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Black Bear Update: Sightings Thursday Night in King Farm and College Parkway in Rockville

Published May 5, 2023 at 10:35AM

The Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) tweeted Friday morning that there were additional sightings of a bear last night in King Farm and College Parkway in Rockville. Earlier this week we reported that there had been several sightings of a large black bear in West Rockville, specifically the areas of Woodley Gardens and Great Falls Road. RCPD is working with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to locate and relocate the bear and reminds residents to “Stay alert, calm, do not approach or attempt to capture the bear! Please call RCPD at 240-314-8900 ASAP if you see him.” Tips courtesy of the National Park Service below:

5/5/23 – 9:30 am -Black Bear Update – Sightings of the bear last night in King Farm & College Pkwy. RCPD is working with MD DNR to locate & relocate the bear. Stay alert, calm, do not approach or attempt to capture the bear! Please call RCPD at 240-314-8900 ASAP if you see him. pic.twitter.com/Et3HYQq2CY

Detectives From Major Crimes Division Investigating Kidnapping and Armed Robbery near Shady Grove Road; Victim Forced to Drive Suspect to ATM

By MCS Staff

Published May 4, 2023 at 4:57PM

The initial investigation has revealed that the victim was exiting the I-270 ramp onto Shady Grove Road when he came across a silver Mitsubishi vehicle partially blocking the exit ramp. A suspect, who the victim believed to be a police officer, flagged him over, onto the side of the road. The victim then got out of his vehicle and began to walk towards the suspect, at which point the suspect demanded that he return to his vehicle. The suspect then approached the victim’s vehicle and demanded money. At that time, the suspect entered the victim’s vehicle and demanded that the victim drive to a Bank of America in the 15000 block of Shady Grove Road to withdraw money from the ATM. As the victim drove to the bank, the silver Mitsubishi began to follow, driven by a second suspect. The victim advised that he observed a handgun in the suit jacket of the suspect on multiple occasions.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing Rockville Woman

By Patrick Herron

Published May 4, 2023 at 4:05PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Cold Case Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Cynthia Lynette Dailey, a missing 61-year-old from Rockville.

Dailey was last seen on Monday, April 17, 2023, in the 13000 block of Twinbrook Parkway. She is approximately 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs 175 pounds. She has black and gray hair and brown eyes. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

11th Annual VisArts’ Rockville Arts Festival to be Held Saturday-Sunday, May 6-7, in Rockville Town Square

By Patrick Herron

Published May 4, 2023 at 8:27AM

Per Montgomery County: The 11th Annual VisArts Rockville Arts Festival will be held Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, May 7, in Rockville Town Square. The free outdoor festival will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day and will feature original works from 130 artists and artisans. The festival will include Raku demonstrations by VisArts’ instructors, artwork by VisArts’ VisAbility Art Lab artists and artisanal fare.

The event will offer the opportunity to meet new artists and artists who are returning to the festival. They will display their creations of original pieces in a variety of media, including ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and wood.

Collision Leads to Overturned Vehicle on Old Georgetown Rd Thursday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published May 4, 2023 at 7:42AM | Updated May 4, 2023 at 1:14PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a collision that occurred in the area of Old Georgetown Rd, between Edson Ln and Tuckerman Ln, in North Bethesda at approximately 7am Thursday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the collision caused one of the vehicles, a pick-up truck, to overturn in the median on Old Georgetown Rd. One adult is being transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and some lanes are currently blocked.

Break-In Attempt Caught on Camera at MoCo Gun Shop

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 6:31PM

Engage Armament, a gun shop located at 701 E Gude Drive #101 in Rockville, captured a break-in attempt on camera, according to a post the shop shared on social media (seen below). The attempted robbery took place over the weekend.

According to Fox 5, the video shows two burglars enter the shop then quickly exit when they fail to bypass an interior doorway. The suspects wore black hoodies and masks that covered most of their faces. Video also captured a dark / silver sedan as it was driving away from the business. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).

