Ruby Thai Kitchen at the Westfield Montgomery Mall dining terrace has closed. (more…)
A Montgomery County mom from Silver Spring won a $50,000 top prize on Christmas Day with a $5 Deluxe Crossword scratch-off purchased at Safeway in Wheaton. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery:
QR codes make life convenient, but scammers use them to trick people into giving away personal information or money. The Takoma Park Police Department recently shared tips on how to protect yourself and your family:
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Nationally recognized as the third-largest biopharma hub in the country, and home to thriving industry clusters including technology, defense, and satellite and advanced communications, Montgomery County continues to attract global brands, generate high-quality and high-paying jobs, and drive economic growth.
Recent investments from global industry leaders highlight this continued momentum.
This past March, Samsung Biologics had its official ribbon cutting in Rockville. The Korean contract development and manufacturing leader expanded into the U.S. market through its acquisition of the former Human Genome Sciences facility in Rockville. The acquisition will retain more than 500 jobs and marks Samsung Biologics’ first U.S.-based manufacturing site, further cementing Montgomery County’s position as a premier destination for life sciences companies of all sizes. “During our international trade mission last year, we met with the Samsung Biologics team in Seoul to discuss the economic momentum in Maryland. Today’s ribbon cutting is the realization of that meeting and our state’s momentum,” said Maryland Governor Wes Moore. “South Korea’s largest biotech company is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility here in Maryland. In the state of Maryland, we are delivering for our people and not playing for second.”
Last October, biopharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, headquartered in Gaithersburg since 2013, announced that it will build another state-of-the art facility, also in Gaithersburg. This new facility, which follows the opening of the company’s $300 million cell therapy manufacturing facility opened in Rockville last spring, will create 100 new jobs and continue to expand the company’s R&D footprint in the County. (more…)
Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.
The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.
Join us in celebrating the groundbreaking of construction for the Lightbridge Academy, an early childhood education center dedicated to supporting working families. Offering daycare, preschool, kindergarten, and summer camps, Lightbridge brings its Circle of Care philosophy to the community, combining a strong academic foundation with a focus on social and emotional growth in a safe, supportive environment.
Lightbridge Academy Gaithersburg will be opening in the Walnut Hill Plaza, Gaithersburg in early 2027. This event will take place in the lower parking lot. Please enter by turning onto N Westland drive, turning right into the plaza after passing the construction, and park along the back fence. Light refreshments will be served. Please rsvp at the Gaithersburg Germantown Upcounty Chamber of Commerce website: https://cca.ggchamber.org/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=MDGAI&evtid=20351142&class=E
The Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division has identified 35-year-old Marvin Salamanca Garcia as the decedent and seven Gaithersburg Police Department officers involved in the December 24, 2024, police-involved in-custody death, which remains under investigation. (more…)
The Maryland Lottery awarded over $33.1 million in prizes during the week of December 23–29, including a $1 million scratch-off win in Towson, 11 Mega Millions prizes of $10,000 or […]
Back in October we let you know that Trader Joe’s is set to open at 225 N. Washington St. in Rockville Town Square taking over the former Dawson’s Market space, which closed this past summer after twelve years. The Grocery store recently gutted the interior and construction is now in the early stages at the upcoming location (photos below).
Montgomery County’s Department of Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) is bringing its “upgraded retail concept,” Oak Barrel & Vine, to Westfield Wheaton Mall (11160 Veirs Mill Rd.).
As colder weather approaches and the potential for winter storms looms in January, we take a closer look at the winter outlooks from the four major networks in the D.C. area. While there hasn’t been much winter weather to discuss so far, it’s crucial to remember that winter is just beginning (we are about ten days into) with plenty of opportunities for snowfall and frigid temperatures still ahead.
The Montgonion, Montgomery County’s satirical news site, is marking two years of parodying local events with headlines like “MCPS to Hire 2,800 Bathroom Attendants” and viral stunts such as installing a fake mall banner in Glenmont. Frequently poking fun at The MoCo Show and other county happenings, the site has built a dedicated audience while blending humor with elements of reality. (more…)
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Update from MCPD can be found here.
The intersection of Potomac Tennis Lane and Falls Road in Potomac is closed as the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is on the scene for a person in distress.