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Regal Rockville to Remain Open Per Report

Published July 7, 2023 at 5:54PM

Back in January, Regal Cinemas has announced plans to close 39 U.S. theaters, including its location at 199 E Montgomery Ave in Rockville, according to a report by Business Insider. Yesterday, PoPville reported that Regal in Rockville be among theaters that will remain open under NewCo (formerly Cineworld).

Regal Rockville opened on November 6, 1998. In January, Business Insider reported that Cineworld, the parent company of Regal that filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2021, plans to “reject the leases” of the 39 locations starting February 15. The company expected the move to save them close to $22 million a year and “the debtors are hopeful that these negotiations will lead to lease concessions and modifications that will obviate the need for rejection and enable additional theater sites to remain open.” Cineworld, however has confirmed plans to emerge from Chapter 11 cases as NewCo. Additional information in the press release below:

Man Sentenced to 55 Years in Prison for Brutal Murder of Wife in North Kensington

By Patrick Herron

Published July 7, 2023 at 3:02PM

According to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, “Today in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, the Honorable Margaret Schweitzer sentenced defendant, Reginald Dunlap, 45, of Silver Spring, to life in prison suspend all but 55 years to serve and five years of supervised probation upon release. On March 10^th, 2023, a jury found Dunlap guilty of First-Degree Murder for the brutal slaying of his wife, 40-year-old Lauren Charles. Charles was beloved in the community and dozens of friends and family members attended today’s sentencing hearing.”

Charles’ body was found inside the couple’s home on March 7^th, 2021. She had asphyxiated due to a pillowcase forced down her throat and was beaten to death. A decorative Buddha statue is believed to have been the murder weapon. After murdering his wife, defendant, Dunlap poured bleach on her body and ransacked their bedroom in order to stage a crime scene.

Daboba (Bubble Tea) to Hold Grand Opening July 8th and 9th With Giveaways and Deals

By MCS Staff

Published July 6, 2023 at 10:26PM

Daboba will be holding its grand opening at 1079 Rockville Pike in Rockville’s Talbott Center on Saturday, July 8th (a time has not been included on social media postings by the shop). The bubble tea shop was established in early 2018 in Taiwan and is now based in Malaysia.

Daboba will offer a free drink to the first 50 customers on Saturday, July 8th and – deal of “buy 1 get 1 free” for the next 50 customers after that. On Sunday, July 9th Daboba will offer free gifts to the first 100 customers and 50% off certain drinks after 3pm (see flyer below). Photos courtesy of Daboba Rockville on Facebook.

Isreal Park Rededication and Ribbon-Cutting Celebration This Saturday in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published July 6, 2023 at 1:21PM

Per the City of Rockville: Join Lincoln Park Community Center, the Mayor and Council, and members of the Isreal family noon-4 p.m. Saturday, July 8, for a ribbon cutting and community event to rededicate Clarence “Pint” Isreal Park (357 Frederick Avenue).

The Rockville Village program presents East Side Live, featuring a special performance by Little Bit of Blues with Lincoln Park’s own Jay Summerour and Eric Shelby. Vendors and other kid friendly entertainment will also be on site. In the event of rain, the ceremony will take place. The community day celebration will be moved inside Lincoln Park Community Center.

Concern for Missing 14-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 6, 2023 at 11:33AM | Updated July 7, 2023 at 8:28AM

Morgan is approximately 5-feet, 9-inches tall and 150 pounds. He has brown hair in twists, and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing black and white checkered pajama pants, a black shirt and carrying a black backpack. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Morgan Lee Frederick 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.

Concern for Missing 59-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 5, 2023 at 3:39PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Shelley Lynne Zweig, a missing 59-year-old.