Community Alert – Black Bear Sighting In Rockville

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 4:27PM

The Rockville City Police Department’s Neighborhood Services/Animal Control Division has been made aware of the several sightings of a large black bear in West Rockville, specifically the areas of Woodley Gardens and Great Falls Road today. We have been in contact with the Department of Natural Resources to alert them of these sightings. If you see a bear, please call RCPD non-emergency at 240-314-8900 as soon as possible.

If a bear happens to surprise you, stay calm. Do not surprise the bear if it is unaware of your presence. Here are a few helpful tips courtesy of the National Park Service to keep you, your family, and your pets safe! Identify yourself by talking calmly so the bear knows you are a human and not a prey animal. Remain still; stand your ground but slowly wave your arms. Help the bear recognize you as a human. It may come closer or stand on its hind legs to get a better look or smell. A standing bear is usually curious, not threatening.

Small Fire Extinguished at Building Under Construction in Pike & Rose

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 11:45AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a fire on the roof/penthouse of the under-construction building at 915 Meeting St shortly before 11am on Wednesday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the HVAC on the roof was smoking and being overhauled. The fire was contained to the HVAC unit and there was no extension aside from smoke. The fire was quickly extinguished and there were no injuries. Some lanes on Rockville Pile, Rose Avenue, and Trade Street were temporarily blocked. Featured photo and video below by Michelle Sauer.

Montgomery Parks Seeks Input on Plans to Convert Tennis Courts to Six Pickleball Courts at East Norbeck Local Park

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 10:36AM

Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, is seeking public input about plans to convert two tennis courts to six dedicated pickleball courts at East Norbeck Local Park. The proposed project aims to expand pickleball opportunities in the county by creating a hub of multiple, dedicated courts for the increasingly popular sport. The public may submit their feedback on the plan at the online Open Town Hall through Friday, June 2, 2023. “Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the nation and here in Montgomery County. While Montgomery Parks has a strong inventory of shared pickleball and tennis courts, we need to increase the number of dedicated pickleball courts to accommodate the demand,” said Mike Riley, director of Montgomery Parks.

Montgomery Parks currently has more than 75 shared pickleball/tennis courts and only eight dedicated pickleball courts. East Norbeck Local Park has been selected as a suitable location for a pickleball hub for multiple reasons including:

Installation of Vape Detectors Begins at Six MCPS High Schools This Week

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 7:38AM

Earlier this month, MCPS announced that vape detectors were in the process of being installed in the bathrooms of a “limited number of high schools.” Student journalists Hannah Lee, Claire Yu, and Avery Wang, of Richard Montgomery’s RM Tide newspaper, have reported that installations begin this week at six MCPS High Schools: John F. Kennedy, Northwood , Paint Branch, Quince Orchard, Richard Montgomery, and Walt Whitman. The detectors will remain until at least the end of the school year.

Per MCPS: “Vape detectors are in the process of being installed in the bathrooms of a limited number of high school schools. These detectors will help to identify any instances of vaping or smoking in the bathrooms, allowing us to take appropriate action to prevent harm to our students’ health and safety.”

Baskin Robbins Opens Potomac Woods Plaza Location on May 7

By MCS Staff

Published May 3, 2023 at 6:37AM

Permanent signage went up last month at the new Baskin Robbins at 1079 Seven Locks Rd in Potomac Woods Plaza, located in the space that was previously home to Ibhana Creations. Baskin Robbins has now set an opening date of Sunday, May 7th.

Last February, Baskin Robbins closed its doors at Cabin John Village and announced its plans to open in the nearby Potomac Woods Plaza shopping center this spring. Baskin Robbins was replaced in Cabin John Village by The Scoop, which was opened this past August by Timothy and Mitch Ryoo– Potomac natives and Winston Churchill High School Graduates (2010 and 2006). Baskin Robbins will also be opening a location later this year in the Montgomery Village Center.