Heading to Sandy Point or “Maryland’s Secret Beach”Greenbrier this summer? A day-use reservation is now required on weekends and holidays. Per Maryland State Parks, “This change helps reduce traffic and avoid capacity closures on our busiest days. Planning ahead means a safer, smoother visit for everyone.”
Chowhound, a website for food aficionados and “anyone who wants to know the absolute best way to prepare a dish and the science behind why that’s so,” has compiled a list of “The Best Burger in Every State.” Maryland’s Abbey Burger was their selection for our great state.
On June 3, at approximately 10:30 am, Takoma Park Police responded to the 6900 block of New Hampshire Avenue (7-Eleven) for the report of a strong-arm robbery.
On or about June 18, through August 21, 2025, Purple Line construction crews will install light rail tracks, reconstruct sidewalks, and complete stormwater drainage and utility crossings across the intersection of Wayne Avenue and Fenton Street in Silver Spring.
The City of Rockville has rescheduled its annual Equipment Show for Friday, June 13 at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, offering a free, family-friendly event featuring city vehicles, demonstrations, and public works exhibits. The event is part of the city’s recognition of National Public Works Week, celebrating the essential services and professionals that support community infrastructure and safety.
For the second time this week, a $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in Maryland—this time at the Soda Pop Shop in Catonsville, alongside a $50,000 winner sold in Woodlawn during the June 4 drawing. Full store below, courtesy MD Lottery:
In this article we take a look at five upcoming restaurants that have created the most buzz on our website and associated social media accounts within the last couple of months. Today we’re going to highlight the five (in no particular order) that have generated the most buzz in the last few months in terms of views, likes, and shares:
The Town of Ocean City has officially passed new beach regulations prohibiting tents and limiting canopy use on its beaches, effective immediately. This ordinance “aims to enhance safety, improve visibility, and ensure a more enjoyable experience for all beachgoers.”
On Cloud 9, a popular specialty boutique known for its trendy and fashion-forward clothing and accessories, will close permanently after approximately 25 years in business at the end of this summer.
Pizza Rosa has announced it will permanently close on June 28. The pizza shop operates inside its sister business, Open Hand Pasta & Provisions, which opened in 2022 at 220 Girard St. Suite B in Gaithersburg. The Open Hand storefront will also be closing. (more…)
Gaithersburg residents will cast their ballots for Mayor and two City Council Members on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. All Council Members serve at-large. The terms of office for Mayor Jud Ashman and Council Members Lisa Henderson and Jim McNulty expire in November. The Mayor and City Council Members elected in 2025 will each serve a four-year term. Additional information per the City of Gaithersburg below: