Ryan Belmore
@ryanbelmore.bsky.social
Founder & Publisher, @alexandriabrief.com
📍Alexandria, VA via Newport, RI
[email protected] | Signal: RyanBelmore.703
Powering @whatsupnewp.com since 2012
📍Alexandria, VA via Newport, RI
[email protected] | Signal: RyanBelmore.703
Powering @whatsupnewp.com since 2012
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Introducing The Alexandria Brief
Community-focused journalism for Alexandria
www.alexandriabrief.com
Introducing The Alexandria Brief
This was such a fun and wholesome report to watch. You can tell this team leads with passion for helping. Encourage everybody to give it a view (and to use 311).
Alex311 marks five years with faster response times, AI-powered upgrades planned
Alex311 marks five years with faster response times, AI-powered upgrades planned
City's customer service program has handled more than 172,000 requests since 2020
dlvr.it
November 26, 2025 at 5:24 PM
This was such a fun and wholesome report to watch. You can tell this team leads with passion for helping. Encourage everybody to give it a view (and to use 311).
Been covering the iconic Newport Folk Festival & Newport Jazz Festival every year since 2012 as a journalist and photographer.
Thankful to be able to document this historic event in my own way. Here, the NFF team does a great job recapping the latest festival.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyvP...
Thankful to be able to document this historic event in my own way. Here, the NFF team does a great job recapping the latest festival.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyvP...
Newport Folk Festival 2025 - Thank You
YouTube video by Newport Folk Festival
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November 26, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Been covering the iconic Newport Folk Festival & Newport Jazz Festival every year since 2012 as a journalist and photographer.
Thankful to be able to document this historic event in my own way. Here, the NFF team does a great job recapping the latest festival.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyvP...
Thankful to be able to document this historic event in my own way. Here, the NFF team does a great job recapping the latest festival.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyvP...
On Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, the Alexandria Police Department will suspend enforcement of parking restrictions at all metered spaces and residential permit parking districts throughout the City of Alexandria.
November 26, 2025 at 4:24 PM
On Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, the Alexandria Police Department will suspend enforcement of parking restrictions at all metered spaces and residential permit parking districts throughout the City of Alexandria.
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Don't be surprised! Roadways in Del Ray (and Rosemont) will be closed on Thursday, November 27, for the 50th annual Del Ray Turkey Trot. Road closures will be in effect from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Plan ahead and obey all no parking signs!
November 26, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Don't be surprised! Roadways in Del Ray (and Rosemont) will be closed on Thursday, November 27, for the 50th annual Del Ray Turkey Trot. Road closures will be in effect from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Plan ahead and obey all no parking signs!
Public comment period runs through Dec. 5; adoption vote set for Dec. 13
Council receives presentation on ALX Forward economic development framework
Council receives presentation on ALX Forward economic development framework
Public comment period runs through Dec. 5; adoption vote set for Dec. 13
dlvr.it
November 26, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Public comment period runs through Dec. 5; adoption vote set for Dec. 13
Its official November 25,2025, has been declared as Del Ray Turkey Trot Day in the city of Alexandria.
November 26, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Its official November 25,2025, has been declared as Del Ray Turkey Trot Day in the city of Alexandria.
The National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors, located in Alexandria, is among the six organizations.
Six Virginia nonprofit companies settle Paycheck Protection Program loan allegations
Six Virginia nonprofit companies settle Paycheck Protection Program loan allegations
www.justice.gov
November 25, 2025 at 9:29 PM
The National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors, located in Alexandria, is among the six organizations.
Something I learned here -> Alexandria has the fifth-highest rate of persons living with HIV/AIDS in Virginia and the highest rate of HIV infection in Northern Virginia, according to the Alexandria Health Department.
Northern Virginia organizations to host World AIDS Day commemoration in Alexandria
Northern Virginia organizations to host World AIDS Day commemoration in Alexandria
Event to feature panel discussion, entertainment and recognition of progress in HIV/AIDS awareness
dlvr.it
November 25, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Something I learned here -> Alexandria has the fifth-highest rate of persons living with HIV/AIDS in Virginia and the highest rate of HIV infection in Northern Virginia, according to the Alexandria Health Department.
From Plaid Friday to Waterskiing Santa: Your guide to Alexandria's holiday season
From Plaid Friday to Waterskiing Santa: Your guide to Alexandria's holiday season
City's programming features Thanksgiving weekend shopping, December parades and New Year's Eve fireworks
dlvr.it
November 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
From Plaid Friday to Waterskiing Santa: Your guide to Alexandria's holiday season
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, November 25
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, November 25
Student journalists win national honor, zoning battle may be heating back up, and more.
dlvr.it
November 25, 2025 at 12:36 PM
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, November 25
City-schools subcommittee to try new format after spending much of 2025 on rejected DASH proposal
City-schools subcommittee to try new format after spending much of 2025 on rejected DASH proposal
Mayor questions whether monthly meetings remain necessary
dlvr.it
November 25, 2025 at 1:13 AM
City-schools subcommittee to try new format after spending much of 2025 on rejected DASH proposal
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If you live, work, pay property taxes, or go to school in DC, you can get a free DC Public Library card.
