Maryland Emancipation Day is Nov. 1; the historic moment in 1864 when Maryland’s new constitution abolished slavery across the state. Montgomery Parks invites the community to honor this important day with a series of events designed to educate, engage and reflect. Maryland Emancipation Day events:
A fundraiser has been launched to support the family of the Odessa Shannon Middle School student who was seriously injured on Wednesday, October 22, during a physical education class in Silver Spring. According to his mother, Emily Diaz, the funds will help cover medical expenses and any specialized items her son may need during his recovery. (more…)
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!
Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps
Takoma Park Police are investigating an assault and vehicle theft that occurred early Tuesday morning in the 1100 block of Linden Avenue.
Program Overview
This 6 week Saturday tennis clinic is designed for middle school players who want to learn and improve their tennis skills in a fun and supportive environment. Players will build confidence on the court while developing strong fundamentals and enjoying the game with other students.
Solaire Social, the downtown Silver Spring food hall located at 8200 Dixon Ave, will close its doors on Friday, October 24, as first reported by Source of the Spring.
California Tortilla will close its Gaithersburg location at 12211 Darnestown Road on November 2, a store representative confirmed today. The fast-casual Mexican restaurant, located in the Quince Orchard Marketplace shopping center, across from Quince Orchard High School, has been a local favorite for years but will soon serve its final burritos, bowls, and tacos.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has denied Maryland’s appeal for a Major Disaster Declaration related to the May 2025 flooding in Allegany and Garrett counties, leaving the state without access to federal disaster recovery funding.
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Northwest Montgomery County from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Friday, October 24.
Following a 12-day trial in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, a jury convicted 27-year-old DeAngelo McRoy of first-degree murder, armed carjacking, armed robbery, and use of a firearm in a felony related to the 2024 killing of Delondre Sawyer in Gaithersburg. (more…)
Montgomery County Police arrested 33-year-old Deondray Darnell Osborne of Silver Spring in connection with a July 20 attempted first-degree murder on 16th Street. (more…)