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Westfield Wheaton to Host PeerPositivePOWER CommUNITY Dance Party on July 21

Published July 12, 2023 at 1:11PM

Courtesy Google Maps

Westfield Wheaton Mall (11160 Veirs Mill Rd, Wheaton, MD 20902), in partnership with The Music in Me Foundation International, has announced its inaugural PeerPositivePOWER CommUNITY Dance Party that will be free and open to the public. Set to coincide with International Anti-Bullying Month and take place in front of the Macy’s Lower Court from 2pm to 3pm on Friday, July 21, the event will shed light on anti-bullying and non-violence. Esteemed Broadway performer and Artistic Director of the Foundation, Danny Soto, will lead the dance party.

A celebration of unity and inclusivity, the event is aligned with Westfield Wheaton Mall’s ongoing mission to foster community connections in safe, vibrant public spaces. It will feature performances by over a hundred people from a myriad of local community groups, including teenage campers, senior citizens, a go-go band from the Washington Metropolitan Police Department, and visiting Senegalese youth as part of an exchange program. Retailers will offer special giveaways on-site and there will be a DJ and live on-air coverage by WKYS.

Police Respond to Stabbing Early Monday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published July 10, 2023 at 12:33PM | Updated July 10, 2023 at 1:04PM

Montgomery County Police responded to a stabbing on Monday, July 10. According to MCPD, “at approximately 2:27 a.m., officers responded to the 12000 block of Milton St. in Silver Spring for the report of a stabbing that just occurred. Officers arrived at the scene and located an adult male victim, suffering from a laceration on his arm. The victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspect has not been apprehended. This is an active and ongoing investigation.” We will post an update if additional information becomes available. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 10, 2023 at 12:24PM

Per MCPD: The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl from Wheaton.

Concern for Missing Fifteen-Year-Old

Wheaton Urban District to Hold Conversation on Tuesday, July 11, on ‘Supporting Youth in Crisis’

By Patrick Herron

Published July 6, 2023 at 9:44AM

Per Montgomery County: The Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee (WUDAC) will hold a meeting in Wheaton from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 11, on “Supporting Youth in Crisis.” The meeting will provide an opportunity for the community and businesses to share with local officials and professionals what they are seeing in their community as it relates to mental health, substance abuse and violence among youth.

The Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee consists of 11 members appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council to provide advice on matters affecting the Wheaton Urban District (downtown) area. Members represent businesses, the Chamber of Commerce, residents and the Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board.

Update on Tonight’s Fireworks Displays

By Patrick Herron

Published July 1, 2023 at 7:36PM | Updated July 1, 2023 at 8:22PM

Montgomery County Recreation tweeted the following: “Due to inclement weather, our Independence Day celebration at Einstein High School is currently paused. Those at the event should seek shelter using the school’s cafeteria and the Ride On shuttle buses”

‼️A SEVERE STORM IS APPROACHING THE FESTIVAL GROUNDS SO WE ARE TEMPORARILY EVACUATING BOHRER PARK UNTIL THE STORM PASSES. PLEASE TAKE COVER IN YOUR VEHICLES OR AT THE ACTIVITY CENTER‼️

$1 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at MoCo 7-Eleven Has Been Claimed

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 10:55PM | Updated June 28, 2023 at 11:52PM

A Montgomery County Resident is $1,000,000 richer after claiming a winning lottery ticket she purchased back in April from the 7-Eleven at 12405 Georgia Ave in Wheaton-Glenmont. Full story below courtesy of MD Lottery:

“Although she was chasing a Mega Millions jackpot, a Silver Spring woman is happy to join the game’s millionaires’ club after winning a $1 million second-tier prize in an April drawing. The Montgomery County resident, who said she has chased the jackpot her entire life, gave herself the nickname “Lady Jackpot Chaser” to tell the story of her April 18 Lottery win.

Wheaton TGIF Concert Series, Starting July 7 with the Brass of ‘Black Masala,’ Will Celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 11:11AM

Per Montgomery County: The Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District has teamed up with the iconic Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for this year’s TGIF Summer Concert Series, offering after-work celebrations on Friday evenings. The weekly series, which will start July 7, will feature bands ranging from Black Masala to Jah Works, live artist demonstrations and beverages from Twin Valley Distillers.

The concerts will be at the Marian Fryer Town Plaza, adjacent to the Wheaton Business Triangle and near the Wheaton Metro Station.

Detectives Investigate Shed Burglary; Photos of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published June 27, 2023 at 2:31PM | Updated June 28, 2023 at 4:26PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are investing a shed burglary that occurred on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in the 12300 block of Atherton Dr. in Silver Spring. Detectives have released photos of the suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

At approximately 6:25 p.m., 4th District officers responded to the location for the report of a burglary that just occurred. The investigation by detectives determined that the unknown male suspect went into the victim’s shed and placed stolen tools in a black backpack. As the suspect was walking away from the scene, the adult male victim confronted him and pulled on the backpack, causing the stolen tools to fall. The suspect walked away from the scene without any stolen property.

Wheaton Mall to Offer Complimentary Parking/Shuttles For the “Mid-County Sparkles” Independence Day Celebration

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 3:45PM

Mid-County Sparkles, one of Montgomery County’s Independence Day celebrations, will take place on Saturday, July 1st. Live music begins at 6 pm and fireworks begin at 9:15 pm. No alcohol or pets are permitted. Time is approximate and may change due to weather and additional information will be available closer to the event date. This event will be held at Newport Mill Local Park.

Westfield Wheaton Mall will be offering complimentary parking and round trip shuttle bus transportation from the mall parking lots to Albert Einstein High School (11135 Newport Mill Rd, Kensington, MD) starting at 5:30pm on Saturday, July 1 (Westfield Wheaton Mall,11160 Veirs Mill Rd, Wheaton, MD) for the region’s popular, annual firework and live music festival.

Wiseguy Pizza to Open First MoCo Location

By Patrick Herron

Published June 23, 2023 at 9:10PM

Coming soon signage is up for Wiseguy Pizza in the Wheaton Mall food court. The restaurant will be located in the space that was previously occupied by Angel’s Pizza. Wiseguy serves stone-deck oven baked pizza by the slice that’s made with imported ingredients from Italy, homemade sauces, and dough using a special water filtration system. Pizza options include Cheese, Pepperoni, Paneer Tikki (House Masala, Paneer, Mozzarella, Onions, Tomato, Green & Chili Peppers, Cilantro, Jalapeño Sauce), Nashville Hot Chicken, Chicken Parmesan, and Whitestone (Garlic, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Parmigiano, Oregano, Oil from Tuscany Italy.)

Planet Fitness to Open Two New Locations in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2023 at 12:33PM | Updated June 22, 2023 at 3:41PM

Planet Fitness has announced it will be opening new locations at 6881 New Hampshire Ave. in Takoma Park and 2201 Randolph Rd. in Wheaton (Glenmont). Construction is scheduled to begin soon and both locations are expected to open by the end of the year. The Glenmont location will be next to the existing Lidl.

According to Planet Fitness, “Both locations will offer state-of-the-art cardio machines and strength equipment, a 30-Minute Express Circuit, fully equipped locker rooms and numerous flat screen televisions. They also will feature a PF Black Card® Spa area with HydroMassage beds, massage chairs, tanning, a RelaxSpace Wellness Pod (where members can relax, reset and focus on their mental health for up to 15 minutes) and a Recovery Lounge offering a multi-sensory experience combining hot, cold and compression therapy.