Federal Realty has announced that Nordstrom Rack will open a 26,000 square foot store at Congressional Plaza in Rockville in fall 2026. The store will be located at 1683 Rockville Pike, the former site of Buy Buy Baby.
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The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects involved in an armed robbery in Silver Spring. (more…)
The Takoma Park Police Department is investigating an indecent exposure incident that occurred Saturday night, November 1, at the Sunoco gas station located in the 6300 block of New Hampshire Avenue.
Governor Wes Moore announced the release of 62 million dollars to ensure Marylanders receive full November SNAP benefits, supplementing federal contingency funds ordered by a federal judge after the Trump Administration halted payments during the government shutdown.
Governor Wes Moore has announced the formation of the Governor’s Redistricting Advisory Commission to explore potential mid-cycle changes to Maryland’s Congressional maps. The bipartisan five-member group will hold public hearings, gather feedback, and make recommendations to the governor and state legislature to evaluate and potentially improve the current maps.
On Monday, County Executive Marc Elrich addressed court developments that forced the federal government to use 5 billion dollars in contingency funds to cover half of November’s SNAP benefits, while Maryland Governor Wes Moore committed to funding the remaining portion. Elrich noted that SNAP payments will be delayed due to the federal administration’s actions and encouraged residents in need of immediate food assistance to access local food distribution resources.
A beloved Montgomery County tradition is back to kick off the holiday season. The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade will return to Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 10:00am.
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Updated to reflect the restaurant is not affiliated with Bob’s Shanghai in Rockville.
Bob’s Bethesda, which initially went by Bob’s Shanghai Bethesda, has officially signed on to open at 7776 Norfolk Ave., the former home of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza.
Olney’s Winter City Lights opens for the 2025 season on Friday, November 28th. Organizers describe it as the “largest and most spectacular light show in the Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia and Baltimore areas,” offering a magical experience for all ages. Guests can expect elaborate light tunnels, animated displays, festive music, and plenty of photo-worthy moments throughout the scenic drive.
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The regular season is in the books, and the second season begins this week as Montgomery County’s finest hit the gridiron for the first round of the Maryland High School Football Playoffs. From powerhouse programs like Quince Orchard and Sherwood looking to continue dominant runs, to upstart stories like Wheaton and Kennedy aiming to make noise, the opening round is loaded with intrigue.
A Silver Spring man won $100,000 after purchasing $46 worth of scratch-off tickets at the Shell station on Aspen Hill Road while stopping for gas during a food-delivery shift. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: