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Overturned 18-Wheeler Traps Driver Underneath on Wednesday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) we’re called to the scene of a collision that led to an overturned 18-wheeler that trapped the driver under the vehicle, and live power lines in the area of White Acres Farm on Darnestown Rd. near Dickerson Rd. (on the backside of Woodside Equestrian Center) in the Dickerson/Poolesville area at approximately 2:15pm on Wednesday Afternoon, according to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer.

Upon arrival, MCFRS crews found the overturned grain hauler well off of the hard surface road with the driver requiring extrication. Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) assisted in getting to the site of the overturned vehicle, and crews were able to remove the driver for evaluation. The driver was then transported to a local trauma center for Pri2 trauma (serious, but non-life-threatening injuries).

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MoCo Bomb Squad To Conduct Explosives Training in Poolesville Area on Tuesday

By MCS Staff

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services tweeted a notice about the Montgomery County Bomb Squad conducting explosives training in the area of Dickerson/Poolesville. It will take place at the outdoor shooting range on Elmer School Rd in Dickerson in conjunction w/Montgomery County Police. Residents in the Poolesville & Dickerson area may hear louder than usual “booms”.

Per Montgomery County Police: The Montgomery County Bomb Squad will be training with Police K9 at the Outdoor Shooting Range off of Elmer School Rd in Poolesville on Tuesday, April 26 from 8-3 p.m. Residents in the area may hear a series of small explosions throughout the day. There is no need for alarm.

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Update on Snake Infestation That Lead a Homeowner in Dickerson to Accidentally Burn Down Home

By Patrick Herron

Earlier this week we let you know about a homeowner on the 21000 block Big Woods Rd in Dickerson that accidentally burned their home down on November 23rd.

According to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services, the homeowner was attempting to use smoke as a way to manage a snake infestation. The hot coals being used were too close to combustible materials, causing the fire to start.

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Statement by Chuck Kuhn, Owner of White’s Ferry

By MCS Staff

After purchasing historic White’s Ferry in February 2021, Chuck and Stacy Kuhn encountered obstacles to reopening this important Potomac River crossing, considering it needed to regain use rights in Virginia.  In response to the suspended service, Loudoun and Montgomery Counties conducted a study to evaluate alternatives and address issues, challenges and opportunities for restoring this important regional transportation link. Following Loudoun County’s Board of Supervisors and Montgomery County Department of Transportation meetings this week to review the study, Chuck Kuhn, owner of White’s Ferry, released this statement:

“I want to express my sincere appreciation to the governments on both sides of the river for their hard work and commitment to reopening White’s Ferry. This is important for my wife Stacy and me.  We live and work here and know the importance of this historic crossing. After its closure in December 2020, there was no plan to reopen the ferry.  The prior owner, Herb Brown, had attempted repeatedly and unsuccessfully to work with the Rockland Farm organization to find a way to land the ferry and serve his customers in a way that made business sense. His reasonable offers weren’t accepted, and he was forced to close the business.

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Comus Inn Splits Restaurant Into Two Separate Dining Outlets

By Patrick Herron

The lower level and outdoor area will now be known as The Beer Hall at Comus Inn and will feature their current menu. The main floor and upper level will now be known as Chef Sammy D’s Dining Room at the Comus Inn and will feature a new menu with options such as garganelli pasta with duck ragu and organic Scottish Salmon.

The Comus Inn reopened under new ownership back in October, 2020. 

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Comus Inn to Hold Oktoberfest Celebration Next Week

By MCS Staff

Many were disappointed when the City of Gaithersburg announced the cancellation of its Oktoberfest celebration in the Kentlands neighborhood. That was followed up by the City of Rockville cancelling Rocktobierfest a few days later.

Comus Inn looks to fill the void with a five day celebration that starts on Wednesday, September 22nd and goes until Sunday, September 26th.

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White’s Ferry Grill Continues to Operate Despite White’s Ferry Ceasing Operations

By MCS Staff

White’s Ferry Grill Continues to Operate Despite White’s Ferry Ceasing Operations

About a year and a half ago, Devin Ramazon and his father saw the White’s Ferry Store & Grill building up for lease. Neither had been involved in the restaurant business before, but they knew how to make a good burger and decided to take a chance.

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