Patrick Herron, Author at The MoCo Show

The Scoop Now Open in Potomac

Published August 24, 2022 at 2:00AM

The Scoop at 7909 Tuckerman Ln in Potomac (the former Baskin-Robbins location in Cabin John Village), is holding its grand opening today, August 24. The creamery is being opened by Timothy and Mitch Ryoo, Potomac natives and Winston Churchill High School Graduates (2010 and 2006). The Scoop is open 11am-9pm Sunday through Thursday and 11am-10pm Friday and Saturdays.

The Scoop will feature 24-30 permanent flavors and 8-10 seasonal options (photo of their current selections below). All of the ice cream is made in house with natural ingredients, staying away from products like simple syrup. The owners tell us they are working with local distributors and are in talks with local farms to purchase ingredients from.

MCPS

MCPS to Host Back to School Fair This Saturday at Wheaton Mall

By Patrick Herron

Published August 23, 2022 at 10:28PM | Updated August 24, 2022 at 9:31AM

Montgomery County Public Schools and Wheaton Mall (11160 Veirs Mill Rd) will host a free back-to-school event this Saturday, August 27, from 10am-1pm at the mall’s outdoor event and dining space, known as “The Streetery”. Shoppers and members of the community will have the opportunity to learn about the school system, county programs and receive free curriculum resources in addition to family-friendly activities/entertainment and COVID-19 vaccinations. MCPS will be providing shuttle service to the event from Gaithersburg, Montgomery Blair, Paint Branch and Richard Montgomery High Schools. Full details below per Westfield:

Westfield Wheaton will host an annual back-to-school fair in partnership with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) on Saturday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will take place in The Streetery, the center’s outdoor event and dining space situated between Macy’s and the food court on Parking Level 2. Shoppers and members of the community will have the opportunity to learn about the school system, county programs and receive free curriculum resources. The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will also be providing a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic located at entrance 14 near Dick’s Sporting Goods. To make an appointment with DHHS for vaccination and immunization, please visit the link here.

Colesville

Detectives Investigate Fatal Collision on Randolph Rd; Victim’s Name Released

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2022 at 7:43PM

At approximately 4:35 p.m., 4^th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the location for the report of a traffic collision.

The preliminary at-scene investigation by detectives has determined that the driver of a light green 2007 Nissan Altima was attempting to turn left from eastbound Randolph Road into a parking lot in the 500 block of Randolph Road. The driver of a red 2017 Honda Civic was traveling west on Randolph Road. The vehicles collided in the westbound lanes.

MoCo Government

Montgomery County Offers ‘Food Recovery Mini-Grants Program’ to Community Organizations

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2022 at 6:22PM

Organizations can apply independently or in collaboration with other groups. This mini-grant program will strengthen current efforts of the Montgomery County Community Food Rescue (CFR), a food recovery network of Manna Food Center. Applications are due by 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9.

A pre-application technical assistance conference will be held from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 22. More information and the online application are available online.

Fairland

Suspect Charged with Auto Theft After Purchasing Two Vehicles with Fraudulent Checks

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2022 at 3:42PM

On Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at approximately 9:54 a.m., 3rd District officers were dispatched to the location for the report of a fraud that occurred earlier.

The investigation by detectives has determined that on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at approximately 3 p.m., Young arrived at the dealership and purchased a 2020 Silver Toyota Prius and a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid with two fraudulent checks.

Gaithersburg

(Located) Detectives Ask for Assistance Locating Missing 14-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2022 at 2:00PM | Updated August 17, 2022 at 1:41PM

Zion Allen was last seen on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at approximately 9 p.m. in the 10000 block of Polk Square Court.

Allen is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. He has dark brown hair, that he wears in locks and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black Nike jacket, white shorts, and red headphones. He was carrying a multi-colored, “Jordan” backpack and was riding a blue and white bicycle.

MCDOT

Montgomery County Wins Nearly $15 Million ‘Low or No-Emissions’ Award for the First Hydrogen Electric Bus Project on the East Coast

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2022 at 1:22PM

The award, from FTA’s Low or No Emission Vehicle Program, makes the County a leading adopter of this clean technology.

The award will enable replacement of 13 diesel-fueled buses in the County’s Ride On fleet with zero-emission, hydrogen-electric powered buses. The project advances the County’s goal to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2035. It reduces annual emissions by 640 tons while ensuring reliable and sustainable bus service.

Cloverly

Detectives Investigate Commercial Burglary ; Surveillance Photos Released

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2022 at 11:47AM

At approximately 10p.m., 4th District Officers responded to the location for the report of a burglary that just occurred.

The investigation by detectives has determined that two suspects forced entry into the gas station, stole an undisclosed amount of money and left the scene.

Health

Montgomery County Health Officials to Host First in a Series of Virtual Town Halls on Monkeypox; Monday, Aug. 22, Meeting to Focus on LGBTQ+ Community

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2022 at 5:04PM

Panelists in the town hall will include Acting County Health Officer James Bridgers; Council Vice President Glass; the County’s LGBTQ+ Community Liaison Amena Johnson; infectious disease specialist Jessica Rosen, a physician with the County’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS); and DHHS Director Raymond Crowel.

The panelists will provide an update on the current Monkeypox situation in Montgomery County and Maryland, as well as share information on the County’s monkeypox vaccine program and answer questions about prevention and treatment.

North Bethesda

Update: Detectives Investigate Josiah Henson Parkway Fatal Collision; Victim’s Name Released

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2022 at 4:18PM

The preliminary investigation by detectives has determined that a white Audi A4 was traveling eastbound on Josiah Henson Pkwy, when for reasons still under investigation, it was struck by a silver Ford Fusion coming from the northbound 355 ramp. The vehicles collided in the intersection.

Rockville

Rockville Police to Hold Gun Buyback Event

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2022 at 3:28PM

On Wednesday, August 17 at 1pm, there will be a news conference held at the Rockville Police Statioion (2 W. Montgomery Ave) announcing a gun buyback event scheduled for Saturday, August 27. Rockville City Police Chief Victor Brito, State’s Attorney John McCarthy and Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Monifa McKnight will be in attendance.

Every gun turned in is one less gun that could be used in a serious crime, suicide or domestic violence incident, or accidentally discharged by a child. Keeping guns off community streets, out of the hands of youth and out of our schools remains the highest priority for all. The Aug. 27 gun buyback is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to dispose of an unwanted firearm voluntarily, anonymously and safely.