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Thirteen-Year-Old Arrested and Charged with Attempted Armed Carjacking

Published January 13, 2023 at 12:32PM

At approximately 7:14 p.m., 6th District officers responded to the location for the report of an attempted armed carjacking that just occurred. The investigation has revealed that the juvenile approached the adult male victim who was unloading tools from the rear bed of his red 2018 Ford F-150. The juvenile pulled out a knife and demanded the key to the Ford. The victim did not comply with the juvenile’s demand. At that moment, a vehicle drove by the area, which caused the juvenile to run away from the scene. Through the investigation, detectives identified the 13-year-old as the suspect.

Ambulance Struck While Transporting Patient Friday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published January 13, 2023 at 11:05AM

An ambulance was struck by a vehicle Friday morning around 8:30am on I270 near Montgomery Village Avenue while in the process of transporting a patient from a separate collision. According […]

City of Gaithersburg is Offering Free Tax Preparation For Those Who Qualify

By MCS Staff

Published January 13, 2023 at 8:25AM

The annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a partnership of the City of Gaithersburg & the Montgomery County Community Action Agency, is now accepting appointments to prepare 2022 taxes. Casey Community Center will host a VITA site on Mondays from 3 to 8 p.m. beginning on January 23, 2023.

The VITA program offers free tax preparation assistance to low- & moderate-income individuals who earn $60,000 or less per year. Preparation is done by IRS-trained volunteers who assist taxpayers in determining if they are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit & other tax credits. Services are offered in both English & Spanish. Appointments are available January 23 through April 14. Additional information below:

Notice for Joint Public Hearing on Lakeforest Zoning Map Amendment Application (January 17)

By MCS Staff

Published January 12, 2023 at 7:10AM | Updated January 12, 2023 at 3:45PM

The Mayor and City Council and the Planning Commission of the City of Gaithersburg, Maryland, will conduct a joint public hearing on Zoning Map Amendment Application Z-9444-2022 (Lakeforest Mall redevelopment) on TUESDAY JANUARY 17, 2023 AT 7:30 P.M. or as soon thereafter as this matter can be heard in the Council Chambers at 31 South Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland.

The applicant requests approval of Zoning Map Amendment Application Z-9444-2022 that proposes to rezone the Lakeforest Mall from the current C-2 (general commercial) to the MXD Zone (mixed-use). The application includes a sketch plan requesting up to approximately 1.2 million square feet of non-residential uses and up to 1,600 dwelling units on 102 acres of land in accordance with 24-160D.9(a) Application for the MXD Zone and sketch plan approval of the City Code. The subject properties are located at 701 Russell Ave Gaithersburg, MD 20877.

Multiple Vehicles Broken-Into Overnight in Montgomery Village

By Patrick Herron

Published January 11, 2023 at 7:12PM | Updated January 11, 2023 at 8:23PM

Multiple vehicles were broken into overnight in the Cider Mill apartment complex in the 18000 block of Lost Knife Cir. in Montgomery Village. According to Montgomery County Police, “We responded to multiple calls of theft from auto. An adult male victim reported that between 01/10/223 6 p.m. and 1/11/23 5:30 a.m., an unknown suspect broke a window of his Honda Accord and stole an airbag.” Information regarding the other vehicles that were broken into is not available at this time. We will post an update when additional information is released.

Tips to prevent theft from automobiles, courtesy of DC Police:

Gaithersburg’s Novavax Names John C. Jacobs as New President & Chief Executive Officer

By MCS Staff

Published January 11, 2023 at 2:39PM

Gaithersburg-based Novavax, a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, announced that John C. Jacobs will succeed Stanley C. Erck as President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors. The transition will be effective as of January 23, 2023. Mr. Erck will serve as an advisor to the Company for the next fifteen months to enable a smooth transition.

Per the press release: “As we prepare for Stan’s retirement, the Board reflects on the incredible legacy he leaves behind,” said James F. Young, PhD, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Stan led Novavax from a clinical development organization to a global commercial vaccines company during a worldwide pandemic. This foundation puts Novavax in a strong position to execute on its long-term strategy, and we look forward to supporting Stan and John through the transition. John is a seasoned industry leader who will bring a fresh perspective and deep industry expertise to Novavax.”

