MCS Staff, Author at The MoCo Show

One Case of Measles Confirmed in Montgomery County; Health Officials Urge Individuals Who May Have Been Exposed to Monitor for Symptoms (Press Release)

Published June 2, 2023 at 11:59PM

Press release from Montgomery County: Montgomery County and Maryland health officials announced this evening that one case of measles has been confirmed in a Montgomery County resident. Anyone who visited the Cabin John Ice Rink, located at 10610 Westlake Drive in Bethesda on Wednesday, May 24, between the hours of 6 and 9 p.m. and a professional office building located at 16220 Frederick Road in Gaithersburg on Tuesday, May 30 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., may have been exposed to measles.

Measles is a contagious vaccine-preventable viral infection which is easily spread to unvaccinated persons through coughing, sneezing and secretions from the mouth. The measles virus may remain in the air for up to two hours. There were five confirmed measles cases reported in Maryland in 2019, and there have been no measles cases reported since then.

Kensington

Marathon Deli, College Park Staple For Over 30 Years, is Coming to MoCo

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 7:53PM | Updated June 4, 2023 at 4:32PM

Marathon Deli, a staple of College Park and life at the University of Maryland for decades, has signed on to open a new location at the upcoming Kensington Crossing shopping center on the corner of Connecticut Avenue and Plyers Mill Rd. Known for its specials, like its $6 gyros on Mondays, $6 steak and cheese on Tuesdays, and $6 chicken parm subs on Wednesdays, Marathon offers a variety of Greek specialities, subs, pizza, and more.

Construction began earlier this year at Kensington Crossing at 10619 Connecticut Avenue (at Plyers Mill Road). Since plans were approved, Kensington Crossing has also signed M&T Bank, Buffalo Wild Wings GO, and Mezeh for the upcoming shopping center. More about Marathon Deli below:

Maryland

$102.5 Million Settlement Reached with Suboxone Maker for Resolving Allegations of Illegal Monopoly Tactics – MD Attorney General Anthony G. Brown

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 4:50PM

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that Maryland and 41other states have settled antitrust litigation against the maker of Suboxone, which is a combination of the drugs buprenorphine and naloxone, used to control the effects of opioid addiction. Under the settlement, Indivior, Inc. will pay the plaintiff states $102.5 million. Maryland will receive over $2 million from the settlement. The settlement was filed in federal court in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

In 2016, the states filed a complaint against Indivior Inc. alleging that, in order to preserve its monopoly over the brand-name Suboxone, the company used illegal means in violation of the antitrust laws to switch the Suboxone market from tablets to film, while attempting to destroy the market for tablets.

Crime

15 and 17 Year Old From D.C. Steal Car in Montgomery County Thursday Night

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 4:44PM

Per Takoma Park Police: Juveniles Involved in Stolen Auto– On June 1 at approximately 8:27 pm, Takoma Park Police responded to the area of Maple Avenue and Philadelphia Avenue for reports of a suspicious situation and an abandoned vehicle by three male subjects on foot. Officers located the vehicle with its rear passenger window busted out, ignition punched and the engine still running. A witness provided descriptions of the three subjects who were on foot. Two of the three subjects were apprehended in the District of Columbia. Metropolitan Police Department was notified and responded to the scene. The subjects were identified as 15 and 17 year old juvenile males of Washington, DC, who were later released into the custody of their parents.

The investigation revealed the stolen vehicle belonged to a resident in Takoma Park. The vehicle was released to the owner. Investigation continues under case #230026405. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps

Arts

Clarksburg Summer Concert Series Begins Saturday, June 3rd

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 4:25PM | Updated June 8, 2023 at 5:11PM

The summer concert series is set to begin on Saturday, June 3rd (6pm-9pm) at the Clarksburg Amphitheater off of Clarksburg Square Rd. “We are excited to ANNOUNCE, Summer Concert Series Season is among us!  We have top-notch performers COMING YOUR WAY!  As well as some of our favorite food trucks returning!  Join the fun every other week and join us at the amphitheater.” The schedule can be seen below:

• Hunter Rich will be performing on Saturday, June 3rd.

Crime

Gaithersburg Police is Searching for a Suspect Who Used Stolen Credit Cards at Local Grocery Store

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 2:58PM

Per Gaithersburg Police: “Do you recognize him? Video surveillance from a grocery store in Gaithersburg shows that on May 16, 2023 this unknown suspect used the victims credit cards to purchase over $500 in items.

