On Tuesday, Judge Lydia K. Griggsby sentenced Darnell Palmer, 23, Germantown, Maryland, to 84 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute and possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing Germantown man. (more…)
Earlier this month, we reported that the Big Lots at 20926 Frederick Rd in the Milestone Shopping Center, Germantown, will be permanently closing. The store recently began its closing sale and is now offering discounts of up to 25% on select items, according to a representative (5%-25% overall, depending on the items). The discounts are expected to increase as the store approaches its anticipated closure, likely right after Christmas. A specific date is not yet available.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Germantown Investigative Section, are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing Germantown woman. (more…)
The Germantown Flea Market returns Saturday, November 2, from 8am-1pm at the MARC rail commuter lot at the intersection of Germantown Rd. (Rt. 118) and Bowman Mill Drive. Additional details below courtesy of the Germantown Historical Society: (more…)
“Coming soon” signage is now up for Del Mar Latin Food at 18058 Mateny Rd in the Cloppers Mill Village shopping center in Germantown. (more…)
Montgomery Parks’ historic Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel will provide its last ride at Wheaton Regional Park on Sunday, October 27, 2024. After that, the carousel, which has thrilled thousands of children, will be refurbished and relocated to its new home in Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park in Clarksburg. Tickets are still available for a nostalgic ride on the carved wooden horses.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has announced that a 16-year-old Clarksburg teen, currently in custody for a March 2024 shooting, is now facing additional charges related to an August 2024 shooting in Germantown. (more…)
Meadows Farms Nurseries and Landscape at 11406 Hawkes Rd in Clarksburg has announced that it will be permanently closing. (more…)
D1 Seafood Buffet & Bar (19961 Century Boulevard) is now open in Germantown. The restaurant has taken over the space previously home to Sushi Legend Cajun Seafood and Bar, and before that, The Greene Turtle. They are currently running a soft opening special that can be seen below.
The Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel will offer its final rides at Wheaton Regional Park on Sunday, October 27, before being refurbished and relocated to its original intended home at Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park in Clarksburg. A new carousel is planned for Wheaton in spring 2025, while the beloved miniature train will continue to operate at the park. (more…)