Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire at 19 Forest Landing Ct in Rockville at 8:15 AM on Thursday morning. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, along with 21 other attorneys general, issued an open letter to the legal community condemning attempts by the Trump administration to intimidate lawyers and law firms over ideological differences. The coalition emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law, resisting political pressure, and supporting colleagues who face retribution for representing clients adverse to the administration. (more…)
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Dacha Beer Garden is coming to 1115 East-West Highway in Silver Spring, taking over the former site of Denizens Brewery. Denizens, which opened in the space in June 2014, closed its Silver Spring location in October 2023, with owner Julie Verrati stating, “Our ten-year lease has come to an end, and that’s the end of an era for us. It’s been an incredible ten years in Silver Spring, and we’re so grateful for the community here…” Denizens can still be found at 4550 Van Buren St in Riverdale Park, MD.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued a consumer alert regarding 23andMe’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy, raising concerns about the potential transfer or sale of consumers’ genetic information. He advised Marylanders to consider deleting their accounts to protect their sensitive data, noting that 23andMe allows users to remove their information through account settings. (more…)
ConnectJew LIVE! is a social discovery night where 20+ local Jewish organizations, clubs, dinners, and communities come together so you can explore the DMV young adult Jewish scene in one evening. A mixer for Jewish life, friends, and community — meet people, discover social clubs, find Shabbat dinners, and plug in at whatever level feels right. Tickets required; exact address sent 24 hours before the event (Metro Center / Chinatown area).
The Big Flea come to the Fredericksburg Expo Center Aug. 15-16th!
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Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined 31 attorneys general in urging Congress to pass H.R. 2350 and S. 1137, which would allow states to use cell phone jamming technology in prisons to prevent inmates from using contraband phones for criminal activities. The coalition argues that these devices would enhance public safety by disrupting illegal communications without interfering with emergency services.
Last August, Kensington’s BabyCat Brewery announced plans to open a second location at 4800 Rugby Ave in Bethesda. (more…)
With the Consumer Price Index for clothing increasing rapidly over the past few years, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the States Where People Spend the Most & Least on Clothes to shed light on where Americans are having the most trouble affording apparel. Per the report, Marylanders spent the fourth lowest % of their income on clothing.
The Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to consider proposed permit program parking regulations, including the City’s residential and commercial permit parking programs. City residents, businesses, and stakeholders are invited to provide input on the proposed changes, which aim to improve parking availability, accessibility, and overall traffic management. The public hearing will take place during the regular Mayor and City Council meeting on April 7, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at 16 S. Summit Ave.
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UPDATE: James Montague has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating […]
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Maryland leaders, including Governor Wes Moore, gathered to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, honoring the six victims and recognizing the state’s resilience. Officials reaffirmed their commitment to rebuilding the bridge and supporting affected communities, businesses, and workers in the ongoing recovery efforts. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a brush fire near Brink Road and Wightman Road in Gaithersburg around 3:55 p.m. on Wednesday. (more…)