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Takoma Park, MD

Per Takoma Park Police: On June 5, at approximately 11:09 pm, Takoma Park Police were flagged down by a resident who advised that they saw a male subject walking around with blood on him near the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue. Subsequently, the male subject approached an officer and indicated he had been robbed and assaulted. The victim stated he was approached by an unknown Hispanic female who was soliciting him to purchase drugs and/or sex. When the victim indicated he was not interested, the female suspect struck him in the head with a rock. At the same time, another suspect hit the victim in the back of his head with a rock. The victim fell to the ground where he was further assaulted by the female suspect and a Hispanic male suspect. The suspects stole property from the victim and fled on foot. The victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.

Two Arrested for Outstanding Warrants Following Aggravated Assault

Per Takoma Park Police: On June 4 at approximately 4:28 pm, Takoma Park Police responded to the 6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue for the report of a strong arm robbery that had just occurred. The victim purchased food from an establishment and while leaving the establishment, he was confronted by five to six male suspects demanding his food. The victim declined and ran; he was followed by the suspects. The suspects began assaulting the victim while he was on the ground and stole property from him. All of the suspects fled the area on foot towards the 900 block of East West Highway.

Man Assaulted and Robbed After Leaving Restaurant Sunday Afternoon

Maryland State

Aspen Hill, MD

To ensure a continuing supply of new telephone numbers, the Maryland Public Service Commission has approved an all-services area code overlay for the 240/301 area code region which serves all or portions of Aspen Hill, Bethesda, Bowie, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Hagerstown, Potomac, Silver Spring, Waldorf, Wheaton, and many other small communities. The new 227 area code will serve the same geographic area currently served by the existing 240/301 area codes.

New 227 Area Code Takes Effect This Month

Montgomery Village, MD

Dunkin’ Donuts is now open at at 20000 Goshen Rd. (former Capital One Bank building) in the Goshen Crossing Shopping Center in Montgomery Village. While the store is now open for business, we’re told Dunkin’ will hold its official grand opening/ribbon cutting on Saturday, July 8, in which Dunkin’ typically gives away free coffee for one year to the first 100 guests.

Dunkin’ Now Open in Montgomery Village

Tastee Diner at 8601 Cameron St. in Silver Spring permanently closed on March 22 after the diner was sold on March 21 to D.C. based Roadside Development for $3.1 million according to Maryland Land Records. Roadside Development, which purchased the adjacent Capital One bank lot back in August, plans on creating a “multifamily mixed-use” redevelopment at the two sites and recently revealed a sketch plan and preliminary pre-submission plans.

Preliminary Plans Revealed For 500+ Unit High-Rise at Recently Sold Tastee Diner Site

Per Montgomery County: The poster for the seventh annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival will be based on a design submitted by Fernando Santiago, a Silver Spring artist and resident. As the winner of poster contest, he will receive a cash prize of $500 donated by IHOP Wheaton. The poster contest was open to all residents of Montgomery County. After Mr. Santiago’s artwork was selected, Wheaton Arts Parade designer Josue Martinez of Corinto Gallery incorporated it into the design for the poster and T-shirt. It will be featured in all promotional materials leading up to the parade.

Fernando Santiago of Silver Spring Selected as Winner of 2023 Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival Poster

Wheaton, MD

Mi Mariachi Bar & Grill will take over the space that was recently home to Nava Thai and previously home to Sir Walter Raleigh at 11301 Fern St in Wheaton. Nava Thai closed in February after approximately 16 years at the location. It is unclear at this time if this...

Mi Mariachi to Take Over Nava Thai Space in Wheaton

Burtonsville, MD

A black bear was spotted in Burtonsville in multiple areas including a photo that was taken by Keaton Stavely on McKnew Rd, off of Rt.198, on Tuesday morning. Many Burtonsville residents stated they also saw the bear in different areas. Last month there were multiple bear sightings in Chevy Chase,...

Black Bear Spotted in Burtonsville

Rockville, MD

Per the Maryland Lottery: A 61-year-old Bonus Match 5 fan did a double take when checking his tickets for a win after the May 31 drawing. The Silver Spring man matched all five numbers on the first line of his quick-pick ticket to score a $50,000 win. The path to...

$50,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at Montgomery County Mini Mart

Accident, MD

Poolesville, MD

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at Bassett’s Restaurant at 19950 Fisher Ave in Poolesville on Monday, June 5 around 2pm. The fire has been contained and there are no injuries reported. According to Assistant Chief for MCFRS David Pazos on Twitter, “MCFRS units...

MCFRS Respond to Fire at Bassett’s Restaurant

Bethesda, MD

Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened or are coming soon to Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, as well as information on an upcoming circus that will take place in the mall’s parking lot. Coming Soon: Pollo Campero. Pollo Campero is coming to Westfield Montgomery’s dining terrace....

What’s New and What’s Coming Soon to Montgomery Mall: June 2023 Edition

Kensington, MD

A Montgomery County man is $30,000 richer after purchasing a winning scratch-off lottery ticket at the Safeway located at 10541 Connecticut Avenue in Kensington. Additional details below courtesy of the Maryland Lottery:. He’s still in disbelief! A 36-year-old Rockville player won the first $30,000 top prize on the $3 Red...

