Rockville Archives - Page 281 of 360

Vehicle Driven Over Retaining Wall in Rockville

Published April 30, 2022 at 12:59PM

A vehicle was driven over a retaining wall in the 700 block of Monroe St (Fireside Apartments) in Rockville on Saturday, April 30, around noon. Rockville City Police report that there were no injuries, only property damage. A tow truck is currently at the scene. We will post an update when more information becomes available.

Earlier this month cars were driven into the Montgomery Village Post Office and a single family home in North Potomac. In March, vehicles were driven into the signage at Kentlands Square and a hair salon in Gaithersburg. There were no serious injuries in any of the incidents listed.

Baronessa Will Close Permanently At The End of April

By MCS Staff

Published April 29, 2022 at 9:16PM

Baronessa has announced that it will be permanently closing at the end of April. The restaurant, located at 1302 E Gude Drive in Rockville, made the announcement on its website earlier this week. The full announcement can be seen below, along with additional information courtesy of the restaurant’s website:

“There is no easy way to put this. We are extremely sorry to announce that Baronessa Italian Restaurant will be permanently closing its doors. We would like to thank our loyal customers who have been patronizing Baronessa for their years of support. Also, we want to thank our landlord Promark Partners, but most of all. THANK YOU to our. wonderful staff. We would never be able to do this without you. Our last day will be Saturday, April 30th 2022.

Update: Montgomery County Police Investigate Fatal Collision in North Bethesda; Victim’s Name Released

By Patrick Herron

Published April 29, 2022 at 5:34PM | Updated April 29, 2022 at 6:46PM

Pedestrian Struck by Driver on Tuckerman Lane Has Succumbed to His Injuries; Police Now Investigating

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2022 at 5:10PM

The investigation by detectives determined that the pedestrian was jogging across southbound Tuckerman Lane, in the crosswalk. For reasons still under investigation, the operator of a 2019 Subaru Forester, who was traveling westbound on Tuckerman Lane, struck the pedestrian in the crosswalk. This crosswalk is equipped with a push-to-activate pedestrian signal. Detectives are investigating whether the signal was activated. The adult male driver of the Subaru remained on scene. The 74-year-old male victim was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The name of the deceased will be released following proper notification of the family. This is an active and ongoing investigation. The Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) continues to investigate this collision. Anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact CRU detectives at (240) 773- 6620.

Feature photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Pedestrian Struck by Driver on Tuckerman Lane, Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2022 at 11:09AM | Updated April 28, 2022 at 5:14PM

Update: The pedestrian mentioned in this story has succumbed to his injuries. Montgomery County Police are now investigating.

(~10a) Tuckerman Lane & Kings Riding Way, collision, pedestrian struck, @MCFRS_EMIHS transported 1 adult Pri1 trauma w/ LT injuries, some lanes blocked, Tuckerman La BLOCKED/CLOSED between Grosvenor Place and Sugarbush La

Wootton Alumnus Utkarsh Ambudkar Stars in New Hulu Series ‘The Dropout’

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2022 at 7:05AM

A couple months back we discussed Wootton High School alumnus Utkarsh Ambudkar’s starting role on the CBS sitcom ‘Ghosts’, which debuted in October of last year and was recently renewed for a second season. Ambudkar also has a prominent role on the new Hulu miniseries, The Dropout.

The show is based on the ABC Audio podcast about the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes and her company, Theranos. The show touches on experiences that likely motivated Holmes’ deceptions and lies, starting from her formative years as a pre-teen and going all the way to her exposure as a fraud. Ambudkar plays the role of Rakesh Madhava, a biotech engineer and worked at Theranos until 2008.

Fallsgrove Restaurant’s Door Shattered; Suspect Caught on Video

By MCS Staff

Published April 25, 2022 at 5:31PM

St. Veg, a fast-casual restaurant serving vegan cuisine that opened at 14929 Shady Grove Rd. Unit M, in Fallsgrove (Rockville) back in late 2018, had its front door shattered just after midnight, early Monday morning.

Anne, the owner, tells us that nothing of value was taken, but that the front door is completely shattered. Security cameras caught a suspect on video and a Montgomery County Police detective is currently on the case. Anyone with information can call the non-emergency police phone number at 301-279-8000.

The Pike Central Farm Market Opens Saturday, April 30th at Pike & Rose for the 2022 Season

By MCS Staff

Published April 25, 2022 at 3:44PM

The Pike Central Farm Market opens for the 2022 season on Saturday, April 30^thfrom 9am until 1:30pm every Saturday until December 17th. The Market hosts a wide variety of vendors and is conveniently located in the parking lot next to Bark Social at 935 Prose Street in North Bethesda’s Pike & Rose. The Market is one of the largest farmers markets in the region, hosting dozens of vendors and artisan food producers. It features music, numerous kid’s activities, demos by local chefs, local Maryland winery and farm brewery tastings, table seating and more.

Per Pike Central Farm Market: “In 2011 our second market, Pike Central Farm Market opened as an integral part of the Pike & Rose complex in North Bethesda, Maryland. Located on a parking lot next to Bark Social at Pike & Rose, the farm market hosts over 30 vendors. The market features table seating, music, local Maryland winery and farm brewery tastings, kids club activities, chef demos, a special Tuesday Thanksgiving market and more.”

Registration Now Open for Suds & Soles 5K in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published April 25, 2022 at 3:32PM

Per the City of Rockville:

For more information and to register, visit www.mcrrcsudsandsoles.org. Proceeds benefit the Rockville Recreation and Parks Foundation, Inc. and MCRRC’s youth and beginning running programs. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/sudsandsoles.

Rockville Police Department to Participate in Nationwide Prescription Take Back Day This Saturday, April 30

By Patrick Herron

Published April 25, 2022 at 9:01AM

The Rockville City Police Department and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office offer a safe, free and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs during National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday,  April 30. In cooperation with the Drug Enforcement Administration, city police will accept leftover — including expired — prescription drugs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Rockville City Police Station parking lot at 2 W. Montgomery Ave. To make it quick and convenient, officers will be outside with easy drive-up and drop-off access, so there is no need to get out of your vehicle. Illicit drugs, liquids, needles, sharps or syringes cannot be accepted, only pills or patches. All returned medications will be destroyed by the DEA.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a convenient and responsible means of disposal, keeping prescription drugs from potentially polluting our drinking water, while educating the public about the potential for abuse or theft of these medications. Learn more about National Drug Take Back Day at www.dea.gov or call Cpl. Ronnie Crowe at 240-314-8974. Residents can now also safely dispose of unused, unwanted or expired medication, with no questions asked, in a new prescription drug drop box that is available to the public 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in the front lobby of the Rockville City Police Station. For more information, visit RockvilleReports.com/prescription-drug-drop-box-debuts-at-rockville-city-police-station.

Coming Soon Signage is Up at Future J.Crew Location in Rockville

By MCS Staff

Published April 24, 2022 at 3:33PM | Updated April 30, 2022 at 8:43AM

Back in January we let you know that Loft is closing its Congressional Plaza location in Rockville and that J.Crew Factory would be its replacement at 1637 Rockville Pike. A Federal Realty Representative told us that they are “excited to welcome yet another favorite brand to Congressional Plaza. J.Crew will join a robust retail line-up including most recent additions Athleta and Lands’ End. J.Crew is expected to open in summer 2022, and will be located between Ulta Beauty and Appalachian Springs.”

We are told everything is on schedule and that the store still expects to open for business this summer. Coming soon signage, sent in by Kristen Rahman, can now be seen in the windows of the upcoming store. According to the signage, the store is also currently hiring, with additional information available via the JCrew website.