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Detectives Investigate Armed Robbery of Restaurant

Published May 15, 2023 at 3:32PM

The initial investigation has revealed that two suspects entered a restaurant in the 11200 block of New Hampshire Avenue, jumped over the front counter, displayed a gun and ordered the employees to the back of the store. One of the suspects then dragged an employee through the business to where the safes were located. The suspect demanded that the first safe be opened. The victim complied with the suspects’ demands. The suspects stole an undisclosed amount of money. When the victim was unable to open the second safe, the suspect began to strike the victim in the head with his hand and his gun. The suspects then left the scene in a red Mitsubishi Lancer.

Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center Awarded Spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

By MCS Staff

Published May 12, 2023 at 5:44PM

Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. This national distinction celebrates White Oak Medical Center’s achievements in prioritizing patient safety by protecting patients from preventable harm and errors.

Per the press release: “I am incredibly proud of our team for their dedication to achieve this milestone and receive an ‘A’ from Leapfrog,” said Anthony Stahl, president of Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center. “While the last few years have been challenging, our team’s commitment remained: to improve patient safety and provide a world-class experience to every patient.” The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization, assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm.

Burtonsville ES Students Win First Place in State Destination Imagination Tournament

By MCS Staff

Published May 8, 2023 at 6:51AM

Last month, two groups of students from Burtonsville Elementary School participated in the Maryland State Destination Imagination Tournament at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Students worked hard during the year preparing for their performance and tournament challenge.

The Burtonsville Sharks, made up of fourth and fifth graders, won first place in their division and will head to Kansas City, Mo., later this month, for the Destination Imagination Globals’ competition. Team members are: Evan Fernandes, Eduardo Gutierrez, Carter Etienne, Nicolas Ostroff, Makenzie Mina, Askale Girma and Nathan Fernandes. Team managers are Alex Fernandes and Nichole Fernandes.

Happening Today: Over 200 Children in the White Oak Middle School Cluster to Receive Free Athletic Shoes

By MCS Staff

Published May 6, 2023 at 7:15AM

Non-profit organization Samaritan’s Feet, in partnership with Elevation Outreach, will be providing new socks and shoes to children in the White Oak Middle School community. Approximately 200 Sixth Grade Students and K-5th-grade students that attend OR will attend White Oak Middle School will have the opportunity to receive new sneakers and socks. 200 additional pairs of shoes for students that have not pre-registered will be available first come, first served!

This takes place today, Saturday, May 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at White Oak Middle School (12201 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20904). Volunteers will fit students for new shoes and socks. They will also provide a “Hope Tote“, which is an orange drawstring book bag that also contains a “Hope Note” with an encouraging message submitted by Samaritan’s Feet supporters. In addition, families can participate in fun activities at the event.

Twenty-Year-Old Man Arrested in Connection to Easter Morning Home Invasion Murder

By Patrick Herron

Published May 5, 2023 at 12:16PM | Updated May 5, 2023 at 12:34PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged 20-year-old Kaleab Abebe Berhanu, of Baltimore, for the homicide that occurred on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in the 11800 block of Old Columbia Pike.

Berhanu is accused of killing 20-year-old Carlos Rashard Carter, of Silver Spring. Through the investigation, detectives developed Berhanu as the suspect.

Installation of Vape Detectors Begins at Six MCPS High Schools This Week

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 7:38AM

Earlier this month, MCPS announced that vape detectors were in the process of being installed in the bathrooms of a “limited number of high schools.” Student journalists Hannah Lee, Claire Yu, and Avery Wang, of Richard Montgomery’s RM Tide newspaper, have reported that installations begin this week at six MCPS High Schools: John F. Kennedy, Northwood , Paint Branch, Quince Orchard, Richard Montgomery, and Walt Whitman. The detectors will remain until at least the end of the school year.

Per MCPS: “Vape detectors are in the process of being installed in the bathrooms of a limited number of high school schools. These detectors will help to identify any instances of vaping or smoking in the bathrooms, allowing us to take appropriate action to prevent harm to our students’ health and safety.”

