Gaithersburg

MCFRS Respond to House Fire in Gaithersburg Friday Afternoon, One Family Displaced

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a house fire Friday around 3pm on Woodland Rd in Gaithersburg. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire originated in a basement utility room and was caused by an electrical power strip. A refrigerator was plugged into the power strip which was plugged into an extension cord (extension cord ran thru hole in drywall) and plugged into wall outlet on other side of basement.

Update – Woodland Road, bulk of fire in basement knocked down, checking for extension, no injuries reported https://t.co/99dLjBEWEG pic.twitter.com/sFRv1QJWhK

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Chopt in Kentlands Closed Friday for Lunch, Will Open for Dinner

By Patrick Herron

We received several messages from readers telling us that Chopt at 141 Commerce Square Pl in Gaithersburg was closed on Friday afternoon. A representative from the store informs us that the restaurant wasn’t able to open for lunch due to an emergency, but the restaurant will be open for dinner. Chopt opened its Gaithersburg location back in January.  The chain has additional MoCo locations in Bethesda and Rockville, as well as one scheduled to open in Potomac later this year.

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Corner Bakery in Rio Has Reopened

By Patrick Herron

Corner Bakery at 1 Grand Corner Ave in Gaithersburg has reopened after temporarily closing for several days due to HVAC issues. 

Today, we continue to fulfill the needs and desires of our neighbors with a menu of ingredient-inspired, prepared-to-order food. When you visit our cafe, you’ll see real kitchens in place of assembly lines. You’ll hear the chopping of over 40 types of fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables, and the sizzle of our real panini grill. You’ll see the stove’s open flame and feel the warmth from our ovens working all day long. They’re the traditions we established years ago that we still passionately follow today.”

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City of Gaithersburg Deploys First All-Electric Vehicle in Fleet

By Patrick Herron

Electric vehicles eliminate tailpipe emissions, thus having a positive impact on air quality. This one car will reduce unleaded 87-octane gasoline use by as much as 350 gallons a year. The new Chevy Bolt will be used by Parking Enforcement staff. Two more EVs have been ordered to replace other gas-powered vehicles in the City’s fleet.

Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability is a key strategic outcome area in the City’s newly adopted Strategic Plan. Gaithersburg’s proactive approach includes climate change mitigation & adaptation, increasing energy efficiency, reducing energy consumption from nonrenewable energy sources, promoting healthy watersheds, and enhancing our urban forest. A primary strategy within this outcome area includes the pursuit of the highest level of Sustainable Maryland Certification possible. The replacement of gas-powered vehicles with EVs allows the City to earn valuable points towards higher certification.

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Corner Bakery in Rio Temporarily Closes

By Patrick Herron

Update: Corner Bakery at 1 Grand Corner Ave in Gaithersburg has reopened

Corner Bakery at 1 Grand Corner Ave in Gaithersburg has temporarily closed. A representative from the Corner Bakery location at 10327 Westlake Dr. in Bethesda tells us that the reason for the closure is due to a broken air-conditioning unit, and the store is working to reopen as soon as possible.

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Award-Winning Images by the Maryland Photography Alliance on Display at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg Through Sept. 5

By Patrick Herron

Bohrer Park is located at 506 South Frederick Ave. in Gaithersburg. Viewing hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Many photographers who have their works on display will make themselves available at an artists’ reception from 1-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 17.

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Gaithersburg Fire Causes Approximately $125K in Damages, Displaces 5 Adults and 3 Kids

By MCS Staff

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of of a fire at a two-story townhouse on the 900 block of Wild Forest Drive (off of Travis Ave) at approximately 2am on Monday morning, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer.

The occupants of the home were asleep when they were awakened by smoke coming from portable battery charger that was charging a tablet on the floor. When they attempted to to pick up the smoking charger, and dropped it, flames shot out to start the fire. The family gathered and exited the home, with the last person out closing the door, which confined the fire to the room of origin.

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Approval Recommended for ‘Shops at Travilah’ Development

By MCS Staff

Signs are up, and have been for a couple months, at the future site of the ‘Shops at Travilah’ development on the south side of Travilah Road, approximately 250 feet west of its intersection with Piney Meetinghouse Rd. Montgomery Planning Staff recommended approval with conditions earlier this year.

Shops at Travilah, Preliminary Plan No. 120210090 was submitted on February 24, 2021 by the Applicant, Travilah-WHM, LP (“Applicant”) to create one (1) lot on 1.96 acres of land in the NR Zone (Attachment A). The Preliminary Plan anticipates future standard method development totaling 18,443 square feet of non- residential uses, which will require a subsequent site plan approval. The development is proposed within two buildings: Building A will be a 5,681- square-foot building with approximately four units/bays will be erected on the northern half of the Property and contain a mix of neighborhood serving retail uses and/or a restaurant. Building B will be a 12,762 square foot day care building will be located on the southern half of the Subject Property. Approximately 9,468 square feet of outdoor space behind the daycare will be fenced to enclose a playground/recreation area.

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Washington Gas Project – Teachers Way and East Diamond Ave. (Gaithersburg)

By MCS Staff

Per the City of Gaithersburg: Part of the Washington Gas STRIDE program will include the installation of 2,952 feet of new gas line, replacement of 5 service connections and transferring of 21 service connections. The project area is along E. Diamond Ave from N. Summit Ave to Girard Street, as well as Teachers Way from N. Summit Ave to Girard Street. This project is scheduled to start in July of 2022.

 

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