North Bethesda

Traffic: Collision Closes Southbound Lanes of Rockville Pike on Friday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

A collision has closed all southbound lanes of Rockville Pike (MD-355) at Tuckerman Lane, with northbound now down to one right lane.  Drivers are to expect significant delays and advised to seek an alternate route. The collision occurred on Rockville Pike between Tuckerman Lane and Strathmore Avenue around 1:30pm on Friday afternoon.

According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer, four patients were transported to the hospital, including two juveniles, all with non life-threatening injuries (one of which was Pri2 trauma.) We will post an update when more information becomes available.

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Silver Spring

Bowie Man Arrested for Attempted Carjacking in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

At approximately 10:49 a.m., 3rd District officers responded to the Shell/Dash In gas station in the 11100 block of New Hampshire Ave. for an attempted carjacking call.

The investigation by detectives determined that the adult male victim was pumping gas when the unknown suspect entered the front passenger seat of the car and began searching for property. The suspect then exited the car and began to beat the victim, and knocked him to the ground multiple times. He then demanded the victim’s car keys and ran away. The victim was transported to an area hospital for his injuries.

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Wheaton

Summer Health Fair & Family Fun Zone This Weekend at Wheaton Mall 

By Patrick Herron

Westfield Wheaton (11160 Veirs Mill Rd), in partnership with Nueva Vida, will be hosting a free Summer Health Fair & Family Fun Zone this Saturday, June 25th from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. in the lower level Macy’s Court. Visitors can take advantage of free health screenings and resources, workout sessions, music, activities and surprises for kids and grown-up kids alike.

Who: More than 30 organizations from across the region will gather to provide resources and information including health screenings and information sessions, in collaboration with Montgomery County. A few of the organizatoins that will be on site include:

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MoCo Recreation

Discounted Tickets Available for County Pools for Monday, July 4

By Patrick Herron

The seven outdoor pools include the following:

Outdoor pool hours for July 4 are 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 3-6 p.m. Tickets will be valid for the session selected and are nonrefundable. Residents can purchase up to 10 tickets. Tickets will be scanned at the door and a valid photo ID is required. The primary purchaser must present the ticket upon entry for the entire group. Once the ticket is redeemed guest are not allowed re-entry. Buy tickets here.

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MoCo

County Elected Officials React to the Overturning of Roe v. Wade

By Patrick Herron

This morning the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that stated that women had a constitutional right to an abortion. Abortion bans are now expected in up to 26 states (not including Maryland.) Below  are reactions from several Montgomery County elected officials:

“The Council stands united in the belief that a person’s right to make their own decisions about their healthcare deserves the highest level of constitutional protection, and a politicized Supreme Court should not choose to curb or restrict the constitutional rights of citizens. 

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Aspen Hill

Pedestrian Struck and Killed By Driver Near Leisure World Early Friday Morning

By MCS Staff

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Georgia Avenue in the area of Leisure World at approximately 4:30am on Friday morning, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) PIO, Pete Piringer.

Piringer tweeted that MCFRS responded to a call Friday morning on Georgia Avenue near Rossmoor Boulevard.  Upon arrival 1 adult was evaluated for life threatening injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene. All lanes on Southbound Georgia Avenue remained closed for most of the morning as a result of the fatal crash, until reopening at approximately 8:30am.

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DC Sports

DC to host 2023 MLS All-Star Game

By MCS Staff

The MLS All-Star Game has been elected to head to D.C. Major League Soccer announced Thursday that Washington, D.C. will host the 2023 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target on July 19 at Audi Field, home of D.C. United. The opponent for Major League Soccer’s showcase event will be announced at a later date.

The 2023 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target will be presented live to fans around the world through the MLS streaming service as part of Major League Soccer’s 10-year partnership with Apple. The first-of-its-kind partnership will see all MLS matches, including marquee games and events, streamed live around the world. Additional broadcast information will be announced at a later date.

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Crime

Arrest Made in Relation to Thursday’s Bomb Threat Investigation in Wheaton

By MCS Staff

Updated at 12:04pm to include the name of the man arrested

Fire/Explosive Investigators have arrested and charged a 35 year old man, Amir Paul, in relation to the bomb threat investigation at the Arrive Wheaton apartments on Thursday, June 23, per Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services PIO Pete Piringer. Per the tweet, “Among other things, charges are: False Fire Alarm; Disorderly Conduct; Threat of Mass Violence: Arson/Threat; False & Phony Destructive Device & more.” No further information is available at the time.

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Silver Spring

Meeting to Address Progress of Purple Line Construction Will Be Held Tuesday, June 28, in Silver Spring 

By Patrick Herron

Oak View Elementary is located at 400 East Wayne Ave. in Silver Spring.   The meeting is open to the public and questions are permitted during the question-and-answer portion of the meeting. The Purple Line will be a 16-mile light rail line that will extend from Bethesda in Montgomery County to New Carrollton in Prince George’s County. It will provide a direct connection to the Metrorail Red, Green and Orange Lines at Bethesda, Silver Spring, College Park, and New Carrollton. The Purple Line also will connect to MARC, Amtrak and local bus services. The revised planned completion date is 2026.

MDOT MTA has been holding planning community meetings, open houses and Community Advisory Meetings to give residents updates on the Purple Line. Additional information is available on the project’s website at  purplelinemd.com/upcoming-meetings.

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