Author: Patrick Herron

Cabin John

Opening Information for Colony Grill

By Patrick Herron

Colony Grill, a popular Connecticut Pizza restaurant offering “bar pies”, opens its newest location this Monday, June 19, at Cabin John Village in Potomac. Pricing for Colony Grill’s pies range from $10.50 to $13.50 with options for adding additional toppings or gluten–free crust. The menu also features a “salad pie,” as well as a breakfast pie that features a choice of bacon or sausage, egg, and cheese and is available all day. 

”Colony Grill, the 85-year-old restaurant brand known for its family-friendly tavern settings, gracious hospitality, and famous “hot oil” bar-style pizzas, has announced the opening of its newest location at Cabin John Village, a bustling mixed-use development located at 11325 Seven LocksRoad in Potomac, Maryland. Beginning Monday, June 19, the 4,800-square-foot space will be open daily from 11:30 a.m. until late closing, offering seating for about 175 across its dining room, bar, and patio.

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Derwood

Needwood Golf Course to Celebrate Opening of ‘Grass Roots Initiative’ Public Display That Will Highlight Benefits and Uses of Turfgrass with Ceremonies on Tuesday, June 20

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Revenue Authority and its Needwood Golf Course in Derwood will celebrate the formal opening of the “Grass Roots Initiative” with ceremonies at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20. The exhibit was created to explain the benefits, history and uses of turfgrass. The exhibit at Needwood is the first expansion of this initiative at a golf course.  The project is intended to eventually offer educational events to teach residents about their home lawns, how to select the proper grass species to minimize necessary inputs, about proper fertilizer use and how to determine the best management practices for their grass.

Needwood Golf Course is located at 6724 Needwood Rd, in Derwood. The exhibit, which is near the parking lot behind the ninth green of the executive nine-hole course, can be viewed by the public during daylight hours. Expected for the ceremonies will be members of the Montgomery County Revenue Authority (MCRA) board of directors and staff, representatives of the National Turfgrass Federation and the University of Maryland Institute of Applied Agriculture and members of the Mid-Atlantic Association of Golf Course Superintendents.

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Maryland

Everything You Need to Know About the Legalization of Cannabis in Maryland Beginning July 1st

By Patrick Herron

On November 8, 2022, Maryland voted to legalize recreational marijuana use for adults 21+ beginning July 1, 2023. We recently spoke to Matt Jenner, Regional Marketing Manager at gLeaf (808 Hungerford Dr) in Rockville to help break down the new laws and to answer a few common questions we’ve been receiving:

While anyone over 21 may purchase and consume cannabis products in Maryland, interstate travel with cannabis will remain illegal. gLeaf accepts payment in cash or debit card only. Credit card transactions are generally not allowed in Maryland cannabis sales. Medical patients, veterans, and seniors will be eligible for daily discounts starting on 7/1. All medical patients and adult-use customers will be automatically entered into our awesome loyalty point program!

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Crime

Suspects Identified in Armed Robbery and Assault

By Patrick Herron

Per Takoma Park Police: On February 18, 2023 at approximately 3:22 am, Takoma Park Police responded to the 7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Quality Inn) for reports of an armed robbery and assault.  The two victims and three suspects were hanging out together when one of the three suspects pulled a handgun and robbed the victims of property.  All three suspects fled the area in an unknown direction.  Descriptions of the suspects were provided by the victims.

Wenceslas Palle Sende, 31, of New Carrollton, Maryland.  Sende is being held at the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections on unrelated charges. Luis Ivan Marquez, 25, of Silver Spring, Maryland.  Marquez is being held at the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections for a homicide.  An arrest warrant was submitted for Marquez for his role in the Takoma Park incident. Investigation is on-going.

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MoCo Government

County Council to Hold Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, June 21

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Council will hold a community conversation on Wednesday, June 21 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Weller Road Elementary School and virtually on Zoom. Councilmembers have scheduled this community conversation to answer questions and listen to concerns from community members. Some of the topics for discussion will include pedestrian safety, housing and transportation, public safety and other issues of community concern. 

“Community conversations are an opportunity for residents to get to speak directly with council members and ask questions about the issues that are of concern to them,” said Council President Evan Glass. “This listening session in Mid-County will be an important dialogue about the future of the community and county.” 

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MCPS

A Message from Superintendent Dr. Monifa B. McKnight: Celebrating the End of a Great School Year!

By Patrick Herron

As we say goodbye to this school year, I am filled with gratitude and pride for all that we have accomplished, and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for our amazing school community. Here is my video message to the community on this, the last day of the 2022-2023 school year.

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Crime

Detectives Investigate Residential Burglary

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD:  Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section are investigating a burglary that occurred on Monday, June 5, 2023, in the 600 block of Saint Andrews Ln. in Silver Spring. Detectives have released surveillance video of the male suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

At approximately 7:19 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to the location for the report of a burglary that occurred earlier. The investigation by detectives revealed that while the adult male victim was in his backyard, an unknown male suspect entered the victim’s garage, stole property and left the scene.   Detectives reviewed residential surveillance video and obtained a description of the suspect.   The suspect is described as a Black male, with long locs, wearing a blue baseball cap, a light blue sweatshirt, dark blue jeans and white shoes.

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Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Governor Moore Announces Baltimore Red Line Relaunch

By Patrick Herron
06-15 Wes Moore Red Line Announcement

Per the State of Maryland (6.15.23): Flanked by local, state, federal and community leaders, Governor Wes Moore today announced the historic relaunch of Baltimore’s Red Line, a major investment in transit to significantly enhance east-west connectivity across the Baltimore region. Governor Moore made the announcement at the West Baltimore MARC Station joined by Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller; Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Paul J. Wiedefeld and Maryland transportation officials; elected representatives from Maryland’s congressional delegation, the Maryland General Assembly, Baltimore City, Baltimore County; as well as agency partners, community advocates, and transit stakeholders representing a wide range of businesses and organizations.

 

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Boyds

MCPD: Traffic Stop in Germantown Leads to Arrest for Possession With Intent to Distribute and Firearm Charges

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD: Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police- 5th District Community Action Team have arrested 20-year-old, Elvis Gomez of Boyds, for possessing a controlled dangerous substance with the intent to distribute and a privately manufactured firearm (PMF).

At approximately 5:30 p.m., officers observed a blue 2016 Toyota Corolla commit a moving violation in the area of Wisteria Drive and Father Hurley Boulevard.  Officers initiated a traffic stop of the Toyota, which turned into a shopping center in the area. When the vehicle stopped the front and rear passengers jumped out of the car and ran away. Gomez, who was driving the Toyota, remained on scene. After talking with officers, Gomez took off on foot, running down Wisteria Drive. While running, officers observed Gomez throw the keys to his vehicle into a sewer drain. Gomez was quickly apprehended without incident.

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