Even better — neighbors in these areas can get one too:
MD: Montgomery & Prince George’s
VA: Fairfax, Frederick Co., Loudoun, Arlington, Prince William, Falls Church & Alexandria
Even better — neighbors in these areas can get one too:
MD: Montgomery & Prince George’s
VA: Fairfax, Frederick Co., Loudoun, Arlington, Prince William, Falls Church & Alexandria
November 24, 2025 at 9:17 PM
If you live, work, pay property taxes, or go to school in DC, you can get a free DC Public Library card.
Even better — neighbors in these areas can get one too:
MD: Montgomery & Prince George’s
VA: Fairfax, Frederick Co., Loudoun, Arlington, Prince William, Falls Church & Alexandria
Even better — neighbors in these areas can get one too:
MD: Montgomery & Prince George’s
VA: Fairfax, Frederick Co., Loudoun, Arlington, Prince William, Falls Church & Alexandria
Coalition seeks $43,000 in two weeks to fund appeal of Alexandria zoning ruling
Coalition seeks $43,000 in two weeks to fund appeal of Alexandria zoning ruling
Group says total litigation costs have reached $252,000
dlvr.it
November 24, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Coalition seeks $43,000 in two weeks to fund appeal of Alexandria zoning ruling
What's happening in Alexandria - Tuesday, November 25
What's happening in Alexandria - Tuesday, November 25
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
dlvr.it
November 24, 2025 at 9:24 PM
What's happening in Alexandria - Tuesday, November 25
Alexandria City High School journalists win national press freedom award
Alexandria City High School journalists win national press freedom award
Theogony staff honored for months-long campaign against district censorship efforts
dlvr.it
November 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Alexandria City High School journalists win national press freedom award
A federal judge in Alexandria today dismissed the indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge found that the appointment of interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan in Alexandria was invalid.
Federal judge dismissed indictments against Letitia James and James Comey | CNN Politics
A federal judge dismissed the indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James on Monday.
e.emailalerts.cnn.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM
A federal judge in Alexandria today dismissed the indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge found that the appointment of interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan in Alexandria was invalid.
Alexandria projects shine at 2025 NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards
Alexandria projects shine at 2025 NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards
City takes home four honors for Potomac Yard, Old Town developments
dlvr.it
November 24, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Alexandria projects shine at 2025 NAIOP Northern Virginia Awards
Mayor Gaskins, Atlantic editor to discuss housing affordability at Lyceum
Mayor Gaskins, Atlantic editor to discuss housing affordability at Lyceum
Free event to explore zoning, discrimination and housing policy
dlvr.it
November 24, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Mayor Gaskins, Atlantic editor to discuss housing affordability at Lyceum
Had the opportunity to see him perform three times. Always appreciated how present he was during his performances. What a legend.
Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican reggae singer, actor and cultural icon, dies aged 81
Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican reggae singer, actor and cultural icon, dies aged 81
Star of The Harder They Come had hits including You Can Get It If You Really Want and I Can See Clearly Now
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Had the opportunity to see him perform three times. Always appreciated how present he was during his performances. What a legend.
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, November 24
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, November 24
Thousands gather as Alexandria lights up for the holidays | Local musician named grand marshal of 2026 Alexandria St. Patrick's Day parade | and more.
dlvr.it
November 24, 2025 at 12:51 PM
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, November 24
Mark Eaton: Are the City Council and Sheriff Casey Talking Past Each Other About ICE and Immigration?
Are the City Council and Sheriff Casey Talking Past Each Other About ICE and Immigration?
Why Alexandria needs a different conversation about ICE and immigration
aboutalexandria.substack.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Mark Eaton: Are the City Council and Sheriff Casey Talking Past Each Other About ICE and Immigration?
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New comment on this story- “The Rosemont Citizens Association voted to oppose removing parking spaces on Braddock Road between Russell Road and Commonwealth Avenue. They did NOT vote to oppose bike lanes.”
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Do you live in Rosemont? You're now on record opposing bike lanes on Braddock Road
Citizens association vote by fewer than 100 residents raises questions about neighborhood representation
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November 22, 2025 at 3:15 PM
New comment on this story- “The Rosemont Citizens Association voted to oppose removing parking spaces on Braddock Road between Russell Road and Commonwealth Avenue. They did NOT vote to oppose bike lanes.”
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Meeting Notice: The Final Docket for the Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Planning Commission Public Hearing is now available
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November 21, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Meeting Notice: The Final Docket for the Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Planning Commission Public Hearing is now available
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Reposted by Ryan Belmore
Happy Friday Alexandria! We're girding our loins and triumphantly penetrating the earth, so you know it's time for a new issue of ALXtra with @oconnell.bsky.social:
Friendly Fire
If you’ve watched Alexandria politics this year—not just paid vague attention to the news, but actually binged hours of Council hearing livestreams like they’re the new season of Stranger Things—you m...
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November 21, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Happy Friday Alexandria! We're girding our loins and triumphantly penetrating the earth, so you know it's time for a new issue of ALXtra with @oconnell.bsky.social: