Kensington Archives - Page 5 of 28

Montgomery County Announces Fireworks Events for July 4 Weekend

Published June 2, 2025 at 3:40PM

Montgomery County has announced two free fireworks celebrations: Germantown Glory on Friday, July 4 at South Germantown Recreational Park and Mid-County Sparkles on Saturday, July 5 at Albert Einstein High School, both starting at 7 p.m. with live music and fireworks set for 9:15 p.m. In addition to the Montgomery County government events, fireworks will also take place at Gaithersburg’s SummerFest on Saturday, June 28 at Bohrer Park and at Rockville’s Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4 at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park. (more…)

Driver Extricated and Hospitalized After Collision

By MCS Staff

Published May 29, 2025 at 5:56PM | Updated May 29, 2025 at 7:25PM

Courtesy @kensingtonvfd on Instagram

The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) and the Montgomery County Fire Department (MCPD) responded to a collision on Beach Drive on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 8:43 p.m. (more…)

Kensington Volunteer Fire Department to Host 2nd Annual Community Flea Market on June 8

By Patrick Herron

Published May 29, 2025 at 5:25PM

The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) will host its 2nd Annual Flea Market on June 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 10620 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD 20895.

Three People Hospitalized Following Crash on Tuesday Night

By MCS Staff

Published May 6, 2025 at 10:08PM

Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, courtesy Google Maps

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) chief spokesperson Pete Piringer shared on Tuesday night that a vehicle crash occurred at approximately 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday at the intersection of Connecticut Avenue and Knowles Avenue in Kensington.

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Fire Caused by Machinery Malfunction Sends Worker to Hospital, 65 Firefighters Respond

By Patrick Herron

Published May 5, 2025 at 4:18PM

Courtesy MCFRS

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded to a fire at Image 360, a graphic design and print shop at 4131 Howard Avenue in Kensington, on Monday afternoon. (more…)

Driver Trapped, Rescued After Two-Vehicle Crash

By Patrick Herron

Published May 2, 2025 at 6:39AM

Courtesy The Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad

The Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad responded to a two-vehicle collision around 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Connecticut Avenue and Beach Drive in Kensington. (more…)

Wheaton & Kensington Launch First-Ever Restaurant Week

By Patrick Herron

Published April 14, 2025 at 8:05AM

The Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce is launching its first-ever Restaurant Week from April 22–27, 2025, offering a 10% discount at participating restaurants for customers who mention “Restaurant Week” or show an official post. (more…)

The Oldest and Longest Running Magnet Program Celebrates its 50th Anniversary

By MCS Staff

Published April 10, 2025 at 7:11PM

Courtesy MCPS

The Visual Art Center (VAC) at Albert Einstein High School will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Friday, May 16, in conjunction with its annual art show at the school.

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MCFRS Respond to Multi-Vehicle Collision Tuesday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published April 8, 2025 at 2:41PM

Courtesy MCFRS

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a serious collision involving three or four vehicles with reported entrapment that occurred at the intersection of Newport Mill Road and University Blvd in Kensington Tuesday afternoon.

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Breads Unlimited and Pizza Coming to Kensington

By Patrick Herron

Published March 16, 2025 at 10:30PM | Updated March 17, 2025 at 9:04AM

Breads Unlimited and Pizza is coming to 10303 Kensington Pkwy in Kensington, next to Dish & Dram, in the former home of The Growing Years Consignment Shop. (more…)

Concern for Missing 15-Year-Old Girl

By Patrick Herron

Published March 14, 2025 at 11:56AM | Updated March 20, 2025 at 10:41AM

UPDATE: Rihanna Gomez has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating […]