the big alerts - sign up for the American Red Cross' hurricane app.  A larceny suspect was spotted by a …

  Monday July 16 MHS Principal Search. Goal to have new high school principal when school opens. How you can participate. McLean Whiz Kids. McLean Little League champs advance in state tournament. More college grads. Deans Listers. National Merit Scholarship winner. Traffic Alert This Week. Up to 30 minute overnight closings of Capital Beltway, Dulles Connector Road. Major closing of Jones Branch Rd. overnight. Tuesday July 17 New Owners at Greenberry's. Two couples buy Greenberry's and have a short to-do list that includes expanding the menu. Haycock Road House Fire. An early morning …

  McLean's News Week in Review Monday July 9 Confronted With a Deer. Safety tips on what to do when confronted by a deer while driving. Major Road Closings This Week. Major Overnight Closings of I-66, Dulles Connector, Jones Branch Road. Saying Goodbye to Finn A resident writes about the death of his companion of 14 years. Tuesday July 10 Battleground Virginia. Washington Post reports how Obama and Romney campaign workers plan on making Virginia a major battlefield in the November election. Verizon Service Outages. Progress in restoring cell phone service. The McLean Ear. Neighbors in the …

  Monday July 2 McLean Storm Update. Latest information on power restoration. Traffic information. Status of Fairfax. County facilities. Weather forecast. Traffic Alert This Week. Up to 30-minute overnight closings of Capital Beltway, Dulles Connector Road and Jones Branch. McLean Whiz Kids. McLean kids graduated from colleges across the country. Others, who are undergraduates, made the Deans List Tuesday July 3 100 Power Crews Arrive Today. In McLean, Tysons Corner and Great Falls to speed power restoration to neighbors. Outage Odyssey. McLean resident's search for an hotel to protect …

  Monday June 25 Accident Eyewitness. A McLean neighbor asks when will the madness stop after seeing the aftermath of a pre-dawn drunk driving accident on his block. Traffic Alert This Week. Major overnight closings of Beltway, Dulles roads and Lewinsville Road this week. The McLean Ear. Governor visits McLean, briefly. McLean neighbors Fred and Marlene Malek honored. McLean Planning Committee.  MPC elects new officers and other actions. Tuesday June 26 Chipotle To Open in Downtown. Construction underway on Old Dominion Drive. Bus Service to Dulles Airport. McLean gets new route June 30. …

Monday June 18 Tragic Anniversary Today. Twenty years ago county's worst traffic accident occurred in McLean. Four teenagers died. The McLean Ear. Well-known McLean neighbor sings on CBS Morning News. Another neighbor gets a new job, while a third is named a Northern Virginian of the Year. McLean American Legion. Meet the new officers, veterans of World War II and Vietnam. Readers' Choice. Nominate your favorites ranging from bartender to drycleaners to intelligence agencies. Tuesday June 19 McLean Detour Signs. What are those detour signs that have appeared in McLean? This Week's Traffic …

Monday May 28 Remembering Dad. Paige Whitlock's dad held her his arms then returned to Vietnam. He gave his life for his country. He gave his daughter a legacy of service. McLean's Hometown Marine. Next chapter in life of McLean's hometown hero. Memorial Day History and Facts. Remembering those who died too young since 1868 Tuesday May 29 McLean's Memorial Day. Photo album from the American Legion observance Monday at McLean High School.  Auction of Falls Church Water Authority Postponed. Falls Church supplies McLean with water. Falls Church is attempting to sell its water authority. Fairfax …

Catch up on McLean news you might have missed last week. Monday May 21  Favorite  McLean Shortcut About to Close. Work begins today on replacing the deteriorated bridge on Old Chesterbrook Road. Old Chesterbrook closes for the summer in a month. First-time Candidate Leads Election. McLean Community Center board releases vote totals from election. McLean Day Photo Album.  Here are your memories of a sun-splashed Saturday in the park with family and friends. Tuesday May 22 Expanding The Ashby? Ashby owner explores adding more than 100 new apartments along Beverly Road. Funds to Fix Santa's …