President Donald Trump’s Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is urging the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to sell the Bretton Woods Recreation Center golf course in Germantown, a 286-acre property long associated with the institution’s staff and affiliates.
When William H. Farquhar Middle School opened its doors in 1968, it marked the start of a new era for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). The Olney school became the first in the county to adopt the “middle school” model, serving grades six through eight, a departure from the traditional “junior high” structure that had long served grades seven through nine.
For decades, The Golden Bull in Gaithersburg (Montgomery County) and Adelphi (Prince George’s County) was one of the region’s best-known steakhouses, serving hearty portions of prime rib and steak in an old-school setting that became a favorite for celebrations and family dinners. Its locations were each recognized by the distinctive golden bull statue mounted atop the building… a true roadside landmark for anyone driving by (television commercial courtesy the now defunct www.golden-bull.com)
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Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) 5th District officers responded overnight to a domestic incident in Germantown involving a man reportedly armed with a handgun. (more…)
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A new fashion boutique, Lavender Rose Boutiques LLC, is now open in Olney. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, October 21 to receive its semi-annual update as the Board of Health, covering topics such as respiratory virus season and public health initiatives.
A new wellness destination is preparing to make its mark in downtown Bethesda. The Stretch Loft, founded by Gaithersburg High School alum Ben “The Baptist” Atanga, is opening soon at 4853 Cordell Avenue on the penthouse level, promising a space that blends holistic healing, bodywork, and culture in a way unlike anything else in the area.
Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM) has announced the completion of a multimillion dollar renovation at the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, marking the property’s first major update in ten years.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded Monday to a fire at the Barnesville School on Peach Tree Road in Barnesville involving the building’s backup generator system. (more…)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe is continuing its expansion in Montgomery County with its fourth location coming soon to Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood. The popular bakery and cafe will be taking over half of the space previously occupied by Buca di Beppo at 112 Kentlands Blvd.