MoCo Government

“Violent crime has increased both locally and nationally, but we can utilize camera technology to help solve these crimes,” Councilmember Rice said. “Police recently used security camera footage to help solve a tragic murder in Germantown. By making security cameras available to members of the community who might not otherwise be able to afford them, we are empowering our residents to help make our communities safer.”

“I am pleased to support this program. It is another step forward as our community comes together to help solve crime in all ways possible,” said Councilmember Katz, who serves as the Public Safety Committee Chair.


Restaurants

Alyssa’s Mangoneadas is coming to 2670 University Blvd W in Wheaton, taking over the location that was recently home to El Olam Iglesia Pentecostal and previously home to Wheaton Tile Center and Doña Bessy’s Pupuseria.

As of now, we only know that mangoneadas will be on the menu. A mangoneada, which is also known as a chamango, chamoyada, mangollada, or mangonada, is a Mexican beverage that can double as a dessert. It’s mango-based, with fresh mangoes forming it’s foundation that’s sometimes supplemented with mango sorbet. The drink is sweet, spicy, and salty, and is often served with straws wrapped in tamarind paste and a dusting of tajin.


North Bethesda

Back in September we let you know that South Block, a smoothie and juice bar best known for their acai bowls, would be opening a new location in Pike & Rose. South Block has been aiming for a summer 2022 opening, and announced this morning that it will be opening on Tuesday, June 21st.

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Aspen Hill

Montgomery County Police responded to a shooting at the 7-Eleven located at 14101 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring at approximately 3:18am on Sunday morning. MCPD officers located two victims, Enrique Devaul and Kristie Thrappas, both employees of the store.  Thrappas’ ex-boyfriend, Zekale Long, allegedly entered the 7-Eleven and shot at Devaul, grazing his midsection.

According to MCPD, “the investigation by detectives determined that the adult male victim was in the store when the suspect entered the store and began having an argument with him for dating his ex-girlfriend. The verbal argument escalated to a physical altercation when the suspect brandished a handgun and fired one round at the victim. The round grazed the victim who sustained minor injuries. The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle.


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Silver Spring

Aritra Kishan Roy, age 23, was last seen on Monday, May 16, 2022, at approximately 9:45 a.m., in the 1030 block of Ruatan Street.

Roy is approximately 5-feet, 7-inches tall and weighs 140 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a light grey shirt and black jacket.


Olney

Maryland-National Capital Park Police responded to the Olney Indoor Swim Center at 16605 Georgia Ave in Olney on Tuesday morning around 10am for a bomb threat. According to police, a note was found inside of a locker at the center that mentioned a bomb.  On Twitter, Park Police said that the building had been swept by K9 and has been deemed safe. Detectives are currently on the scene investigating and there is no threat to public safety at this time.

The swim center was evacuated at the time of the threat but has since reopened. We will post an update when more information becomes available.


Germantown

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Germantown

There will be a food distribution event today, June 14, at Germantown Elementary School (19110 Liberty Mill Rd) from 2-3PM. Please remain in your vehicle while food is being delivered.

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MoCo

Popeyes has made plenty of recent moves within Montgomery County, recently opening new locations in Briggs ChaneyDowntown Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg. The fried chicken chain announced in April that it is set to open more than 200 new locations in the United States and Canada this year with additional locations in several other places around the world. Over half of the new Popeyes locations that are scheduled to open in 2022 will feature double drive-thrus, but it’s still unclear whether or not the new Clarksburg location will have a drive-thru.


Germantown

On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Tonja Jones, age 17, was last seen at her residence in the 8900 block of Center Way Rd.  Tonja is 5-feet, 4-inches tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds. She has brown eyes and orange hair. She was last seen wearing eyeglasses, a black t-shirt, black shorts and black Crocs.

Police and family are concerned for her welfare.