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Charlie’s Pizza Signage Now Up in Derwood (Restaurant is Open)

Published June 21, 2023 at 6:14PM

Charlie’s Pizza and Subs has taken over the restaurant that was previously known as Sam’s Pizza & Subs at 15855 Redland Rd (off of Frederick Rd) in Derwood. While the sale became official as of Wednesday March 14, 2023, the restaurant operated as Sam’s until March 29, 2023 when the name changed to Charlie’s. After 2.5 months. The restaurant received approval for the final change– the official signage.

The updates come with a new name and new hours. Charlie’s will be open daily and will serve beer and wine for dine-in and carry out. The restaurant is currently working on delivery of beer and wine as well. The new menu offers many of the selections currently on the Sam’s menu as well as fresh wraps (chicken, shrimp, Caeser), Maryland crab cakes, and more.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 1:39PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Maiha Michelle Joseph, a missing 15-year-old from Silver Spring.

Joseph was last seen on Monday, June 19, 2023, at approximately 8 p.m., in the 14100 block of Castle Boulevard in Silver Spring. Joseph is approximately 5-feet, 2-inches tall and weighs 105 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Chipotle to Open New Digital Kitchen Style Restaurant in Rockville’s Rock Creek Village

By MCS Staff

Published June 21, 2023 at 1:33PM

Chipotle, which opened a new digital-only restaurant at 13801 Outlet Drive at the Briggs Chaney Marketplace in Silver Spring earlier this year, is bringing the concept to the Rock Creek Village Center in Rockville. The new concept, also known as “Chipotlane,” has no dining room and requires you to order through the Chipotle app, rather than the traditional assembly line format Chipotle is famous for.

The restaurant will open in the space that was previously home to Sun Trust Bank, joining The Creek Lodge Bar, Villa Maya, and more in the shopping center. According to Chipotle, “guests and delivery drivers can collect their digital orders through the Chipotlane drive-thru or walk-up window.” An opening timeframe is not yet available.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 14-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 12:15PM | Updated June 21, 2023 at 2:50PM

Chavez is approximately 5-feet tall and weighs 100 pounds. She has brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen wearing a blue crop top, beige sweater, dark colored jeans and blue and black Jordan sneakers. Police and family are concerned for her welfare. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jayleen Natalie Chavez is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.

Where to Watch Fireworks in Montgomery County This July

By Patrick Herron

Published June 20, 2023 at 11:22AM

The City of Rockville will hold its annual Independence Day celebration and fireworks display at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm on Tuesday, July 4th from 7pm to 10pm. “This location offers wonderful spectator viewing, and ample and convenient parking for the 4th of July festivities. Enjoy live music by Vertigo Red and a 20-minute fireworks display.”

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 12-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 20, 2023 at 9:11AM | Updated June 20, 2023 at 2:47PM

Hassen was last seen on Monday, June 19, 2023, at approximately 10:30 p.m., in the 1000 block of Willowleaf Way. Hassen is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. Hassen was last seen wearing a gray sweater and black pants. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Maryam Hassen is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.

Isreal Park Rededication and Ribbon-Cutting Celebration

By MCS Staff

Published June 20, 2023 at 6:37AM

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.

Rockville Mayor and Council Adopt Fee Increases to Cover Development Costs

By Patrick Herron

Published June 19, 2023 at 11:15PM

Building permit and license fees consist mainly of building and trade-related permits, nonbusiness licenses, fire safety permits and life-safety reviews on new commercial buildings, additions and alterations, as well as occupancy permits. Certain fees, such as those for residential solar panel installations and EV charging installations, remain unchanged to support and facilitate the city’s Climate Action Plan. Additionally, to limit increases to residential one- and two-family permits, there will be small increases in fees for single-family residential projects.

Most fixed-rate fees will increase by about 2.5% to account for inflation. Rental license fees will increase from $200 biennially to $220 biennially. A new fee of $450 has been established for a short-term rental license (anticipated to be effective later this year or in early 2024).  A 10% automation fee will be assessed on all permits, to offset costs associated with use of technology in connection with permitting and inspection services.

Person on Tracks Temporarily Shut Down Red Line in Rockville Saturday Evening

By MCS Staff

Published June 17, 2023 at 7:09PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and the Metro Transit Police Department responded to a call for a person on the tracks at the Rockville Metro Station at 250 Rockville Pike around 6:25pm on Saturday evening.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, rail traffic was shut down in both directions between the Rockville and Twinbrook stations. The person was in custody by 6:50pm and there were no apparent injuries sustained. Things should be “picking up” again shortly. Featured photo courtesy of @a__littlewoman on Instagram.

Detectives Investigate North Bethesda Armed Carjacking

By Patrick Herron

Published June 16, 2023 at 1:34PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating an armed carjacking that occurred in the 5500 block of Executive Blvd. in North Bethesda on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Detectives have released surveillance photos the suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

At approximately 5:05 p.m., 2nd District officers responded to the 11300 block of Woodglen Dr. for the report of an armed carjacking that just occurred. The investigation by detectives determined that an adult female victim was walking away from her 2015 navy blue BMW 535i, that was parked in the 5500 block of Executive Blvd., when the unknown suspect approached her, demanded her keys and displayed a dark colored handgun. The victim threw her keys at the suspect and ran toward Woodglen Dr., where she called the police. The suspect left the area in the BMW, traveling on Woodglen Dr. toward Nicholson Ln.

Five Things To Do in MoCo This Weekend

By Patrick Herron

Published June 16, 2023 at 10:06AM

Never letting the grass grow under their feet, the Kentlands Under the Lights committee has been hard at work since the beginning of the year on what will be a wholly new and reimagined Kentlands Under the Lights for 2023. Kentlands Under the Lights will have a new and expanded footprint on Market Street running from the traffic circle to CenterPoint – and now fully including the Paseo space and merchants – more music options including three band stages, more food and drink options, and more places to sit and linger and enjoy the company and fellowship of our friends and neighbors on a warm summer night. Kentlands Under the Lights 2023 will be the best yet.