Two Montgomery County eateries have earned a spot on Washingtonian Magazine’s latest “The Hot List: 10 Restaurants Around DC We’re Loving Right Now.” The September roundup highlights standout dining destinations across the DC region, and this time, Rockville and North Bethesda are in the spotlight. They were the only two Maryland restaurants featured in the list.
Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened, or are set to open in Germantown, MD: (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that Clarence Woods, Jr., 62, of Glen Burnie pleaded guilty to felony theft and securities fraud for defrauding 16 victims of more than $573,000 through a Ponzi-style scheme and other thefts, with sentencing set for October 30, 2025. (more…)
Montgomery County has long been a breeding ground for athletic excellence, but this week, the spotlight belonged squarely to the wrestling mat. Two local products, Helen Maroulis of Rockville and Kyle Snyder (Good Counsel alumnus), each captured world championships in dramatic fashion, reinforcing their status as all-time greats in U.S. wrestling history.
Montgomery County will mark Active Aging Week from October 6–12 with more than 50 free and low-cost programs for residents 55 and older, beginning with a signature wellness event and resource fair at the Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation Center. (more…)
The Maryland State Police (MSP) are warning residents about a potential scam involving the Rockville Barrack’s phone number: 301-424-2101.
Construction begins this month on the large playground at Greenbriar Local Park (12525 Glen Road in Potomac), which has been closed since a May 2024 fire caused significant damage. Work is expected to continue through mid-November, according to Montgomery Parks.
The Washington Commanders are officially coming home. On Tuesday, the D.C. Council voted to approve plans for a new stadium at the site of the former RFK Stadium, clearing the way for the franchise to return to the District for the first time in more than two decades.
Signage is now up for The Crêpe Shoppe at 202 Ellington Blvd in Gaithersburg’s Downtown Crown. The Gaithersburg-based business, already a staple at several local farmers markets, is preparing to open its first brick-and-mortar location. (more…)
Silver Spring Sichuan Bistro is set to open at 3830 International Drive in Leisure World Plaza, taking over the former site of Vegetable Garden. The restaurant is expected to open in mid-October, with details about a ribbon-cutting ceremony to be announced. (more…)
A 55-year-old Florida woman visiting family in Dickerson died Saturday after being shot in a residence on Mt. Ephraim Road.
According to Montgomery County Police, “On Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at approximately 4:05 p.m., 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service personnel responded to a residence in the 23000 block of Mt. Ephraim Road for the report of a shooting.