Zweig was last seen on Monday, May 22, 2023, in the 9900 block of Medical Center Drive. Zweig is approximately 5-feet, 6-inches tall and weighs 110 pounds. She has light brown eyes and light brown hair.Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Bag Full of Discarded Fireworks Cause Major Fire in Rockville Tuesday Night

By MCS Staff

Published July 5, 2023 at 7:34AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to what was described as a heavy fire on the 15100 block of Rosecroft Rd., off of Georgia Avenue, in Rockville at approximately 10:45pm on Tuesday night. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the residents were home when the fire started and were first alerted by an explosion outside where they discovered a fire.

There were several reports of explosions, both before and while crews operated to extinguish the fire. Fire Investigators found several camping style propane tanks that had obviously exploded in the area of origin. The origin/cause was revealed to be a plastic bag full of discarded fireworks (purchased out of county) that ignited the cardboard/plastic fireworks and then spread to nearby shrubbery and other exterior combustibles and the siding of the home. Damage is estimated to be about $1.25M. Three adults, one child, and one pet have been displaced. One firefighter suffered a non-life threatening injury.

MCFRS Responding to Heavy Fire in Rockville Tuesday Night

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2023 at 11:15PM | Updated July 5, 2023 at 7:38AM

Update: Bag Full of Discarded Fireworks Cause Major Fire in Rockville Tuesday Night

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) are currently responding to what is being described as a heavy fire on the 15100 block of Rosecroft Rd., off of Georgia Avenue, in Rockville. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the fire is at a three-story home and all occupants were able to get out. Update here.

MCFRS and RVFD Respond to Overturned Vehicle on Montrose Rd Early Tuesday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2023 at 11:57AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department (RVFD) responded to the scene of an overturned vehicle on Montrose Rd at approximately 1am on Tuesday, July 4th.

According to the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department, crews arrived to find one person trapped inside their vehicle on Montrose Rd., just prior to the SB-270 exit at approximately 1am. “Crews stabilized the vehicle with the tie-back and rolled the roof to gain access to the patient who was transported to a hospital. The extrication was completed in 12 minutes.” There is no word at this moment on the cause of the crash or the condition of the vehicle occupant.

Akira Ramen & Izakaya to Open Gaithersburg Location

By MCS Staff

Published July 3, 2023 at 12:44PM | Updated July 3, 2023 at 8:43PM

Akira Ramen & Izakaya will open a new location next to Ela Mesa Taste of Greece (109 Paramount Park Drive) in the Spectrum Town Center in Gaithersburg. Construction has already started, but there’s plenty of work left to go before there’s a better idea of when the restaurant will open. Akira’s first restaurant opened in 2017 at The Galvan in Rockville.

Per Akira: At Akira Ramen, we specialize in taking the authentic ramen experience to the next level. First, we offer unique in-house broth that would suit everyones’ taste: Tonkatsu salt, Miso, Shoyu and Vegetable broth. With extra toppings as an option, you can customize your ramen anytime. Second, our thin and curly noodles are made in-house daily.

Rockville Gym’s Acro Athletes Win Big at USA Gymnastics National Championships

By MCS Staff

Published July 3, 2023 at 7:49AM

Athletes from Xtreme Acro of Rockville, MD recently competed in the 2023 Acrobatic Gymnastics National Championships, held in Tulsa, OK from June 19-24. The athletes, led by Head Coach Cameron Jones, earned an impressive number of medals, including eight gold, seven silver, and seven bronze, and the gym’s thirteen Level 10 athletes brought home a gold medal Team Award for the highest cross-category cumulative score.

In addition to winning three silver medals, Xtreme’s Senior Elite women’s pair of Olivia Green and Allyson Stone were named to the Senior US National Team and will be competing at the Pan American Championships this fall. The Junior Elite women’s group, consisting of Roni Azerrad, Audrey Wang, and Isabella Collazo, won two gold medals and one bronze (including the national championship title for their division) and were named to the Junior US National Team. The two-time bronze medalist women’s group of Oriyan Weinman, Rebecca Greenberg, and Caylei Caldwell, and bronze medalist women’s pair of Olivia Irreno and Layla DeVaul, were named to the International Club Team.