City of Gaithersburg Offering One-Year School-Based Nonprofit Grant Opportunities

By MCS Staff

Published January 11, 2023 at 1:41PM

The City of Gaithersburg‘S Grant portal opens February 1, 2023, where the City of Gaithersburg Community Services Division in coordination with the Educational Enrichment Committee, will be offering one-year School-Based Nonprofit Grant opportunities.

An information session on the grant program and portal access will be held on Monday, January 23, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please click here to register to receive the link to the virtual training. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Training attendance is mandatory. Please contact us to share any questions or concerns.

Gaithersburg’s Sodexo Live! Announces Executive Leadership Change, Appoints Belinda Oakley CEO, North America

By MCS Staff

Published January 11, 2023 at 7:15AM

Gaithersburg’s Sodexo Live! has announced the appointment of Belinda Oakley as its new Chief Executive Officer, North America. Per the press release: A proven international business leader with two decades of foodservice management experience who has successfully led enterprise growth strategies through operational excellence, innovation and the development of high performing teams, Oakley takes over to lead 20,000+ team members at 150+ partner venues throughout the US and Canada.

Oakley replaces outgoing CEO Steve Pangburn who will stay on to help with the transition through the end of March 2023 in an advisory capacity. Pangburn has opted to step down, in order to spend more time with his family in France, where he will continue working with Sodexo.

Five MoCo Restaurants Featured in the Washington Post’s List of ‘The D.C. area’s 10 best casual restaurants of 2022’

By MCS Staff

Published January 10, 2023 at 6:59PM

The Washington Post releases a yearly list of its “Top 10 Best Casual Restaurants” in the D.C. and half of the most recent list is comprised of five Montgomery County restaurants. Casual restaurants usually share some of the following characteristics: Customers are served at their table, food offerings are moderately priced, atmosphere is low-key, and decor is often unique and based on the type of food served As a general rule, casual dining restaurants fall between fine dining and fast-casual on the dining spectrum. Below we take a look at the five MoCo restaurants that have made the list:

10. Pupuseria Mama Emilia (785 Rockville Pike Suite H, Rockville, MD): Pupuseria Mama Emilia opened in the Ritchie Center in January 2022. The new restaurant took over the location was formerly home to Dokiya Ramen and Pho 95. Pupuseria Mama Emilia comes to you from the owners of Pupuseria La Familiar, which has locations in Beltsville, College Park, Falls Church (Virginia), and Wheaton in MoCo and boast of Mama Emilia’s family recipe. The menu at the existing restaurants consists of a variety of beverages, Pupusas, soups, and a multitude of Salvadoran dishes.

Bath & Body Works in Lakeforest Postpones Closing Date

By MCS Staff

Published January 7, 2023 at 7:17PM

The Bath & Body Works location inside of Lakeforest Mall in Gaithersburg was scheduled to close this Saturday, January 7, but that has been pushed back according to associates at the store. The new closing date is currently not available, but staff wanted customers to know that there are not any closing sales at the store at the moment. A new Bath & Body Works location will be opening in Gaithersburg’s Downtown Crown later this month. The new store will be located at 130 Crown Park Ave, in the location that was formerly home to Hair Cuttery, in between ZAGG and Warby Parker. Employees from this location will be transferred to the Germantown store at 20934 Frederick Rd.

Bath & Body Works offers its own brand of fragrances for the body and home. The brand is a consumer favorite for top-selling body products, including lotion, cream, wash, hand soap and hand sanitizer. The retailer is also known for its fragrance diffusers, fine fragrance mist and candles. Bath & Body Works will join Sweetgreen as an upcoming tenant in Downtown Crown.

Two In Custody Following Motorcycle Carjacking in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published January 6, 2023 at 4:42PM

One of the suspects, later identified as 19-year-old Martir Ismar Mejia of Washington, DC, contacted the victim about buying the motorcycle. They agreed to meet at the West Side Drive address. Mejia arrived in a silver Kia Optima, driven by a 16-year-old. Mejia asked to take the motorcycle for a test drive, and when the victim asked Mejia for his car keys as collateral, Mejia displayed a handgun and pointed it at the victim. He then rode away on the motorcycle, with the 16-year-old following in the Kia.