Free Meal For Teachers at Greene Turtle in Burtonsville Today (Tuesday, May 2)

By MCS Staff

Published May 2, 2023 at 11:06AM | Updated May 3, 2023 at 6:58AM

The Greene Turtle in Burtonsville is saying THANK YOU to Teachers on Tuesday, May 2nd with a FREE Meal*! Greene Turtle Burtonsville is located at 15560 Old Columbia Pike. Details on the deal below:

*School Teachers who show a valid school issued Teacher ID will receive a free meal valued at up to $15. Valid Dine-In Only. Offer does not include beverages. Cannot be combined with other offers, discounts, Happy Hour or Greene Turtle Rewards.

Five Upcoming Restaurant Openings That Have Created The Most Buzz (May 2023 Edition)

By MCS Staff

Published April 30, 2023 at 5:42PM | Updated April 30, 2023 at 8:20PM

Life shouldn’t be about views, likes, and shares, but this article will be as we take a look back at the upcoming restaurants that have created the most buzz on our website and associated social media accounts in the last two months. Today we’re going to highlight the five (in no particular order) that have generated the most buzz in terms of views, likes, and shares now that we’re in the midst of spring:

Charley Prime (Rio/Gaithersburg): Permanent signage is up at Charley Prime Foods, the new restaurant from Jackie Greenbaum & Gordon Banks (Little Coco’s, El Chucho, Bar Charley, Quarry House Tavern) that will be replacing Tara Thai on the Rio Lakefront boardwalk at 9811 Washington Blvd in Gaithersburg. The restaurant is expected to open this spring.

TJ Maxx to Open in Burtonsville

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2023 at 3:53PM

EDENS announced today that TJ Maxx will be coming to the renovated Burtonsville Crossing shopping center in 2024. TJ Maxx is a discount department store that sells clothing, shoes, jewelry, and home décor with over 1000 stores nationwide, including Montgomery County locations in Germantown, Olney, Rockville, and Silver Spring. TJ Maxx joins Sprouts and Domain Fitness & Performance as businesses confirmed for Burtonsville Crossing.

Per EDENS: Burtonsville Crossing is a redevelopment for EDENS. Perfectly nestled between Baltimore and Washington, DC, this redevelopment project ideally connects two major cities, making it accessible for consumers, from city-goers and Montgomery County residents alike.

New Tenants Announced for Burtonsville Crossing at Groundbreaking Event

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2023 at 3:17PM | Updated April 28, 2023 at 4:57PM

EDENS held a community plaza groundbreaking event at Burtonsville Crossing on Friday, April 28. Among those in attendance were County Executive Marc Elrich, Council President Evan Glass, District 5 Councilmember Kristen Mink, and former NBA player Jason Miskiri. Miskiri is part of a group that will be opening Domain Fitness & Performance, a new fitness center that has signed on to open in the shopping center and will be located adjacent to Sprouts. Miskiri also owns several restaurants in Silver Spring, including the Angry Jerk, The Breakfast Club, and Society Restaurant & Lounge.

It was also announced that Sprouts is on track to open by the end of this year. Sprouts was the first business to sign a lease for the renovated Burtonsville Crossing and this will be the chain’s first Montgomery County location. The grocer offers a wide selection of natural and organic foods, including fresh produce, bulk foods, vitamins and supplements, packaged groceries, meat and seafood, deli, baked goods, dairy products, frozen foods, natural body care and household items. A representative from EDENS also confirmed to us that TJ Maxx will be opening a location in the shopping center in 2024.

Four Patients Evaluated Following Crash in Fairland Thursday Night

By MCS Staff

Published April 27, 2023 at 10:48PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to the scene of a crash that left at least one person trapped inside of a vehicle on southbound route 29 Old Columbia Pike, just before Fairland Rd, in Fairland around 10pm on Thursday night.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the collision involved two vehicles with four total patients being evaluated on the scene. One person was extricated after being trapped inside of one of the vehicles involved. Some lanes remain blocked as of 10:45pm.