Montgomery Parks will present an updated Athletic Field Use Permit Policy to the Montgomery Planning Board on Thursday, February 5, 2026, marking the first major revision to the policy since 2013.
McDonald’s has now confirmed an exact closing date for its longtime Derwood location. The McDonald’s at 7200 Muncaster Mill Road in the Red Mill Shops shopping center is scheduled to permanently close on March 15, ending a run that spans multiple fast-food restaurant eras at the site.
The National Weather Service (NWS) is expecting a light snowfall across much of Maryland and Northern Virginia Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning, with expected snowfall maps showing around half an inch of snow (a 10% chance of higher end totals can reach an inch, per the map below).
There is no better place to relax and unwind than the Lakehouse at Copper Canyon Grill in Gaithersburg.
Overlooking the water, the Lakehouse offers a refreshing outdoor dining experience perfect for lunch, dinner, or drinks with friends. Guests can enjoy chef-prepared favorites, handcrafted cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere designed for gathering and conversation.
Whether you are planning a casual afternoon, a sunset dinner, or a weekend outing, the Lakehouse provides the ideal setting to take in the season.
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Maryland State Police arrested Rayshaud Davon Shield, 32, of Upper Marlboro, after a crash early Saturday morning in Prince George’s County that left a state trooper injured.
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Dollar Tree has opened a new store at 20906 Frederick Road, Suite A, in Germantown, taking over the former Staples space that closed in August. (more…)
If you think you’ve had a great burger, wait until you meet this one. 7th Street Burger started as a smash-burger sensation in New York’s East Village, earned waves of praise and social-media buzz for its crispy, juicy patties and simple, craveable formula. That hype was brought to the DMV with its DC locations and now it’s here in Maryland with some calling it Maryland’s version of In-N-Out because of its fries.
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One of Maryland’s most talked-about burgers is entering its next chapter. Fifty Fifty, the Frederick-based burger concept known for its half beef, half bacon patties, is officially rebranding as Backslash Burger. While the name is changing, everything that made the burger a statewide standout is staying exactly the same.
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A pair of coywolves, also known as eastern coyotes, were spotted moving together Thursday afternoon in the Burtonsville area, according to Tim Pruss of MyDronePro, who encountered the animals while searching for a lost dog (video below).
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Permanent signage is now up at Quincy’s Golf & Social at 245 Kentlands Blvd. in Gaithersburg, marking another visible step toward the opening of the country club-style restaurant, bar, and golf venue in the former Not Your Average Joe’s space.
A Cold Weather Advisory is now in effect for Montgomery County from 10pm Sunday through 8am Monday, according to the National Weather Service, as an arctic air mass continues to impact the region.
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Updated with email sent by MCPS to employees at 6:32pm on Sunday evening
Montgomery County Public Schools announced that all schools will remain closed to students on Monday, February 2, 2026, while school system offices will open on time and staff are expected to report as they would on a regular non-instructional day.