Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services, in partnership with the Keeping It Safe Coalition, is sponsoring two student contests aimed at raising awareness about the risks of underage drinking and encouraging alcohol-free celebrations during prom season. (more…)
More than 200 industry professionals attended the Annual Awards Gala hosted by the Professional Remodeling Organization (PRO) on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the DoubleTree Hotel Gaithersburg. The event recognized leadership and achievement within the remodeling industry and highlighted workforce development efforts in Montgomery County. (more…)
Viva Mexico Bar & Grill is now anticipating a May opening in Gaithersburg, replacing the former Pizza Hut location at 18509 Woodfield Rd..
Shoppers at Westfield Montgomery in Bethesda will notice large “Entire Store 30 to 60 percent off” and “Store Closing” signs posted outside Francesca’s, as the women’s boutique begins liquidating inventory ahead of its permanent closure.
Dear Educators,
You are invited to join us for our one and only discount event of the year! 20% off everything in our store, to include used books, from 4:00-7:00 Monday, August 17th. The Brady Readery will close to the public early and open exclusively for you. Plus, free wine and food for as long as it lasts. 🙂
Signage has begun coming down at the longtime McDonald’s in Derwood as the store prepares to close permanently on March 15th, though no replacement tenant has been announced for the site.
The Baked Bear at Pike & Rose is giving customers a sweet thank-you this Saturday with a free ice cream giveaway.
A wave of restaurant and cafe openings has been drawing serious attention across Montgomery County, with concepts ranging from regional names making their local debut to homegrown brands leveling up. Here’s a look at 12 of the newest spots creating a buzz on social media, listed alphabetically.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Brenton Edward Hayes, a missing 33-year-old.
DC Water provided an update on February 23, outlining expanded repair and cleanup efforts at the site of the Potomac Interceptor that collapsed on January 19 along Clara Barton Parkway near I-495 and the C&O Canal. The collapse released an estimated 243.5 million gallons of wastewater and was described by the University of Maryland as one of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history. (more…)
An Extreme Cold Alert has been issued for Montgomery County, Maryland until Wednesday, February 25 at 9am due to wind chill values expected to fall below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Officials are urging residents to wear layers, limit time outdoors when possible, and take extra precautions if spending extended time outside. (more…)
Bob’s Bethesda is moving closer to opening at 7776 Norfolk Ave., the former home of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. The restaurant will be owned and operated by the original owner of Bob’s Shanghai 66 in Rockville but will not be affiliated with the current Bob’s Shanghai 66 location operating there today.