
‘Yes, darling’: Sweet talk, faith and kindness key to Caroline couple’s 77-year marriage
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Apr 28, 2025
Couple met in Caroline in the 1940s, moved to New York in 1955 and returned to the county in 1984.

Finn announces run for full Ward 3 city council term
by FFP staff | Mar 17, 2025
Former chair of the Fredericksburg Planning Commission, appointed to city council on a temporary basis this spring, will run to represent Ward 3 for a full term this fall.
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‘Female Husbands’ book talk to be held at Fredericksburg Area Museum
by Noelle Clark | Aug 1, 2024
Dr. Jen Manion will discuss her book, ‘Female Husbands: A Trans History’ on Saturday from 2-4 p.m.

Regional home sales prices continue to rise
by FFP staff | Aug 1, 2024
FAAR Report: rental market steady with lease renewal increases are in the triple digits.

FFP exclusive: Fredericksburg Fire Chief Mike Jones talks derailment, response
by Joey LoMonaco | Jul 31, 2024
The Free Press sat down with Jones to discuss the CSX derailment, his department’s response and his takeaways from the incident.

Spotsylvania School Board holds heated final meeting before new superintendent begins
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jul 31, 2024
Former Massaponax basketball standout Aaron McFarland introduced as Panthers boys’ head coach.

Fredericksburg city crime report, July 24-31
by FFP staff | Jul 31, 2024
Would-be auto thieves squander prime opportunity to steal Amazon truck.

‘Commonwealth Conversation’ yields mixed signals on phone use in schools
by Joey LoMonaco | Jul 30, 2024
Several local superintendents, administrators and school board members attended Tuesday’s talk, which was hosted by the state Department of Education.

Stafford County crime report, July 23-30
by FFP staff | Jul 30, 2024
Napping behind the wheel leads to arrests.

Powell fulfilled her promise to Caroline County’s most vulnerable children
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jul 30, 2024
The widow of former Secretary of State Gen. Colin Powell died Sunday, at age 86.

Press Rewind, Nov. 3-9
by Kathy Knotts | Nov 10, 2024
The election is over but the news continues; read on for highlights from the past week’s headlines.

High school football roundup: Indians, Wolverines, Bears earn share of Commonwealth District crown
by Devin Payne | Nov 9, 2024
King George wins fifth straight Battlefield title; Caroline, Spotsylvania close season with victories.

Fredericksburg man has a frankly bun-believable time bringing smiles to motorists’ faces
by Noelle Clark | Nov 9, 2024
Ezekiel “E.J.” Fields has built an online presence by dancing in a hot dog costume on the streets of Fredericksburg.

Stafford defers decisions on holiday leave, courthouse project
by Kathy Knotts | Nov 9, 2024
Calendar discussion sparks conversation about conflicts of interest.

FCPS’s new behavior policy ‘depends on the student and the adult’
by Joey LoMonaco | Nov 8, 2024
City teachers, students adjusting to implementation of Responsibility-Centered Discipline policy.

UPDATED: Learning Lane to close Aug. 16; watch for detours
by FFP staff | Jul 29, 2024
Community meeting Wednesday to discuss pipe repairs near school.

Riverside stages a bid to achieve nonprofit status
by Stephen Hu | Jul 29, 2024
Move will allow regional theater group to apply for grants and receive tax-deductible donations.

Virginia free clinics hope for funding boost from the state
by Virginia Mercury | Jul 29, 2024
More and more people are relying on services provided by free clinics.

City manager, Spanberger press CSX on derailment, response
by Joey LoMonaco | Jul 28, 2024
Tim Baroody asked that CSX respond to the inquiries — in writing — by mid-August.

FredNats come up short against Shorebirds
by FFP staff | Jul 28, 2024
Shorebirds salvage series with Sunday victory.

Hoop 4 Hope: Ballers take to the court to promote unity in the community
by Jamar Billingsley | Jul 28, 2024
Annual event encompasses youth, adults and local businesses.

Press Rewind, July 21-27
by FFP staff | Jul 28, 2024
A tragic plane crash, a trainwreck and data centers dominated a turbulent week of news in the Fredericksburg area.

Animal shelters having a ruff go of it
by Noelle Clark | Jul 27, 2024
Corgi Clay Art Center to host sweet fundraiser for Stafford Animal Shelter.
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Leaves beginning to show lots of color around here
by Ted Schubel | Oct 25, 2024
Weekly Forestry Department report.

LISTEN: Making the move
by Ted Schubel | Oct 24, 2024
City Tourism Marketing and Communications Manager Danelle Rose and Chris Allen with Fredericksburg Main Street talk about the benefits of moving into a new Visitor Center.

PHOTOS: End of an era
by Ted Schubel | Oct 24, 2024
After 49 years the Fredericksburg Visitor Center at 706 Caroline Street closed for the last time Wednesday night.

Art portfolio scam in Stafford
by Ted Schubel | Oct 22, 2024
The Sheriff’s Office says scams like these use fear tactics to get the victim to act quickly or face consequences.

Stafford corrections officer accused of having sexual contact with inmate
by Ted Schubel | Oct 22, 2024
The Sheriff’s Office says this is an ongoing investigation.
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