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Alyssa’s Mangoneadas is Coming to Wheaton

Published June 14, 2022 at 2:20PM | Updated June 17, 2022 at 3:01PM

Alyssa’s Mangoneadas is coming to 2670 University Blvd W in Wheaton, taking over the location that was recently home to El Olam Iglesia Pentecostal and previously home to Wheaton Tile Center and Doña Bessy’s Pupuseria.

As of now, we only know that mangoneadas will be on the menu. A mangoneada, which is also known as a chamango, chamoyada, mangollada, or mangonada, is a Mexican beverage that can double as a dessert. It’s mango-based, with fresh mangoes forming it’s foundation that’s sometimes supplemented with mango sorbet. The drink is sweet, spicy, and salty, and is often served with straws wrapped in tamarind paste and a dusting of tajin.

Wheaton Mall to Host Dinosaurs Rock Event Saturday, June 11

By Patrick Herron

Published June 10, 2022 at 7:22PM

Children will be able to create take-home art in the form of a fossil and the first 250 children can participate in a Fossil Dig to excavate and take home one REAL fossil. AMC Theatres will also host a one hour popup with games, giveaways and more during the event.

Get ready for an open house that includes an expansive dinosaur/fossil Museum Exhibit, DINOSAURS ROCK expert, Hands-on Fossil Dig & Craft, and DINOSAURS ROCK Museum Shop.

Taste of Wheaton Returns with Full Day of Food, Music and Activities for Whole Family on Sunday, June 12, in Downtown Wheaton

By MCS Staff

Published June 10, 2022 at 9:34AM

The Taste of Wheaton will return after a two-year hiatus with a full day of food, music and activities for all ages from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, at Marian Fryer Plaza in Downtown Wheaton. Kids rides and activities are free, with food and drinks available for purchase from local Wheaton restaurants.

Marian Fryer Plaza is located at 2424 Reedie Plaza adjacent to the Wheaton Triangle Business District.

Free Electric Scooter Training June 4 & June 11

By Patrick Herron

Published June 2, 2022 at 11:09AM

Those interested in e-scooters can stop in at any time during the two-hour clinics. The schedule of clinics:

Electric scooters can help bridge the “first-mile/last-mile” gap of public transportation to provide the flexibility to easily get to and from a user’s ultimate destination. Currently, Bird, Lime and Spin participate in the County’s Dockless Vehicle Pilot Program.

Taste of Wheaton Returns on June 12

By Patrick Herron

Published June 2, 2022 at 11:05AM

Scheduled dance performances at the stage will include:

The festival will feature a beer and wine garden with 100 percent of the proceeds donated to the local food pantry Mid-County United Ministries.

Community Invited to Attend Wheaton Downtown Study Open House on June 14

By MCS Staff

Published May 21, 2022 at 7:14AM

Montgomery Planning will provide background on the study, and initial strategies to advance the vision of the 2012 Wheaton CBD and Vicinity Sector Plan

WHEATON, MD – The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, will hold a community open house for the Wheaton Downtown Study on June 14, 2022 (4 – 7:00 p.m.) at M-NCPPC’s Wheaton Headquarters Auditorium (2425 Reedie Drive, Floor 2, Wheaton, MD 20902). At the open house, Montgomery Planning staff will provide an overview of the purpose of the study, discuss strengths, opportunities and challenges within the Wheaton Central Business District, and present initial strategies to further the implementation of the 2012 Wheaton CBD and Vicinity Sector Plan. The open house is in-person only and the presentation will be made available on demand.

rue21 Now Open in Wheaton Mall

By Patrick Herron

Published May 20, 2022 at 11:27AM

rue21 is now open at Westfield Wheaton Mall (11160 Veirs Mill Rd. The Pennsylvania based company designs clothes that, “appeal to people who desire, wish, or feel to be 21.” rue21’s instore brands include rue21 etc.!, CARBON elements, RAE, true by rue21, ruebeauty, ruebleu SWIM, and rueDecor.

A Three-Year-Old Child Has Died Due to a Collision Last Week; Police Investigating

By Patrick Herron

Published May 19, 2022 at 3:02PM

The investigation by detectives has determined that the driver of a white 1997 Ford F-150, pulling a 2015 Holmes light duty trailer, was attempting to make a left turn from eastbound Atherton Dr. onto northbound Connecticut Ave. The operator of a white 2015 Kia Optima was traveling and continuing south on Connecticut Ave. The two vehicles collided in the intersection.

Officers located six patients with injuries ranging from minor to life-threatening. Four of those patients were passengers of the Kia. Two additional patients were passengers of the Ford.

Laurel Man Arrested for Wheaton Carjacking

By Patrick Herron

Published May 17, 2022 at 3:11PM

The investigation by detectives determined that the suspect approached a black 2019 Hyundai Elantra in the parking lot of the Hung Phat Grocery Store. The suspect opened the door and ordered the victim, who was in the passenger seat, out of the vehicle. When the victim refused, the suspect got into the driver’s seat and began to drive away. The victim then jumped out of the moving vehicle. The victim sustained minor injuries. Officers placed a lookout for the vehicle.

Montgomery County Police Investigating Georgia Avenue Church Burglary

By Patrick Herron

Published May 17, 2022 at 1:04PM

Detectives have reviewed and released surveillance photographs of the male suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male with facial hair and dark hair. He was wearing black shorts, a black t-shirt and black shoes.

Anyone with information regarding this suspect is asked to call the Fourth District Investigative Section at 240-773-5500.

Montgomery County Police Investigate Commercial Burglaries at Metro by T-Mobile, Surveillance Footage Released

By Patrick Herron

Published May 9, 2022 at 11:22AM

On March 3, at approximately 11:30 p.m., and on March 29, at approximately 10:30 p.m., 4th District Officers responded to the location for the report of a commercial burglary that just occurred.

The investigation by detectives has determined that the suspect forcibly entered the store, stole an undisclosed amount of merchandise and fled the scene.