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Professional Rugby Team, Old Glory DC, Will Play its Home Games in Montgomery County This Season

Published September 6, 2023 at 2:28PM

Old Glory DC is the first professional rugby team based in the Washington metropolitan area and this year it’ll be playing its home games right here in Montgomery County. Old Glory DC competes in Major League Rugby (MLR), a professional rugby union league competing in its sixth season in 2023, representing North America’s highest level of rugby competition. Since its inaugural season in 2018, MLR has grown from seven to 13 teams, featuring 12 from the United States and one from Canada.

Per the team: Old Glory DC is excited to announce that all 2024 home regular season and playoff matches will be played at the Maryland SoccerPlex in Germantown, MD. Entering its sixth season and following an exceptional Championship Series playoff berth and a first-ever Eastern Conference Championship appearance, Old Glory aims to continue its success with rugby fans, supporters, and sponsors throughout the DMV region.

Lancaster County Dutch Market to Celebrate 27th Anniversary with Pig Roast and Customer Appreciation Event

By Patrick Herron

Published September 6, 2023 at 8:54AM | Updated September 6, 2023 at 12:44PM

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Inaugural Maryland Cider Fest Takes Place This Saturday, September 9

By MCS Staff

Published September 5, 2023 at 2:34PM

The inaugural Maryland Cider Festival is taking place this Saturday, September 9th at Two Story Chimney Ciderworks (7115 Damascus Rd. Gaitherburg, MD 20882) from 11am until 4pm. Though the event has a Gaithersburg address, it’s north of Laytonsville closer to Damascus. This event will showcase hard cider makers from across the Old Line State. You’ll also find local artisans, craft vendors, live music, and food trucks. Whether you’re an aficionado who knows their cider, cidre, or sidra, or you’re just looking for a refreshing change of taste this is the place to be. Come join us for a celebration of Maryland craft makers.

The festival will feature ten local cideries showcasing their best hard ciders, from dry to sweet, still to sparkling, modern to heritage, and everything in between. Ciders of all styles and types will be in glass for you to sample and take home, and you’ll get to learn more about the cider-making process from the experts. The festival will also have food trucks serving up delicious bites to pair with your cider, live music from local musicians for your enjoyment, and local craft vendors selling their unique and handmade products.

Child Struck by Driver Near Middle School; Suffers Minor Injuries

By Patrick Herron

Published September 5, 2023 at 1:45PM | Updated September 5, 2023 at 2:05PM

WUSA9 reports that Montgomery County Police responded to a collision involving a child on Tuesday, September 5, near Rocky Hill Middle School in Clarksburg. According to police, “MCPD responded to the area of Frederick Road and Little Seneca Parkway at approximately 7:49 a.m., for the report of a pedestrian struck. A juvenile victim has been transported with minor injury to an area hospital. The driver remained on scene.”

We will post an update if additional information becomes available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

Laperaux, the Journeyman Chef’s French Bistro, Named ‘Best Germantown Restaurant in 2023’

By MCS Staff

Published September 4, 2023 at 12:40PM | Updated September 4, 2023 at 3:29PM

Laperaux, the Journeyman Chef’s French Bistro, which opened at 18056 Mateny Rd. in February, has been selected for the ‘2023 Best of Germantown Award’ in the Restaurants category by the Germantown Award Program, according to a press release submitted by the owner of Laperaux.

Each year, the Germantown Award Program identifies “companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Germantown area a great place to live, work and play.”

MCFRS Respond to House Fire Sunday Afternoon; 2nd Alarm Declared Due to Heat

By Patrick Herron

Published September 3, 2023 at 2:39PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a townhouse fire in the 23300 blk of Brewers Tavern Way in Clarksburg on Sunday afternoon. According to MCFRS Assistant Chief David Pazos, “units reported heavy fire to the rear with extension to both exposures. Fire is reported out, and there are no injuries at this time.”

Two adults and one child have been displaced. Reports of an explosion were from a grill that was located near the fire. Approximately 68 MCFRS personnel responded to the scene. A 2nd alarm was declared due to the heat. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Recent Seneca Valley Graduate and Family Lose Home in Friday Afternoon Fire; Community Rallies to Support

By MCS Staff

Published September 2, 2023 at 8:48PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a fire on the 23900 block of Trading Post Drive in Clarksburg around 3:30pm on Friday, September 1. Lucien Lee, a recent graduate of Seneca Valley High School, reached out to let us know he and his family lived in the home that was destroyed by the fire. The young man started a GoFundMe fundraiser to help the family as everything gets sorted out and they recover from their loss.

“Hello everyone i’m fundraising for my family and I, today september 1st 2023 our house was burned down. My parents are first generation immigrants and we’ve lived in maryland our whole lives. And now we have nothing other than our clothes on our back and our car. Today we lost everything I hope you guys could help us get back on our feet. God bless everyone.”

Massage Envy in Germantown Has Closed

By Patrick Herron

Published September 2, 2023 at 4:35PM | Updated October 16, 2024 at 1:18AM

Update: The Gaithersburg Massage Envy will relocate into this location on December 1st.

Massage Envy at 20950 Frederick Rd in the Neelsville Village Center in Germantown has permanently closed. The store is redirecting its members to the Gaithersburg Massage Envy location at 127 Crown Park Ave in Downtown Crown. According to signage posted on the front door, the store never fully recovered after the COVID-19 pandemic. Massage Envy offers massages, stretch therapy, and facials, and has additional Montgomery County locations in Rockville and Silver Spring.

Quincy’s Uptown Adds Arcade; Damascus and Gaithersburg Locations to Team Up With Bangin’ BBQ For New Menu Items

By MCS Staff

Published September 1, 2023 at 9:39PM

Quincy’s Uptown opened a few years back at 9813 Main St. in Damascus. Now, the restaurant has added a new dimension with their new arcade games for families and individuals to enjoy with dinner or drinks. The Quincy’s Gaithersburg location, along with Quincy’s Uptown in Damascus, will soon be offering a barbecue menu as well.

“People are looking for a reason to come out and enjoy some food and entertainment. What better way than old school pinball, boardwalk skee ball, and of course Pac-Man?” owner Marty Magill tells us. “We have also joined forces with the powerhouse of Bangin BBQ. Chris Patterson and I have formed a joint venture to take things to another level.”

MCFRS Respond to House Fire Friday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published September 1, 2023 at 4:32PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a fire on the 23900 block of Trading Post Drive in Clarksburg around 3:30pm on Friday, September 1.

According to Assistant Chief David Pazos, “Units encountered fire through the roof with exposures on the left and right of the townhouse. One civilian is being evaluated on the scene,” and “Units will remain on the scene for an extended time while various hot spots are extinguished, and fire investigators have completed their work.”

Clarksburg Road Closed Due to Collision Involving Motorcycle

By Patrick Herron

Published September 1, 2023 at 4:30PM | Updated September 1, 2023 at 5:26PM

Montgomery County Police tweeted the following at 4:09pm on Friday, September 1: “Clarksburg Road is closed at Moxley Road due to a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.” We will post an update when additional information is available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

MCFRS has dispatched units to the 28500 blk of Clarksburg Rd(Clarksburg) for a cyclist struck. Units on the scene have requested aviation and will be landing near the intersection of Woodview Dr/Clarksburg Rd. Traffic will be affected. @DavidPazos15 @mcfrsPIO pic.twitter.com/Y8DcI2Qw2H