The Gaithersburg Police is asking anyone with information about the identity of this suspect to contact the Gaithersburg Police at 301-258-6400 and ask for Officer Sample. Those who wish to remain anonymous may call the Gaithersburg Tip Line at 301-330-4471.”

Crime

MS-13 Gang Member Sentenced to 26 Years in Federal Prison for Racketeering Conspiracy Involving a Violent Murder in Montgomery County and for Drug Distribution and Firearms Violations

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 12:56PM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland: Chief U.S. District Judge James K. Bredar sentenced El Salvadoran national Jose Lopez Rivera, age 27, of Elmont, New York, formerly residing in Maryland, to 26 years in federal prison for a racketeering conspiracy involving a violent murder connected to his participation in La Mara Salvatrucha, a transnational criminal enterprise also known as MS-13, and for possession with intent to distribute cocaine, possession of a firearm and ammunition by an illegal alien, and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

MS-13 is a national and international gang composed primarily of immigrants or descendants from El Salvador and other central American countries. Branches or “cliques” of MS-13, one of the largest street gangs in the United States, operate throughout Frederick County, Anne Arundel County, Prince George’s County, and Montgomery County, Maryland. Since at least 2015, Lopez Rivera was a member of the Fulton Locos Salvatruchas (“FLS”) MS-13 clique.

Gaithersburg

State Trooper and MoCo Native Adopts 12-Year-Old Dog Who Was Abandoned by Original Owner

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 8:45AM | Updated June 4, 2023 at 7:43AM

Lola has been living her best life with her new dad, Josh. Josh is a Maryland State Trooper who not only deserves a thank you for his occupation, but he deserves a HUGE thank you for the life he has given Lola. Lola goes on daily adventures. She just got back from a little vacation in Ocean City and absolutely loved the beach. She gets her exercise daily and is now getting around better than before despite her arthritis.

Lola is in the process of hopefully becoming an emotional support animal at the hospital for cancer patients. She has also helped young children who have been afraid dogs, to not be so afraid. She is truly one of a kind who just loves everyone she meets. Lola is exactly where she needs to be and is living her best life. We are incredibly thankful to Josh and his family for giving her the life she derserves.”

Potomac

Upcoming MoCo Restaurant, The Grove, Looks to Get Maryland’s First Michelin Star

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 8:26AM

Last June we let you know that Augie’s Mussel House and Beer Garden was coming to 7747 Tuckerman Ln in Cabin John Village, taking over the space that was previously home to Lahinch. Lahinch closed permanently last May. Since then, Common Plate Hospitality has decided to bring a new concept to the space– The Grove. According to a report by Eater DC, the restaurant believes its chef, Jose Lopez-Picazo, “has the potential to win a Michelin star here,”.

According to the article, The Grove will feature Mediterranean cuisine (Spain, Italy, and Greece) and hopes to open in July. “We realized there’s nothing there to cater to a higher-end, fine-dining experience,” says (Commonplate Founder) Chad Sparrow). “People don’t have to go to D.C. — we can offer that at the Grove.” The Grove had its hearingwith Montgomery County’s Alcoholic Beverage Services on Thursday, May 4th at 11am, where it was granted its license. Construction is ongoing at the restaurant.

Burtonsville

Man Wins $50K on Scratch-Off From Burtonsville 7-Eleven

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 7:37AM

A Beltsville man has claimed a $50,000 prize from a scratch-off purchased at 7-Eleven in Burtonsville. Full story below, courtesy of Maryland Lottery:

“What a payday! A Beltsville man found a blend of Lottery luck and player error turned his $100 allocation of Lottery games into a $50,000 Hot 777 payout. The 40-year-old found his lucky Hot 777scratch-off waiting at 7-Eleven #23691 located at 15585 Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville. He spent $50 on his usual draw games and decided to spend the other $50 he had allocated on scratch-offs. The Prince George’s County resident was immediately drawn to the new $20 Hot 777 game and decided to try it. He intended to buy just one but accidentally selected two scratch-offs. The accidentally purchased instant ticket was the $50,000 winner.

Gaithersburg

City of Gaithersburg Elections Take Place This Year (November 7)

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 7:29AM

The City of Gaithersburg is governed by an elected Mayor/City Council – City Manager style of government, with elections held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November in odd numbered years. The Mayor is elected to a four-year term and presides over the City Council. The City Council consists of five members elected at-large, each serving staggered four-year terms. The next City Election for three City Council Members will be Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Gaithersburg residents will cast their ballots for three City Council Members in the November 7, 2023 Election. The terms of office for Council Members Neil Harris, Ryan Spiegel, and Robert Wu expire in November. The Council Members elected in 2023 will serve a four-year term.