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Nationals Park goes to the dogs for 'Pups in the Park,' Natty’s birthday party
3+ week, 3+ day ago (311+ words) Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Thursday afternoon, with the D.C. area most likely seeing storms around 5 to 6 p.m. WASHINGTON (7News) — Nationals Park will welcome four-legged baseball fans for a Pups in the Park event featuring dog-friendly activities, giveaways and a postgame parade…...
DC's rodents are not as sneaky as they think; the 'Rat Rangers' are on their tails
3+ week, 3+ day ago (345+ words) Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Thursday afternoon, with the D.C. area most likely seeing storms around 5 to 6 p.m. WASHINGTON (7News) — If you're tired of seeing rats in your neighborhood, join the club. But actually, in some parts of Washington, D.C., residents are…...
Firefighters give oxygen to cats rescued from burning apartment in Southeast DC
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (94+ words) WASHINGTON (7News) — Two cats in Southeast DC were rescued from a burning apartment on Wednesday. According to the DC Fire and EMS Department, crews were first dispatched to Brandywine Street SW for a small fire in a closet. SEE ALSO: Alexandria…...
Alligator, pigs found among neglected animals in Maryland home during assault call
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (223+ words) CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Several animals were found neglected in a Charles County, Maryland, home in early July after deputies were called to an alleged assault by the homeowner, according to Charles County Sheriff's office officials. Deputies and county animal control officers…...
Kitten rescued after getting stuck in not one, but two vehicle engines
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (151+ words) SENECA FALLS, N.Y. — A curious kitten gave police and a local mechanic quite the challenge this week after getting stuck inside the engine compartment of not one, but two vehicles. According to the Seneca Falls Police Department, officers teamed up with…...
Puppy with paw trapped in escalator rescued at DC's Farragut West Metro Station
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (99+ words) WJLA WASHINGTON (7News) — One of the Metro's furry riders was stuck in a scary situation on Friday that could have escalated badly if not for a timely rescue. That's after a puppy got its paw trapped in the escalator, according to…...
Emu returned to owners after highway adventure on Eastern Shore
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (192+ words) SALISBURY, Md. (7News) — An escaped emu that wandered onto roadways near the Salisbury, Md. Bypass was safely captured and returned to its owners Saturday after several hours on the loose, Maryland State Police said. ALSO SEE | A giant bird is on the…...
Nationals welcome Natty, a service dog in training, as the team’s newest teammate
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (87+ words) WJLA is the local ABC affiliate for the greater Washington DC area. From our studios in Arlington, VA ABC7 covers national and local news, sports, weather, traffic and culture and carries entertainment and sports programming. WJLA serves Alexandria, Springfield, Annandale, Tysons,…...
Interested in adopting or fostering? City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue needs you
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (118+ words) May 20th is National Rescue a Dog day, and to celebrate, City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue joined Good Morning Washington in studio. (7News) A cold front may bring late-day thunderstorms to the DMV, some severe with damaging winds, hail and heavy rain....
Celebrating Earth Day with The Way of the Whale and Its Message of Hope
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (194+ words) WJLA Celebrating Earth Day with The Way of the Whale and Its Message of Hope by Good Morning Washington In honor of Earth Day, on Good Morning Washington, we're highlighting The Way of the Whale, which brings attention to one…...