$30,000 Winning Scratch-off Sold at Safeway

Gaithersburg, MD

The Scotland Freedom Day Concert featuring artists Wyclef Jean, Gyptian, Jamaican reggae legend Tarrus Riley, and Dean Fraser & The Blak Soil Band scheduled for Monday, June 19th at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg has been relocated to the Howard County Fairgrounds in West Friendship, MD. According to a report from MoCo360, festival chairperson LaTisha Gasaway-Paul said, “it was easier for Riley and Wyclef who were more familiar with performing there”, and that the alcohol permit was approved with Howard County several weeks ago, while there wasn’t enough time to get permits approved from the City of Gaithersburg. Additional details below:

Scotland Freedom Day Concert Featuring Wyclef Jean Moves From MoCo Fairgrounds to Howard County

Virginia State

Warrenton, VA

Silver Branch Brewing has announced its opening a second location in Old Town Warrenton, Virginia. According to the brewery, the new facility will allow them to brew a wider selection of beer and increase production on core beers. Silver Branch Brewing opened at 8401 Colesville Rd #150 in Silver Spring in 2019. Additional information below courtesy of Silver Branch:

Silver Branch Brewing to Open Virginia Location

Miss Toya’s Southern Kitchen at 229 Boardwalk Pl. in Gaithersburg will open this Friday, June 9. Miss Toya’s is located in the 2,741SF space that was previously occupied by BGR and will serve southern-influenced dishes such as red beans and rice, macaroni and cheese, and a southern fried chicken sandwich.

Miss Toya’s Southern Kitchen in Rio to Open This Week

Per the Maryland Lottery: A Rockville man who keeps his eyes open for new Lottery scratch-offs had just finished his grocery shopping at a Food Lion store when he spotted the new Hot 7s Tripler game. “I was on the way out the door and I always check the (Lottery...

$50,000 Winning Scratch-off Sold at Food Lion

Baltimore, MD

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) has forecast a Code Orange air day for the Metropolitan Washington region tomorrow: Wednesday, June 7. Code Orange levels mean the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Smoke coming from fires in Canada will contribute to the increased levels of fine particle pollution. Frederick, Baltimore and areas north/west will fall under a Code Red. On unhealthy air days, COG advises the following health precautions:

Smoke Coming From Fires in Canada Are The Cause for Code Orange and Red Air Day (Wednesday, June 7)

Maine State

Back in September 2021 we let you know the popular DC restaurant The Salt Line would be making its way over to Bethesda Row, taking over the location at 4900 Hampden Lane that was previously home to Greek restaurant Kapnos until 2018. While an opening date has not yet been set, the restaurant is currently hiring and we anticipate a summer opening. Construction has been ongoing at the restaurant for over a year.

The Salt Line is Now Hiring Ahead of Highly Anticipated Bethesda Opening

Rockville’s Ascentage Pharma (6855.HK), a global biopharmaceutical company located at 700 King Farm Blvd in Rockville engaged in developing novel therapies for cancers, chronic hepatitis B (CHB), and age-related diseases, announced that its Clinical Advisory Board member Prof Hagop M. Kantarjian has received the David A. Karnofsky Memorial Award for his lifelong contributions to leukemia clinical research and his dedication to improving the lives of patients.

Dr. Hagop M. Kantarjian of Rockville’s Ascentage Pharma Receives Award for Lifelong Contributions to Leukemia Research

The Big Dill, which describes itself as the “#1 Pickle Party in the World”, returns to Power Plant Live! at 34 Market Pl in Baltimore on September 23 and 24. The two day event will include pickle sampling, concerts, carnival games, a pickle eating contest, a brine chugging competition, and an appearance by “Dilly” the pickle. Pickle flavored cupcakes, donuts, fudge, ice cream, and pizza are a few of the items that will be available for purchase at the event.

The World’s Largest Pickle Party Returns to Maryland in September

KID Museum is dedicated to expanding access for the MCPS community by providing free opportunities to participate in our programming. “Thanks to the generous support of Montgomery County Public Schools, all MCPS students and families can register for free admission to KID Museum through June 30, 2023” (registration link below).

KID Museum FREE For MCPS Students on Sundays This Summer (Registration Required)

Potomac, MD

Popular Potomac dessert spot, Sprinkles, which was listed for sale on BizBuySell last year for $850K is currently listed on the site at a newer price of $599,999. The 34-year-old family owned ice cream store and bakery is located in the Potomac Village shopping center and is described as being approximately 600-700SF. All assets will transfer with sale– including “existing inventory, ice cream and frozen yogurt machines, bakery oven and equipment etc.” The store is also touting a brand new HVAC system and floor in the kitchen, an in-store bathroom for employee use, a seating area for customers, and describes itself as “the only ice cream store in the Village and within at least a 3-5 mile drive.”

Sprinkles in Potomac is Available to Purchase For New Price

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Two Arrested in Connection to March 7 Homicide

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested 21-year-old Javier Reyes of Silver Spring and 20-year-old Brian Gaitan-Sanchez...

Two Arrested in Connection to March 7 Homicide

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