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Manassas Woman Killed In Crash at Intersection
A Manassas woman was killed Tuesday when the Honda Accord she was riding in was struck by another car.
Police have identified the victim as Crystello Brown, 81. The accident happened about 4:30 p.m. at Dumfries Road and Hastings Drive.
Police said Loretta Montgomery, 67, struck the Honda after failing to yield the right of way when making a left turn onto Hastings Drive. Montgomery was charged with reckless driving.
New Alarm System Regulation Begins
A law that requires home and business owners to register their alarm systems with Prince William County police took effect Wednesday.
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors established the requirement after police reported getting several false-alarm calls. The action, police officials said, should cut the number of false-alarm runs and allow the department to better use its resources.
The registration fee is $10 every two years. The first two times police respond to a false alarm at a registered house, they will impose no consequences. With the third false alarm, police said, the security company will be notified and homeowners must be retrained in how to use their system. If false calls continue, additional fees will be applied.
To register or to get information, visit http:/
Building Earns Award For Energy Efficiency
The Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building received the Energy Star award last week for its superior energy performance.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has given the award to about 6,200 buildings nationwide. To receive the honor, the Ferlazzo Building, off Donald Curtis Drive, had to use 40 percent less energy than the average building while providing "quality and comfort" to its occupants, according to Prince William County.
This is the second county building to be recognized for its efficient energy use. The development services building received the award last year.
Group Needs Hosts For French Teenagers
The organization Loisirs Culturels A l'Etranger is seeking families to host foreign exchange students from France for three weeks next month.
The students, ages 14 to 18, will stay here Aug. 5-25. All speak English and are fully insured. Host families will receive a weekly stipend and are required to provide room, board and friendship.
