Ready Montgomery has issued an Air Quality Alert due to “a large fire at a quarry in Travilah is spreading smoke across the region and may cause unhealthy levels of air quality.” Residents are advised to take precautions.
The Maryland Attorney General’s Office issued the following news released on Thursday, March 14: (more…)
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Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 13900blk of Piney Meetinghouse Rd, near Travilah Rd, for the report of a fire on Thursday, March 14 at approximately 11:45am (video below, by MCFRS).
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Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a crash involving a school bus that occurred at approximately 11:50am late Thursday morning on Tuckerman Ln. and Ralston Rd. in Rockville.
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Music. Art. Food. Community. The Takoma Park Folk Festival brings it all together for one free, unforgettable day. Discover six stages of live music from around the world, shop an acclaimed juried craft show, enjoy international cuisine, connect with local community organizations, and let the kids explore crafts and activities in the Children's Nook. It's one of the region's most beloved traditions, and a celebration of the creativity, diversity, and welcoming spirit that has long defined Takoma Park.
New this year! Jam at the Crossroads is a place for musicians of all levels to come together and be part of the music.
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Last month we let you know that Chido’s Tex-Mex Grill has signed on to take over the space that was recently home to The Eleanor at 931 Ellsworth Dr. in Downtown Silver Spring. The restaurant has wrapped the windows with coming soon signage as it prepares for a late spring opening.
In April we let you know that Copper Canyon Grill is requesting approval for a 1,012 square foot covered dining pier to be located on the RIO Lake. The restaurant submitted its final site plan back in July and the planning commission approved it unanimously at a September meeting. Earlier this week, Copper Canyon released new renderings of what to expect, including the finished product of other ongoing exterior renovations (photos below).
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The Maryland State Police has announced that it will increase patrols and DUI enforcement over St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, including in Gaithersburg’s Rio and Crown areas. Montgomery County Police previously announced increased police presence this weekend on local roads due the St. Patrick’s Day holiday. (more…)
Last week, we reported that Halal Guys at 522 N Frederick Ave in the Gaithersburg Square shopping center had permanently closed. We now know that Naz’s Halal will be opening up in the recently vacated space.
Rio and many Montgomery County residents celebrated the opening of the IKEA Plan & Order location at 101 Boardwalk Place Ste 102 on Wednesday, March 13. The celebration took place from 11am-2pm and featured free food and drinks, including IKEA’s patented Swedish meatballs (they will not be regularly available at the location).