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Permanent Signage Now Up at Upcoming Sweetgreen Gaithersburg Location

Published November 27, 2022 at 3:50PM

Last October we let you know that Sweetgreen would be moving in to the former Verizon Wireless space, located next to Downtown Crown Beer & Wine, in Gaithersburg. Verizon has since moved within Crown, and construction on the upcoming Sweetgreen restaurant began a couple months back. Permanent signage is now up at the restaurant and while we don’t have an expected opening date, we anticipate an early 2023 opening.

Sweetgreen currently has three MoCo locations, in Bethesda, Downtown Silver Spring, and Pike & Rose. Crown has been without a salad fast-casual restaurant since Chopt closed in early 2020 and has since moved that location to the Kentlands neighborhood. Sweetgreen is joining Lovesac and Bath and Body Works, which are both also planning to open new locations in Downtown Crown.

Restaurants That Closed in MoCo in 2022

By Patrick Herron

Published November 27, 2022 at 2:31PM | Updated November 28, 2022 at 7:54AM

Below you’ll find a list of restaurants that unfortunately closed in 2022. Please let us know of any restaurants we may have missed. On the flip side, make sure to read our list of Over 100 Restaurants That Have Opened in Montgomery County in 2022.

Local Singer, Pete Looney, Has Passed Away; Celebration of Life to Take Place in December

By MCS Staff

Published November 27, 2022 at 9:20AM | Updated November 29, 2022 at 8:17AM

Local singer Pete Looney, who has been providing entertainment across the county and DC Metro Area for years, has passed away according to a post on his Facebook page. His children, Pat and Monika, released the following statement announcing a Celebration of Life that will take place on Sunday, December 11th:

The Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, December 11th at 7pm-9pm at Windridge Vineyards (15700 Darnestown Road). Light bites and some wine will be provided. The event organizers ask anyone who is planning to attend to mark “going” on the Facebook event page so that they can plan accordingly.

Coming Soon to Gaithersburg (Restaurants, Retail, and More)

By Patrick Herron

Published November 26, 2022 at 1:27PM

Below is a list of restaurants and businesses that will be coming soon to Gaithersburg, MD, as well as an update on the future plans for Lakeforest Mall (updated November 26, 2022).

The restaurant is part of Jeffeary Miskiri’s Miskiri Hospitality Group, which describes itself as a unique collective of Black, family and woman-owned products and restaurants in the DC area. Miss Toya’s will serve southern-influenced dishes such as red beans and rice, macaroni and cheese and a southern fried chicken sandwich. It will be joining the recently announced Sportrock Climbing Centers and Charley Prime as well as the recently opened Donutchew, as locally-based businesses opening in Gaithersburg’s Rio. No opening date has been provided.

MCFRS Responds to Report of Basement Fire in North Potomac

By MCS Staff

Published November 26, 2022 at 11:58AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a report of a fire in the basement of a home on the 14000 block of Saddle River Drive near Paramus Drive off of Dufief Mill Rd in North Potomac on Saturday morning, according to MCFRS Public Information Officer Pete Piringer.

Units arrived to find a malfunctioning washing machine, but not a fire, that was caused by a broken water pipe and minor flooding conditions, according to an update by Piringer. There were no injuries. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Montgomery Village Christmas Tree Lighting to Take Place November 30

By Patrick Herron

Published November 26, 2022 at 9:50AM

The annual Montgomery Village Christmas Tree Lighting will take place on Wednesday, November 30, from 6-7pm next to the CVS parking lot at 19100 Montgomery Village Ave. The event includes a free holiday concert, hot chocolate, and photos with Santa.

Per Montgomery Village: “Free fun for the entire family! Join Santa and the Montgomery Village Community Band to kick off the holidays. The tree is located adjacent to the Village Center on Montgomery Village Avenue, between the parking lot and CVS. Bring the family to enjoy festive music, an opportunity to sing along with classic carols and complimentary hot chocolate and treats to help celebrate.”

Permanent Signage Up at Isaac’s Poultry Market in Gaithersburg; Targeting Late Winter Opening

By MCS Staff

Published November 25, 2022 at 11:21AM

Coming soon signage is up at Isaac’s Poultry Market at 12167 Darnestown Rd in Gaithersburg, the former site of Pizza Hut. The restaurant is being opened by Rob Gresham, a lifelong MoCo resident and the former Director of Operations at CAVA. The restaurant will feature American roasted chicken, wings, sandwiches, and salads. Issac’s is currently targeting a February opening.

Gresham tells us that everything they sell will be made from scratch and that the menu will feature plenty of healthy options. Isaac’s will also feature frozen custards and a variety of baked goods and desserts. Featured photo by Todd Apna.

Donations Still Being Accepted for Approximately 50 People, Including 10 Children, Affected by Explosion/Fire

By MCS Staff

Published November 25, 2022 at 9:03AM

Making Homes Possible (MHP) is still collecting donations after approximately 50 people, including 10 children, from 25 families displaced (most of whom lost everything) one week ago after a fire & explosion on Quince Orchard Blvd, in Gaithersburg.

Per Making Homes Possible (MHP): November 16 explosion and fire injured multiple residents, including several children, at the Potomac Oaks condominium complex at 826 Quince Orchard Boulevard in Gaithersburg. Two buildings sustained significant damage and partially collapsed in the blast. Two other buildings were also evacuated because they may have structural damage. Many people were evacuated with little or nothing and now are in temporary shelter. At the request of Montgomery County, MHP is collecting financial donations to help affected families.

CEO Of Gaithersburg GovTech Company Named to Northern Virginia Technology Council Board of Directors

By MCS Staff

Published November 25, 2022 at 7:49AM

Executive Leader of DC-Area Govtech Company Appointed to Tech Trade Association Board

AINS, LLC, a leading provider of low-code, adaptive case management software for government, that’s headquartered at 806 W. Diamond Ave. in Gaithersburg, has announced the appointment of its CEO, Howard Langsam, to the Northern Virginia Technology Council Board of Directors. NVTC is the trade association representing the National Capital Region’s technology community. Howard joins the current NVTC Board charged with guiding the organization’s strategy and providing insight to advance its mission: to create a thriving technology ecosystem in the national capital region.

Happy Thanksgiving from Damascus and Quince Orchard Football

By Damon Anderson

Published November 25, 2022 at 3:56AM | Updated November 25, 2022 at 9:30AM

It is a rare privilege to still be playing high school football on Thanksgiving. Damascus & Quince Orchard Alumni gathered this morning to support the players & coaches of their respective schools as they prepared for Friday nights semifinal state playoff games. This will be Damascus’ 19th semifinal appearance and Quince Orchard’s 8th.

(Located) Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division Ask for Assistance Locating Missing 10-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published November 24, 2022 at 10:23AM | Updated November 25, 2022 at 8:42AM

Offutt is approximately 4-feet tall and weighs 85 pounds. He has hazel eyes and black hair and was last seen wearing a black and red Nike hoodie, blue jeans and gray Crocs. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Aiden Niko Offutt is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Special Victims Investigations Division at (240) 773-5400. Callers may remain anonymous.