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Concern for Missing 75-Year-Old Woman
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Asunta Ormache Plaza, a missing 75-year-old woman. Plaza was last seenon Thursday, July 25, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., in the 12300 block of Valleywood Dr. in Silver Spring....
Advisories for park visitors posted as harmful microcystin detected at Lake Frank and Lake Needwood
Recent tests showed the presence of microcystin, a toxin produced by a species of cyanobacteria. According to the park system’s website, microcystin is a toxic compound “that is harmful at elevated levels occurring during algal blooms.”. Matt Harper, natural resources manager for Montgomery Parks, said test results obtained...
Weekly Message From County Executive Marc Elrich
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has released his weekly message to the community. It can be seen in full below, followed by a video presentation of the message:. We are still celebrating the news from Fortune Magazineranked Silver Spring as No. 1 in an analysis of the best places nationwide for families to live. Here is a link to Fortune’s story and here is a link to the announcement on “The Today Show.” The word spread quickly, and we were able to get a picture of Governor Wes Moore helping us celebrate.
2 charged with stealing high-value cars from dealership in Adams County
STRABAN TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Two men are charged with stealing two high-value cars from a dealership in Adams County. Pennsylvania State Police said London Flores and Jefferson Ventura, both 19, and from Silver Spring, Maryland, were with a third person when they broke into the Renn Kirby Chevrolet dealership on Expedition Trail in Straban Township in April.
Police District Three Commander Trumpets ‘Huge Success’ of Drone Program
Captain Jason Cokinis, Commander of the Montgomery County Police Department’s District Three, celebrated the accomplishments of the police drone program Thursday. “This technology has been a HUGE success for Silver Spring and Wheaton,” Cokinos said via X. Cokinos, who has been working for MCPD for more than 18...
Silver Spring 'Best Place To Live For Families,
It's no secret to Montgomery County residents, but Fortune made it official, naming Silver Spring the "best place to live for families" in a newly released ranking after landing third last year. "This impressive accolade reflects to what many of us already know - we are committed to fostering a...
Plans for 30-story building on Silver Spring’s Tastee Diner site move ahead
Plans for a redevelopment project that aims to preserve the historic dining car of Tastee Diner as part of a 30-story mixed-use residential building in downtown Silver Spring are moving ahead after receiving an initial green light from the Montgomery County Planning Board last week. The Planning Board unanimously voted...
New rent control rules in Montgomery County: What tenants and landlords need to know
SILVER SPRING, Md. - Montgomery County’s new rent stabilization law is now in effect following regulations passed this week by the county council. Bill 15-23 was approved last summer, but the regulations adopted by Montgomery County this week allow the bill to officially go into effect. Under the law,...
Former Olympian, Maryland native Dominique Dawes reflects on U.S. women's gymnastics team's progress
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Maryland has produced its fair share of Olympic athletes. One of the most notable, is gymnast Dominique Dawes. She started in gymnastics at 6 years old, with no idea how far she would go or the barriers she would break down for future generations. "I'm...
Silver Spring man sentenced to 27 years for nearly killing landlord over rent
ROCKVILLE, Md. (DC News Now) — A Maryland man was sentenced to 27 years in prison for nearly killing his landlord during a dispute about rent over four years ago in Silver Spring. Geoffrey Gaitan, 31, will now spend nearly three decades in prison after being found guilty in April of attempted murder in the […]
Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame Names Football Coaching Legend Bob Milloy as New Chair, Sets Future Goals and Seeks Nominations for Next Class of Inductees
Montgomery County will be well-represented in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, which begin later this week, with a team that includes swimmer Katie Ledecky in her fourth Olympics and freestyle wrestler Helen Maroulis in her third. They continue to grow the spirit of the Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame, which is also looking ahead to a big future.
Hyundai owners can update software, get free steering locks at anti-theft event
Montgomery County police and Hyundai Motor America are teaming up for another clinic for Hyundai owners to receive an anti-theft software upgrade and a steering wheel lock to help prevent their cars from being stolen. The clinic will be held from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 2 and 3...
6 Maryland men arrested in crackdown on car rallies
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) announced Friday that several people were charged in a multi-agency crackdown on car rallies known as “takeovers.” Takeovers are “illegal activities” that involve “blocking public roads for dangerous stunts, disrupting traffic, causing property damage and posing risks to the public,” according to the […]
Man pleads guilty in 2023 death of teen found in Olney woods
One of four defendants charged in connection with the death of a teen found in Olney in May 2023 pleaded guilty Thursday to first-degree murder in Montgomery County Circuit Court in Rockville, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office. Roberto Rivera-Delgado, 23, of unknown address, pleaded guilty...
Eggspectation Now Aiming For Fall Opening
Back in January we let you know that Eggspectation, a restaurant that serves “elevated American cuisine with a lengthy all-day breakfast menu alongside hearty lunch and dinner fare”, is returning to Montgomery County with its upcoming Burtonsville location. In the latest update from the restaurant, we know now the goal is a fall 2024 opening.
DMV’s First Torchy’s Tacos Adds Exterior Signage As it Moves Closer Towards Opening
Torchy’s Tacos has installed permanent signage at its first DMV restaurant, which will be located at 12266 Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza. Last September we let you know that Texas-based Torchy’s Tacos is coming to 12266 Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza, taking over part of the space that was recently home to Chuy’s and previously home to Ruby Tuesday. The restaurant had its hearing for its alcohol license back on Thursday, February 1st at 11:30am, so that hurdle has been cleared.
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