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Man Arrested After Incident Near Residence of Justice Brett Kavanugh, Governor Hogan Releases Statement

By Patrick Herron

According to Montgomery County Police, at 1:42 a.m. MCPD responded to a call for service in the area of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s home in Chevy Chase. An adult male from California was taken into custody and transported to a Montgomery County police station.  The case was then transferred to the FBI. The Washington Post reports that the man was angry over the recently leaked Supreme Court draft decision that would overturn Roe V. Wade.

The suspect is described as being in his mid-20s, and according to the WaPo article was taken into custody by police “after telling officers he wanted to kill the justice” and that “he apparently did not make it onto Kavanaugh’s property in Montgomery County but was stopped on a nearby street and was found to be carrying a gun, a knife and burglary tools, these people said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing investigation.”

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Bethesda’s Aledade Raises $123 Million Series E To Accelerate Growth In Medicare Advantage And Support Primary Care Physicians With Expanded Services

By MCS Staff

Company will use funds to continue rapid growth, expand network of 1,000+ practices, and add new wraparound services

Founded in 2014,  Bethesda-based Aledade is one of the leading physician enablement company helping independent practices, health centers, and clinics deliver better care to their patients and thrive in value-based care. On Monday, June 6th, Aledade announced it has closed a $123 million Series E funding round to support investments in value-based care for more seniors covered by Medicare Advantage (MA) and innovation that improves patient care and increases medical cost savings, including expanded offerings through its new health services subsidiary, Aledade Care Solutions (ACS). Returning investor OMERS Growth Equity led the round, which also included Fidelity Management & Research Company and other current investors.

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Plant-Based Food Festival Today in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Planet Bethesda, a plant-based food festival, will take place on June 5 from 12-6pm at Elm Street Park in Bethesda.  According to the events website, there will be more than a dozen area restaurants and vendors, live DJ, Bier Garten, and a plant-based pie eating contest.  Participating restaurants include Dog Haus, Berries & Bowls, True Food Kitchen, and Tikka Masala. Entry to is the event is free and vendor food and beverage will be available for purchase.

Planet Bethesda will be held rain or shine. This food, music, and fun festival will take place in beautiful Elm Street Park (4600 Elm Street, Bethesda) on Sunday, June 5th, just a two minute walk from the Bethesda Metro Station, or park your car for FREE in lots 10 and 24. We’ll see you there!

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Mexicue to Open its First MoCo Location on June 7

By MCS Staff

Last July we let you know that New York based Mexicue, which has a nearby location at 1720 14th St NW in DC, would be coming to 4733 Elm St. in Bethesda, the former site of Gusto Farm to Street. The Mexican restaurant has announced via social media that it will one opening on Tuesday, June 7th. The menu features tacos, bowls, shareable platters, margaritas and weekend brunch.

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Ladurée Paris Now Open in Bethesda

By MCS Staff

Ladurée Paris, located at 4808 Bethesda Ave, is now open. Permanent signage was installed on the building earlier this spring and on May 16th we were told that the French café and pastry shop would be opening in approximately two weeks. Ladurée Paris has U.S. locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and currently has a pop-up/kiosk location inside of Montgomery Mall.

Ladurée Paris will be taking over the location that was formerly home to Sugarfina. Sugarfina, the “luxury candy boutique for grown-ups” closed its location in Bethesda Row permanently at the end of September 2019 after a three and a half year run. Dating back to 1862, Ladurée has been known worldwide for their macarons.  The Bethesda menu will also feature chocolates, pastries, teas and more.

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Jolly Yolly Kids is Coming to Montgomery Mall

By Patrick Herron

Jolly Yolly Kids is coming to Westfield Montgomery Mall, according to report by WTOP. The 8,000+ square ft. indoor play space will have playgrounds, party rental space, and an art studio. Per Jolly Yolly:

“Jolly Yolly Kids is an indoor play and learning center for children aged 13 and under. The center has a play area of approximately 8,500 square feet, equipped with a multilevel premium indoor play structure for children aged 13 and under, tot lots for children from 2 to 7 years old, baby area for children aged 2 and under, and party rooms.

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NYC-Based Bakery and Cafe, maman, to Open Next Week in Bethesda

By MCS Staff

Back in March we let you know that NYC’s beloved French Bakery & Café, maman, would be expanding into the Washington, DC region with three new locations opening this year. Its first location will be in Bethesda Row at 7140 Bethesda Ln , replacing Le Pain Quotidien, and now we know that it will be opening on Monday, June 6th.

The Provençal-inspired café, created by co-founders Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte, will bring its fan-favorite salads, sandwiches, and Nutty Chocolate Chip Cookies, made famous by Oprah, to the Bethesda Row neighborhood later this spring/summer. In true maman fashion, the decor will boast florals and feature vintage windows and antique furniture, inspired by the South of France.

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Additional Information on Wednesday’s Fatal Collision in Bethesda Involving Cyclist; Victim’s Identity Released

By Patrick Herron

At approximately 4:09 p.m., 2nd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the location for the report of a collision involving a bicyclist and a vehicle.

The investigation by detectives has determined that the operator of a Trek bicycle was traveling south on the northbound sidewalk on Old Georgetown Rd. The operator of a white 2012 Ford F-250 Cargo van was traveling northbound on Old Georgetown Rd., approaching Cheshire Dr. For reasons that are still under investigation, the operator of the bicycle left the sidewalk, entered the roadway and collided with the Ford. The driver of the Ford remained at the scene after the collision.

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Teenaged Cyclist Killed in Crash on Old Georgetown Road Late Wednesday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

A fatal crash occurred on Northbound Old Georgetown Road (MD-187) near Cheshire Drive and the Wildwood Shopping Center in Bethesda at approximately 4:05PM Wednesday, according to our traffic and public safety reporter Cordell Pugh.

The crash involved an 18 year old cyclist being hit by a motorist, according to Fox 5 DC’s Allison Papson. Per her tweet, the driver remained on the scene and name of the 18-year-old cyclist will be released following proper notification of the family.

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