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24-Year-Old Man Allegedly Stabs His Parents in Bethesda Late Sunday Night

Published June 26, 2023 at 8:51AM

Earlier this morning we reported that a man was arrested following a domestic dispute on the 6500 block of Greentree Rd in Bethesda late Sunday night/early Monday morning. The following is a brief summary of events regarding the assault that occurred on Sunday, June 25, 2023, per Montgomery County Police:

“At approximately 11:50 p.m., MCP 2nd District officers responded to the location for the report of a domestic-related assault. The preliminary investigation has revealed that a dispute occurred between a 24-year-old male and his parents. The dispute escalated and the suspect allegedly stabbed his parents with a knife. Both parents were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries. The suspect has been taken into custody.

One Person in Custody, Two Victims Transported to Hospital With Serious Injuries After Domestic Incident in Bethesda

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 6:41AM

Updated to include a quote from Montgomery County Police

An arrest was made on Monday morning stemming from an incident that closed Greentree Rd. in Bethesda and involved heavy police presence for several hours overnight. According to Police, “MCPD responded to the 6500 block of Greentree Road for the report of a domestic-related assault. Two adult victims were transported to area hospitals with non-life threatening but serious injuries. The suspect has been taken into custody. There is no threat to the community at this time.”

Situational Awareness: Private Fireworks Display in Bethesda Tonight

By MCS Staff

Published June 25, 2023 at 1:13PM

For over 25 years, The Bethesda Country Club has hosted its fireworks display event for its members. The fireworks display begins at sundown (around 9pm) for roughly 25 minutes on Sunday, June 25, 2023 (rain date will be on Monday, June 26 2023).

Bethesda Country Club is located at 7601 Bradley Blvd and the display will be visible in the surrounding area. “This is a private event for our members and their guests, however for those who live nearby, all you need to do is look up and enjoy an exciting and beautiful show!”

MoCo’s Abby Meyers Makes Her WNBA Debut With The Washington Mystics

By MCS Staff

Published June 24, 2023 at 10:15AM

Abby Meyers is Whitman High School’s all-time leading scorer with over 1,700 points and was the Ivy League Player of the Year last year before transferring to the University of Maryland for her senior season. On Tuesday, she signed a hardship contract with the Washington Mystics Tuesday. Meyers, who was a captain in her only year with the Terps, was drafted 11th overall in the first round of the WNBA Draft by the Dallas Wings, but was waived prior to the start of the season.

A hardship contract is commonly used when a team has fewer than 10 players available for a game. The Mystics are on a three-game winning streak and Meyers scored 2 points in 6 minutes in her debut– the team’s most recent game on Thursday. I’m the video below, Meyers talks about what it’s like playing in the DMV again, “woke up in my own house that I grew up in, and drove down a few blocks to get here.”

Five Things To Do in MoCo This Weekend (June 23-25, 2023)

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2023 at 10:54PM

Chevy Chase Village Announces Selection of New Police Chief

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2023 at 10:07PM | Updated June 23, 2023 at 8:18AM

The Board of Managers of Chevy Chase Village has announced the appointment of John Nesky, 58, as its new Police Chief, effective October 1, 2023.

Per Chevy Chase Village: Chief Nesky, has over 30 years of law enforcement experience, including currently serving as Chief of Police for the Bowie Police Department located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Chief Nesky will succeed John Fitzgerald, who has announced he will retire this coming fall after twelve years as the Village’s Chief.

17-Year-Old Fights Off Attacker While Jogging in Chevy Chase

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2023 at 8:18AM | Updated June 22, 2023 at 8:36AM

Per the Maryland-National Capital Park Police-Montgomery County Division: The Maryland-National Capital Park Police are investigating the report of an attempted sexual assault that occurred today (Wednesday, June 21) at approximately 2:30 p.m. in the area of Beach Drive and Leland Road in Rock Creek Stream Valley Unit 1.

The victim, 17-year-old female, was jogging on Beach Drive at the intersection of Leland Road when a white vehicle approached her. An unknown male asked her if she wanted a ride. When she said no, the subject exited the vehicle and grabbed her and attempted to sexually assault her. The victim was able to fight off the subject who ran back to his car and fled the scene in his vehicle towards East-West Highway. The victim was examined at a local hospital to ensure she was not injured. Park Police along with Montgomery County Police secured the crime scene and canvassed the area for the suspect with negative results. The Park Police will be providing additional marked and unmarked patrol units in the area.

First Look at Baltimore-Based Ice Cream Shop ‘The Charmery’

By MCS Staff

Published June 21, 2023 at 8:51PM

Baltimore-Based ice cream shop The Charmery will open its newest location at 8551 Connecticut Ave, Suite 202, in Chevy Chase on Friday, June 23rd– it’s first in Montgomery County. The Charmery held its first soft opening event today from 6pm-9pm and will hold its second soft opening event on Thursday from 6pm-9pm (video below).

As part of the grand opening the store will unveil a special flavor as an homage to F. Scott Fitzegerald, who lived in Baltimore, but is known to have spent time in Montgomery County and is buried at a Rockville cemetery. The flavor is called Fitzgerald’s Rickey and is comprised of gin and lime flavored ice cream.

Tractor Trailer Crash Shuts Down I-495S at I-270 Spur

By MCS Staff

Published June 21, 2023 at 7:57PM

Tractor Trailer Crash occurred at I-495 SB (Outer Loop) at the I-270 Spur in Montgomery County, MD. All lanes of the Outer Loop are blocked. Delays are approximately 1.5 miles.

Per our public safety reporter Cordell Pugh, Maryland State Police, Montgomery County Police, and MDSHA working to divert traffic off the Outer Loop of the Beltway (I-495 West) on to MD-187/Old Georgetown Road. Tonight’s crash, which involved 2 tractor-trailers, occurred shortly after 7PM. Featured photo courtesy of MDOT.

‘Foodie Fridays’ Speaker Series of Montgomery Parks Will Have Conversations About Food-Related Topics at Josiah Henson Museum and Park in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 6:56PM

Per Montgomery County: Food lovers of all interests are sure to find something fitting their tastes this summer and fall as Montgomery Parks will host its “Foodie Fridays” speaker series this summer at Josiah Henson Museum and Park in Bethesda. The series will be held on the fourth Friday of each month, with the series opening at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 23.

Foodie Fridays will feature farmers, educators, community organizers, food lovers and changemakers. Each session will be a conversation about a different food-related topic. Admission of $10 per person includes light refreshments and one alcoholic beverage for adults 21 and older with identification. It also includes a ticket to the Josiah Henson Museum (a $5 value) that is redeemable during regular museum hours.

New York’s Chip City Prepares for Construction on First Maryland Store

By MCS Staff

Published June 21, 2023 at 5:32PM

Last November, we let you know that New York‘s Chip City will be opening its first Maryland location at the Shoppes of Bethesda, replacing Fancy Cakes By Leslie at 4939 Elm St. Fancy Cakes by Leslie closed in October 2022. While there has been no movement since then, a commercial permit was issued earlier this month for a $210,000 buildout at the location.

Five years ago, cookies were a side hustle for Theodore Gailas and Peter Phillips. Since then, they’ve opened over a dozen Chip City cookie shops in and around New York with plans to expand outside of the area. Chip City is expected to rapidly expand, with over 20 stores expected to open in 2023. According to Forbes, The rollout plan will be supported by the founder of fast casual restaurant Shake Shack, Danny Meyer, who recently invested $10 million in the cookies. An opening timeframe for Chip City’s Bethesda location is not currently available.