Author: Patrick Herron

MoCo Police

Auto Theft Prevention Initiative Program Now Open to All Montgomery County Residents

By Patrick Herron

With the recent spike in auto thefts across the county, Montgomery County Police are now offering all residents an opportunity to participate in the Auto Theft Prevention Initiative. The program was initially only open to residents in MCPD’s 4th District (Wheaton).

Per MCPD: “Officers will install a Tile device in the registered owner’s vehicle, which can be used as an aid to assist law enforcement officials with locating a vehicle in the event it is stolen. Montgomery County Police officers will not have the ability to track the Tile device. It will be up to the registered owner of the vehicle, to provide location information to officers should their vehicle be stolen.

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Gaithersburg

MCFRS Respond to House Fire in Gaithersburg/Montgomery Village on Sunday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue services responded to a house fire in 19900blk of Buhrstone Dr. (off Wheelwright Drive near Apple Ridge Road) in Montgomery Village on Sunday around 4:40pm, according to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer.  Around 75 firefighters responded to the scene. All three levels of the town house were involved when firefighters arrived. 

One firefighter was transported to the hospital after they are believed to have fallen from the 2nd floor to 1st, but they have been released and there were no serious injuries reported. According to Piringer, the “TH of origin was unoccupied at time of fire, neighbors were not home & will be displaced as result of damage (family of 6) additionally, FFs located/rescued 6 cats & 2 birds in adjoining TH.”  The fire was under control around 5pm.  Damages are estimated to be around $550K and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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Rockville

Chairs Stolen From Rockville Church After They Were Placed Outside in Memory of Students and Teachers Killed at Uvalde Elementary School

By Patrick Herron

In response, the church wrote, “Someone stole the chairs, we remember anyway, faithworkshere” and “Chair thief, if you need more let us know, we can share” on its outdoor sign.

Feature photo courtesy of All Set on Facebook.

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Takoma Park

$1 Million Powerball Ticket Purchased in MoCo Expires June 20

By Patrick Herron

Lottery officials encourage the winner to sign the back of the ticket and claim the prize. Instructions on claiming prizes in person or by mail are available HERE . Players must redeem prizes larger than $25,000 by mail or at Lottery headquarters in the Montgomery Park Business Center, 1800 Washington Blvd., Suite 330 in Baltimore. The Lottery’s Claims Center in Baltimore is open by appointment only (no walk-ins). Click HERE to schedule an appointment.

This second-tier winning Powerball ticket is one of seven from 2021. The other six prizes were claimed, as was a $731.1 million jackpot on a ticket sold Jan. 20, 2021 in Allegany County. This year, players have won three second-tier Powerball prizes.

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Bethesda

Plant-Based Food Festival Today in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Planet Bethesda, a plant-based food festival, will take place on June 5 from 12-6pm at Elm Street Park in Bethesda.  According to the events website, there will be more than a dozen area restaurants and vendors, live DJ, Bier Garten, and a plant-based pie eating contest.  Participating restaurants include Dog Haus, Berries & Bowls, True Food Kitchen, and Tikka Masala. Entry to is the event is free and vendor food and beverage will be available for purchase.

Planet Bethesda will be held rain or shine. This food, music, and fun festival will take place in beautiful Elm Street Park (4600 Elm Street, Bethesda) on Sunday, June 5th, just a two minute walk from the Bethesda Metro Station, or park your car for FREE in lots 10 and 24. We’ll see you there!

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Silver Spring

Silver Spring Man Killed in ATV Collision

By Patrick Herron

The investigation by detectives has determined that Herbert was involved in a collision while on an ATV. He sustained life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to officially determine the cause and manner of death.

At this time, investigators have no reason to suspect foul play in this case. This is an active and ongoing investigation.

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Silver Spring

Forest Estates Farmers Market in Silver Spring Returns Sunday, June 5

By Patrick Herron

The Forest Estates Farmers Market at 10000 Woodland Dr. in Silver Spring returns this Sunday, June 5, after being closed the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The market runs from 10am-1pm. Additional details below per the market:

After two long pandemic years, the Forest Estates Farmers Market is re-opening THIS SUNDAY, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.! It will be next to the parking lot at Getty Park, located at the top of Belvedere Boulevard at Woodland  Drive near Holy Cross. This is also where you can pick up the map for the Forest Estates Garden Tour as of 12:30 p.m. Sunday.

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Gaithersburg

Lapu Lapu in Kentlands to Hold Soft Opening This Sunday

By Patrick Herron

Lapu Lapu at 216 Market St W. in Gaithersburg has announced that they will be holding a soft opening this Sunday, June 5, from 7am-3pm.  The new restaurant is be taking over the 325 square foot storefront that was formerly home to Tex-Mex restaurant Peppers, located next to Vasili’s in the Kentlands. It will specialize in breakfast sandwiches and will have a few tables available for outdoor seating.

Lapu Lapu is the sister restaurant of popular Rockville restaurant Kuya Ja’s Lechon Belly. According to their social media accounts, “No better day to announce this than #nationaleggday 🥚🍳 The day has come! (Almost!) Come join us for our soft opening this Sunday from 7am-3pm! We can’t wait to see you.” Lapu Lapu has been holding “pop ups” at Kuya Ja’s Lechon Belly on weekends over the past few months.

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MoCo Police

Two Men Indicted on Manslaughter Charges Following Death of Four-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

On the evening of Thursday, October 21, 2021, Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the intersection of Georgia Avenue at Dexter Avenue for the report of a three-vehicle collision.

A black 2005 Acura RSX and a silver 2021 Honda Civic were traveling southbound on Georgia Avenue, approaching Dexter Avenue. The driver of a black 2020 Ford Fusion attempted to make a left turn from northbound Georgia Avenue to Dexter Avenue when it was struck by both the Acura and the Honda. The Acura then left the roadway and struck a brick wall. The Honda and Ford remained on the roadway.

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Clarksburg

Clarksburg Man Arrested for Impersonating a Police Officer

By Patrick Herron

On Sunday, May 15, 2022, 4th District officers responded to the 3300 block of North Leisure World Blvd. for the report of a suspicious situation.

The investigation by officers determined that Kinsey was operating a grey Barwood Taxi sedan when he approached the main gate of the Leisure World community and identified himself to the security guard as a Montgomery County Police Officer. He then entered the Leisure World community.

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Germantown

The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Will Offer a Free Community-Based Diabetes Self-Management Program at Germantown Library on June 22.

By Patrick Herron

The Diabetes Self-Management Program was created at Stanford University and is a nationally recognized diabetes prevention and management program. The program covers the physical aspect of managing diabetes, as well as the emotional aspect and is designed to improve an individual’s A1C and reduce complications associated with diabetes.

The program has demonstrated proven health benefits and complements the diabetic medical management services people receive from their providers. Participants will enhance their ability to maintain active and fulfilling lifestyles, improve problem-solving and decision-making skills and address the challenges of living with diabetes. Workshop topics include improving food choices, increasing physical activity and practicing coping skills to maintain nutrition and a healthy weight.

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