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Trader Joe’s Recalls Cookies That May Contain Rocks

By Patrick Herron

All potentially affected product has been removed from sale and destroyed. If you purchased or received any donations of Almond Windmill Cookies and/or Dark Chocolate Chunk and Almond Cookies, please do not eat them. We urge you to discard the product or return it to any Trader Joe’s for a full refund. Customers with questions may contact Trader Joe’s Customer Relations at (626) 599-3817 [Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Pacific Time] or send us an email.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.”

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First-Look at Dill Dinkers; New 28,500 SF Pickleball Facility is Now Open

By MCS Staff

Dill Dinkers, the first dedicated indoor pickleball facility in Maryland (Columbia location in Howard County and Finksburg in Carroll County), has officially opened its first Montgomery County location at 4942 Boiling Brook Parkway in the Randolph Hills neighborhood of North Bethesda (first-look video below). Dill Dinkers has taken over the 28,500 SF space that was previously home to Launch Trampoline Park, which closed in 2021. They are offering free play until the end of business on Sunday, July 23rd (must reserve your slot).

Dill Dinkers offer a wide array of options for getting out on the courts to play, including court reservations for members and non-members, clinics, leagues, and lessons for new and experienced players looking to improve their game. Dill Dinkers will also offer advertising opportunities within the facility for businesses and organizations looking to reach a large, active audience focused on healthy living. Memberships vary in price from $40 monthly to $115 monthly for families. Members and non-members can also reserve courts and play at a rate of $6.25-$12.50 with minimums of $25 and $50 per day.

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Rockville Police: Water Main Break to Close Road for Several Hours

By MCS Staff

Per Rockville Police: Water Main Break/Road Closed Alert – 7/22/23 7:15 a.m. Water main break in the 25000 block of Lindley Terrace (off of Wootton Parkway). Road will be closed for the next several hours. City of Rockville Public Works crews are heading on scene. Water service will disrupted in the area.

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First Look at La Table Du Chateau; Grand Opening This Weekend

By MCS Staff

The grand opening of La Table Du Chateau takes place on Saturday, July 22, 2023 (open weekends 8am-3pm). We stopped by for a soft opening event and have put together a “first look” video available below. Situated inside of The Block at Pike and Rose (967 Rose Ave. North Bethesda), this breakfast and brunch destination invites guests to savor the delightful flavors of French cuisine, blended with a touch of home and a dash of international inspiration.

Chef Max Zelenkov’s journey began when he emigrated as a Ukrainian/Russian native to the United States and was raised and pursued his education in Montgomery County. MoCo, a melting pot of culture and tradition, was the perfect setting to foster Chef Max’s fascination with the world’s diverse culinary traditions.

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Pet Wants Coming Soon to King Farm

By Patrick Herron

Pet Wants is coming to 302 King Farm Blvd Ste 130 in Rockville, next to Montgomery County’s last remaining Baja Fresh. Pet Wants offers pet food that contains no corn, wheat, soy, or animal byproducts.  Pet Wants Rockville has been in business since 2021 operating as a delivery service and vendor at local farmers markets, and this will be its first brick-and-mortar location. The store is targeting a fall opening and plans to host regular pet adoption events with local rescues.

According to owner Anita Kostadinova, “We focus on small batch, natural and minimally processed treats, chews and food for dogs and cats. Most of our treats are good enough for people to eat! Through our Pet Wants franchise we also have proprietary recipes for freshly made dog and cat dry food. The food is always soy, corn, wheat, and by-product free. It is made in small batches monthly and is sold by the pound, so the food you feed your pet will never be older than a month or two!”

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MCFRS Responds to Early Morning House Fire in Rockville

By MCS Staff

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call at approximately 3:15am Thursday morning for a fire at one-story single family home on the 14300 block of Marian Drive off of Glen Mill Rd in Rockville.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, there was heavy fire that was fully involved upon arrival that crews were able to extinguish. The house is considered a total loss, but there were no injuries as the house was vacant at the time of the fire. The cause and origin of the fire are still to be determined.

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Kensington VFD resumes Summer Movie Nights This Saturday

By Cordell Pugh

This Saturday, July 22, the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department and the Town of Kensington are resuming their Summer Movie Night. This weekend, Wreck-It Ralph will be shown at dusk in St. Paul Park on the big screen.

Starting at 7PM, activities and games will be available in the Park, including a water balloon toss and the Fire Department’s Safety House. The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department encourages moviegoers to bring blankets, picnics, friends and family. Pizza, Popcorn, and other refreshments will be available for purchase. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=298801665876692

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Detectives Investigate Home Invasion Robbery; Victim Stabbed and Zip-Tied

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating a home invasion robbery that occurred on Monday, July 10, 2023, on Key West Avenue in Rockville. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspects and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying them.  At approximately 1:25 a.m., 1st District officers responded to the location for the report of a home invasion robbery.

The investigation by detectives has revealed the adult male victim parked his vehicle in the parking garage of the apartment complex. When the victim exited his vehicle, the suspects approached him, displayed handguns and announced the robbery. The suspects then stabbed and assaulted the victim and tied his hands behind his back with zip ties. The victim was forced into the suspects’ vehicle. The victim gave the suspects access to his apartment, where they took the safe containing an undisclosed amount of cash and jewelry before fleeing the scene.

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Plan Approved For New Mixed-Use Development Containing Up To 500 Units and Over 100K SF of Retail Uses in Rockville

By MCS Staff

In May 2022 we let you know that Federal Realty proposed a plan to transform what they referred to as the underutilized site of the Federal Plaza West property located at 1776 E. Jefferson Street, North Bethesda, Maryland (many consider the area Rockville) into a “thriving mixed-use development containing up to 500 units, up to a total of 108,965 square feet of retail uses (103,965 square feet of existing to be retained, and up to 5,000 square feet new), a half-acre public open space, and street-scape improvements.” Last week, the Montgomery County Planning Board approved the plan.

The Property is currently known as Federal Plaza West, which includes approximately 135,446 square feet of retail, including the former location of a Planet Fitness gym, which will soon be the home of MoCo’s first DMV Iron Gym location, and other retailers located in a two/three story structure constructed along the Property’s shared property line with Lot 1. A Panera Bread pad site and associated surface parking is located in the southwest quadrant of the Property, according to project plans.

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