On April 10, 2024, at 10:55 p.m. the Rockville City Police Department responded to a shooting in the 300 block of N. Washington St. RCPD officers located an adult, male victim suffering from a single gunshot wound. The suspect, who fled the area on foot, has been arrested- Wesley Walker Jr., 68, of Rockville.
At the request of the Forest Heights Police Department, the Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating an incident that led to a police officer shooting 35-year-old Jhomari Delevante of Silver Spring on Monday evening. Delevante is charged in connection with the incident.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich released the following statement on Tuesday, April 16 regarding White’s Ferry owners Chuck and Stacy Kuhn offering to donate the ferry to Montgomery County:
The Wendy’s location at 12114 Darnestown Rd. in Gaithersburg will hold a grand re-opening event on Saturday, April 27.
On December 28, 2020, White’s Ferry ceased operations due to a dispute with Rockland Farm in Loudon County, VA over the ferry’s landing site. (more…)
17th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
Now in its 17th year, the Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family-friendly street festival featuring 150+ renowned authors, poets, and literary organizations. Enjoy live music on five stages, special guest speakers, military veteran writers and comedians, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children's program, and much more.
Admission is free, and attendees will also be able to explore a marketplace of books and food offerings from local vendors.
Not your average book festival! This festival offers something for everyone!
17th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 11am-4pm (held rain or shine!)
Howard Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
www.dayofthebook.com
Instagram: @kensingtonbookfestival
Contact: Elisenda Sola-Sole, Festival Director
301-949-9416 (text preferred)
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Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 400blk of Green Pasture Dr in Rockville for the report of a fire at approximately 4pm on Monday, April 15. The family dog was able to alert occupants of the fire before the smoke alarms were activated.
“Just in time for summer, your newest tropical escape awaits!” The Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center has announced the upcoming opening of its newest concept, Tiki Bar and Grill. It is expected to open this May (full food and drink menu below).
The Montgomery County Council issued the following new release on Tuesday, April 16: (more…)
Montgomery County Police has announced the arrest of a 46-year-old man for second-degree rape of a minor.
