The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced that Long Branch, located between Downtown Silver Spring and Takoma Park, has been selected as the newest Designated Main Street Maryland community, marking a major milestone for the Montgomery County neighborhood.
Takoma Park Police are investigating multiple vandalism and theft incidents that occurred across the city on January 9 and January 10, including damage to a convenience store, a residence, and several vehicles.
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) reported significant Red Line service disruptions on Sunday afternoon after a person was struck by a train near the Takoma station, leading to single tracking between Silver Spring and Takoma, temporary station bypasses, and delays in both directions. (more…)
Takoma Park Police have announced the arrest of a man following a reported burglary attempt Tuesday night.
The Takoma Park Police Department announced on Wednesday night the arrest of a Washington DC man in connection with recent overnight burglary activity in the city.
Automated stop sign enforcement in Takoma Park officially moves from warnings to citations this week, with drivers facing fines beginning Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Montgomery County Police 3rd District officers and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were dispatched at 6:30 a.m. to the 900 block of Browning Avenue in Takoma Park for a reported stabbing. (more…)
2025 was a strong year for restaurant openings in Montgomery County, Maryland. According to a report by FOX5’s Homa Bash, new restaurant openings outpaced closures. Below is a list of […]
The Maryland Department of Transportation has awarded $500,000 in grants to support 40 small businesses impacted by ongoing Purple Line construction, continuing an effort aimed at helping locally owned businesses remain operational during the multi-year project.
The City of Takoma Park will implement an innovative stop sign camera enforcement program beginning in early 2026. The four-year pilot program was authorized through the Maryland General Assembly, SB0600, (https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/bills/sb/sb0600E.pdf) and approved by the Takoma Park City Council.
Washington Gas will begin resurfacing several Takoma Park streets next week following the completion of recent gas line replacement work, according to an announcement shared by Takoma Park Police. The multi-day project will involve milling and paving across multiple neighborhoods and is expected to cause temporary traffic delays.