Bethesda Row is set to welcome a new major retailer as Sephora has secured a permit for a significant $1 million fitout. The new store will occupy the 6,718 SF space at 7271 Woodmont Avenue, which was most recently home to Chef José Andrés’ Spanish Diner.
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, a traveling food truck selling Hello Kitty-themed treats, will make a stop at Bethesda Row on Saturday, August 9 from 10am-7pm. (more…)
Potomac residents craving a fresh, hand-rolled bagel are in luck, as Bethesda Bagels is targeting an early September opening for its newest location in Cabin John Village. This highly anticipated addition to the neighborhood’s dining scene will bring the beloved local institution’s famous New York-style bagels to the shopping center.
An active shooter report at Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda this morning was quickly resolved after the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) determined the individual was carrying a plastic training rifle. The incident, which prompted a significant police response, was found to have no malicious intent, and the individual is not being charged.
Downtown Bethesda is set to welcome a new culinary addition as Takumi Japanese Bistro and Bar prepares to open its doors at 4929 Bethesda Avenue. The new restaurant will occupy a space with a rich history of Asian-inspired dining, previously home to Wang Dynasty and, for 15 years before that, the beloved Shanghai Village.
Update by MCPD states “the subject was carrying a plastic training rifle. There was no malicious intent, and the adult male is not being charged.”
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to reports of an active shooter situation on the 8900 block of Rockville Pike earlier today, the address of Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda. Officers from the 2nd District were dispatched at approximately 10:24 a.m. after receiving the alarming call.
Dok Khao Thai Eatery is now open at 8551 Connecticut Avenue in Chevy Chase Lake. (more…)
Strathmore has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring a wide range of performances from September through June. Highlights include appearances by Elizabeth Gilbert, David Sedaris, Herbie Hancock, Natalia Lafourcade, Joshua Bell, and the Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes. (more…)
According to a new analysis by SmartAsset, Bethesda and Rockville are among the safest suburbs in the United States, ranking #2 and #4 respectively. The study evaluated 360 U.S. suburbs within 45 minutes of a major city, using data on violent crime, property crime, drug overdoses, traffic deaths, and excessive drinking to assess overall safety. (more…)
A new era for events in downtown Bethesda officially begins today with the grand opening of The Cordell, a modern and versatile event space located at 4865 Cordell Ave. Previously home to beloved establishments like Grapeseed and Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant, The Cordell aims to fill a distinct need for a centrally located, design-forward venue in the heart of the community.
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School (B-CC) is undergoing a leadership transition as Principal Dr. Shelton Mooney has made the decision to step down and has accepted a new role within Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), according to a letter sent to the B-CC community. Dr. Mooney will be moving to James Hubert Blake High School to serve as an assistant principal, a change from an earlier communication that had placed him at Albert Einstein High School.