Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart and councilmembers will hold a press conference on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. to announce a proposed $7.75 million Public Service Support Resolution to aid residents and nonprofits affected by the federal government shutdown, with introduction on Nov. 4 and a public hearing and vote on Nov. 18. Community leaders, including the heads of Manna Food Center and MoCo Pride Center, will discuss local needs and services. (more…)
Montgomery County Police have arrested 33-year-old Elijah Bell of Rockville following a months-long investigation into suspected drug distribution. Officers recovered more than 2,700 grams of cocaine, 10 pounds of cannabis, two stolen handguns, and $10,000 in cash during search warrants, leading to multiple drug and firearms charges.
Meow Claw, known for its colorful mix of desserts, drinks, and claw machine games, is expanding with a second location at 1701 Rockville Pike, Suite B9 in The Shops at Congressional Village. The new Meow Claw Café is set to open in November and will feature bubble waffles, snow ice, smoothies, milk tea, and milkshakes, along with a photo booth and karaoke area. (more…)
Sunday Morning Bakehouse, the beloved Pike & Rose bakery and café founded by Montgomery County native Caroline Yi, has been named one of the “Best Bakeries Around DC” by Eater DC. The recognition highlights the bakery’s standout pastries, coffee program, and community-driven atmosphere, which have made it one of the region’s favorite morning stops since opening in 2019.
Gude Drive in Rockville is named for Gilbert Gude, a lifelong Montgomery County resident who served the community for decades as a legislator and environmental advocate.
A 25-year-old Silver Spring man, Jerrell Lee Fullwood, was arrested and charged with attempted first-degree rape and first-degree assault after police said he attacked a woman walking to a bus stop on Medical Center Drive early Friday morning.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Jostin Amaya, a missing 15-year-old. (more…)
A new wine shop called Tipping Point is coming soon to Federal Plaza in Rockville. The upcoming shop will be located between The Good Feet Store and a nail spa, along the same strip as Mamma Lucia, Mimi’s Handmade, and several other local businesses.
VisArts in Rockville is offering free collage workshops for furloughed federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown to provide a creative outlet and sense of community. (more…)
Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM) has announced the completion of a multimillion dollar renovation at the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, marking the property’s first major update in ten years.
ALDI announced it will offer a full Thanksgiving meal for ten people for about $40, featuring a 14-pound turkey and ingredients for nine side dishes, making this year’s feast even cheaper than last year’s. (more…)