The Arby’s restaurant located at 225 Gorman Ave in Laurel has permanently closed its doors. A notice on the door directs customers to the Jessup location at 7410 Assateague Drive.
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Prince George’s County Police Officer Simeon Daramola was charged with driving while impaired early Saturday morning in Laurel while off duty in a marked police cruiser, leading to the suspension of his police powers and an internal investigation. (more…)
On Saturday morning, Dublin Roasters Coffee, located at 1780 N Market St, Ste C in Frederick, addressed a concerning incident that occurred earlier in the week in their outdoor tent area. A small child was attacked by a leashed dog that broke free from its owner. The café expressed deep concern for all those involved, including the child and their family, the dog owner, witnesses, and the staff members who were present.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the sentencing of Tavonia Stackhouse and Monica Brown for financially exploiting a vulnerable adult at Rescuing Hearts Assisted Living Facility in Baltimore City. Stackhouse was sentenced to 60 days in jail and restitution of $25,291.80, while Brown received time served, restitution of $3,000, and 100 hours of community service, with both defendants barred from providing care for vulnerable adults or participating in federally funded health programs.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Legend Pompee, a missing 15-year-old from Washington, D.C. (more…)
Hill Country, located at 410 7th Street NW DC, has shared that it will be closing permanently on Friday, March 28th after nearly 15 years of service in DC.
The Maryland Lottery announced that a $100,000 Powerball-winning ticket was sold at the Walmart on North Fruitland Boulevard in Fruitland, with the prize doubled from $50,000 due to the Power Play option. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery:
A Silver Spring man was sentenced to 84 months in federal prison for his role in an armed robbery at Busboys and Poets in Washington, D.C., after pleading guilty to brandishing a firearm during the crime. Law enforcement later arrested him at his residence, where they recovered multiple firearms, ammunition, and marijuana intended for distribution. (more…)
Spring Wine Fling, organized by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), will run from March 20 to March 31, offering a two-course dinner with two glasses of wine for $55 at participating restaurants across the DC region. The event showcases seasonal menus with curated wine pairings, providing diners with a unique and affordable dining experience.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that a Baltimore County Grand Jury has issued a third indictment against Michael C. Okolo, 68, of Parkville, Maryland, for allegedly misusing $100,000 intended for a real estate investment. Okolo, previously indicted for theft and insurance fraud, is accused of misappropriating client funds for personal and business expenses, with trials scheduled for June 12, 2025, and an initial court appearance for the latest case set for April 14, 2025.
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Nash and Smash at 10121 Colesville Rd in the Woodmoor Shopping Center in Silver Spring is offering free Iftar meals every Friday during Ramadan, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM at all its DMV locations. (more…)