Enjoy the last full month of summer with Montgomery Parks. Take in the final Parks Playhouse and Playhouse Junior performances of the season, Foodie Fridays, the Underground Railroad Experience Trail and so much more. August events in Montgomery Parks include:
Parks Playhouse | August 2, 15, 16, 17, 18 | Various times and locations: Parks Playhouse is a summer series of free, live performances to celebrate the artistry of local bands, troupes and groups.
Per Montgomery County Police: Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects who attempted to break into the Exxon gas station on two separate occasions, in the 18000 block of Georgia Ave. in Olney (photos below).
On Sunday, July 2, 2023, at approximately 2:36 a.m., the two suspects were at the gas station, when one of them threw a rock at the front window in an attempt to get in the gas station. The suspects were not able to get in the store and did not obtain any property.
On July 27, at approximately 5:05 am, Takoma Park police responded to the 1100 block of University Boulevard (Silver Spring Jeweler) for a burglary that occurred overnight. Per Takoma Park Police: Unknown suspect(s) entered the establishment by prying open a door and then shattering a second glass door. Property was stolen.
The suspect is described as a Black male, slim build, last seen wearing black pants, black shirt, black sneakers with white soles and light blue latex gloves. Suspect vehicle is a white newer model SUV. Investigation continues under case #230046357. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301-270-1100. This incident occurred in Ward 6. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.
Summer is heating up at Good Counsel Athletics!
Our summer camps are filling fast, and only a few spots remain! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, stay active, or have fun with friends, now is the time to register.
Don’t miss your chance to train with Falcons coaches and athletes this summer. Register today before camps sell out! www.olgchs.org/camps
Per Montgomery County Police: The Montgomery County Department of Police – Traffic Operations Division is rolling out two new versions of marked police cruisers: a standard “slick-top” cruiser and a “ghost graphic” slick-top cruiser. Neither police cruiser will have light bars mounted on the roof; however, they will have lights placed inside, on the top of the windshield and in the rear window.
The ghost graphic cruisers are outfitted with the department’s standard decal but will be displayed in what is referred to as “ghost graphics,” where the markings are a subdued gray and white instead of the standard black and gold lettering seen on most department-issued patrol cars. These graphics are faint during the day but are highly reflective at night.
Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Tacos Pretzel & Pizza Creations.
First 75 registrants can receive free food.*
The rules of travel to Europe will change starting from 2024, as anyone traveling to Europe from the United States will be required to have a travel authorization to enter most European countries through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). ETIAS is currently not in operation and no applications are being collected at this point.
ETIAS travel authorization is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals traveling to any of these 30 European countries. It is linked to a traveler’s passport and is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorization.
Per the Maryland State’s Attorney’s Office: Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 23 Attorneys General announcing opposition to a proposed class action settlement that fails to adequately hold accountable the 3M Company for contaminating Americans’ drinking water supply. Under the proposed settlement, water providers would withdraw the hundreds of lawsuits they have filed against 3M over its use of PFAS, or toxic “forever chemicals,” in a wide range of consumer products and firefighting foams. PFAS are stable in the environment, resistant to degradation, persistent in soil, and known to leach into groundwater.
“The proposed settlement falls short of delivering the accountability and protection our citizens deserve,” said Attorney General Brown. “The potential risks posed by PFAS contamination are far-reaching, threatening the health and well-being of our families, our communities, and the ecological balance of our environment. Marylanders deserve better than a half-hearted attempt and sweeping these concerns under a rug.”
The Silver Spring winner signed the back of his ticket, made an appointment and claimed the $50,000 prize this week. He shared with Lottery officials that he has been saving up to purchase a home. He is one step closer, thanks to the big win.
The Prince George’s County retailer, Route 1 Liquors located at 10500 Baltimore Avenue, is a winner, too. The business will receive a $500 bonus from the Lottery for selling a top-prize winning scratch-off worth $50,000. The $50,000 Cash instant ticket went on sale in December 2022 with 160 $50,000 top prizes; there are 98 top prizes remaining along with others that range from $20 to $5,000. Feature photo courtesy of Google Maps.
Chief Antonio DeVaul from the Takoma Park Police Department has announced the arrest of Yeison Jose Viloris Perozo, 25, of Silver Spring, Maryland, for stolen auto.
Per Takoma Park Police: On July 26, at approximately 3:30 pm, Takoma Park Police were conducting traffic enforcement in the 1100 block of University Boulevard. During a traffic stop, an officer noticed the vehicle being driven had a punched-out ignition. The vehicle was reported stolen from the District of Columbia. Perozo was charged accordingly and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit. This incident occurred in Ward 6. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.
Gordon Ramsay has already opened two restaurants at the Wharf, with his Fish & Chips and Hell’s Kitchen concepts opening within the last year. Last year, he also announced the impending arrival of the his Street Pizza concept– with plans for The Wharf in DC to be the home of the restaurant’s first United States location. BizJournals reports that permits have finally been obtained to move forward with the project.
Per the report, the all-you-can-eat pizza restaurant will move into a location that is “7,100 square feet across two floors and two tenant spaces at 501-507 Seventh St. NW, a block south of Capital One Arena and across the street from José Andrés’ Jaleo.” The restaurant will have over 200 seats and the “layout suggests each level will have its own bar, pool table, lounge, kitchen and dining area.”
Gaithersburg’s Adventist HealthCare, one of the largest employers in Montgomery County, earned a spot on The Washington Post’s list of Top Workplaces 2023 in the Washington, D.C., area. Adventist HealthCare was the only hospital system on the list of 199 honored employers from public and private industries, nonprofits and government agencies. Beyond the healthcare sector, Adventist HealthCare was one of only 17 organizations that The Post honored in the largest company category.
Rankings are based on a survey of employees conducted by The Post through its research partner, Energage LLC. The anonymous survey asked employees to rate their companies in areas related to workplace culture, including connection, leadership, engagement, pay and benefits. The Post invited 6,500 employers in the region to participate.
A Silver Spring resident is $31,714 richer after purchasing a winning lottery ticket from Giant at 18250 Flower Hill Way in Gaithersburg. Full story below courtesy of MD Lottery:
“A Montgomery County woman was all smiles as she reeled in a $31,714 prize on a FAST PLAY Gold Fish ticket. The anonymous player, who is using the nickname “Disco” for Lottery publicity, said that her winning story began at the Flower Hill Giant in Gaithersburg. She bought the $2 ticket there on Wednesday, July 19 and took it outside to her car to check for a win.