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Five Things to Know About Special Event Permits from the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services

Published June 26, 2023 at 10:37PM

Per Montgomery County: From arts and music festivals to fireworks shows and athletic tournaments, Montgomery County is a destination for special events. The County’s Department of Permitting Services (DPS) is committed to ensuring the permitting process for these events is easier than ever. Carnivals, community festivals, dances, fairs, picnics and recreation activities are examples of activities that may require a special event permit. If a community association, nonprofit or other type of organization is planning an event, it should check to see if a special event permit is needed. To contact DPS about possibly needing a special event permit, call MC 311 or 240-777-0311.

Here are five more things to know about permits before planning a special event that is open to the public in Montgomery County.

Events

Takoma Park July 4th Celebration Features New Parade Route

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 10:25PM

The City of Takoma Park will be holding its Independence Day celebration starting with a parade at 10am on Tuesday, July 4th followed by an evening celebration in the form of an evening street party from 6pm to 9pm. Additional information, per the City of Takoma Park below:

Evening Celebration: EVENING STREET PARTY

MCPS

Free Summer Meals For Children 18 and Below Available at Various Locations Across The County

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 10:13PM | Updated July 4, 2023 at 9:26AM

The MCPS Summer Meals Program is designed to bridge the “nutrition gap” when school is out. Children 18 years old or younger can come to any of the open locations to receive a free nutritious meal during breakfast and lunch at no cost. Meals are served Monday through Friday. No appointment is necessary, however, meals must be eaten at the location.

Summer food service meal sites available by clicking here: (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pM-VLHBPW5l43kIAHJsg0RCR42b6xO-DHS56zx7ihpk/edit#gid=540288845)

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Published June 9, 2026 at 10:45AM

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Crime

Collision Leads to Strong Arm Robbery and Assault Monday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 9:40PM

On June 26 at approximately 11:11 am, Takoma Park Police responded to the 7300 block of Piney Branch Road for the report of a strong arm robbery and assault that had just occurred.

According to police, “An unknown suspect struck the victim’s vehicle’s bumper with his vehicle. When the victim got out of her vehicle and attempted to call 911 on her cell phone, the suspect got out of his vehicle, forcefully removed the cell phone from the victim’s hands and fled in his vehicle, striking the victim with his vehicle. The victim was not seriously physically injured.”

Event

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Bethesda

Police: Bethesda Man Charged with Attempted Murder of Parents

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 7:14PM

Per MCPD: A Bethesda man has been arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder and aggravated assault of his parents on Sunday, June 25, 2023. 24-year-old Joseph Michael Bowers of Bethesda is accused of stabbing his parents with a knife in the 6500 block of Greentree Road in Bethesda on Sunday evening.

At approximately 11:50 p.m., MCP 2nd District officers responded to the location for the report of a domestic-related assault. Upon arrival, officers located Bowers’ 62-year-old mother and father outside of their residence, both suffering from multiple stab wounds. Both parents were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries.

Clarksburg

Planning Board Approves Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan Focused on Areas Between I-270 and 355

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 6:36PM

The Montgomery County Planning Board approved the Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan Scope of Work at its June 22 weekly meeting. The Scope of Work lays out the Montgomery County Planning Department’s approach to developing land use recommendations for a section of the Clarksburg area on the east side of Interstate 270 and west of MD 355. The approval of the Scope of Work is the first step in the master planning process and outlines the purpose of the plan, elements to explore, boundary areas, public engagement strategy and the plan timeline. Montgomery Planning staff will begin community engagement and visioning, and study the existing conditions of the area, all leading up to developing recommendations for land use, zoning, urban design, transportation, environmental resilience, housing, historic preservation, and community facilities and infrastructure in the plan area.

Montgomery Planning invites the community to attend an open house on the plan on Wednesday, July 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the community building at the Clarksburg Neighborhood Park (22501 Wims Road at Route 355, Clarksburg, MD 20871). The open house will provide the public an opportunity to interact with the Montgomery Planning team about the plan, give their input, and discuss their neighborhood and community aspirations related to transportation, jobs, housing, land use, parks and open spaces, public amenities, and more. Planning staff will offer many more opportunities for community input throughout the plan process.

Gaithersburg

Sketch Plan Approved For 380 Multifamily Residential Units at Former Nike Missile Site in Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 6:19PM

A Joint Public Hearing on the sketch plan application was held on Monday, March 20, 2023. The Planning Commission record closed at 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2023 and they recommended approval of the sketch plan to the Mayor and City Council at their May 3, 2023 meeting. The Mayor and City Council record closed at 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2023 and they conducted their policy discussion at their June 20, 2023 meeting, during which the Council adopted Resolution R-32-53 and approved the sketch plan.

The Applicant, Muddy Branch Investments, LLC, has submitted Sketch Plan application SK-9497-2023, proposing to construct 380 multifamily residential units in four buildings up to five stories in height, all located on approximately 14 acres. The sketch plan includes surface parking, open space, pedestrian connections, and amenities for the multifamily units. The sole vehicular access to the proposed development will be along a private street coming off Muddy Branch Road. The subject property is located at 770 Muddy Branch Road, and is west of Muddy Branch Road, north of the Lakelands Ridge community and the Muddy Branch Square shopping center, east of the Lakelands Ridge community and Great Seneca Highway, and south of the Timberbrook community, Lakelands Ridge conservation area, and City-owned land.

MCPD

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 5:36PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Odalys Padilla, a missing 16-year-old.

Padilla was last seen on Monday, June 26, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., in the 9900 block of Medical Center Drive in Rockville. Padilla is approximately 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing green hospital scrubs and socks. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Maryland

Governor Moore Addresses Cannabis Regulators Ahead of Saturday’s Legalization; Reinforces Commitment to Promoting Social Equity and Restorative Justice

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 5:03PM

Per the State or Maryland: Governor Wes Moore today addressed the Cannabis Regulators Association’s annual conference in Annapolis, where he reinforced the state’s commitment to promoting social equity and restorative justice in advance of the new adult recreational use cannabis market set to go live on July 1. The conference included 200 state regulators, advocacy organizations, and industry stakeholders.

“In the past, cannabis policy has been used as a cudgel to oppress, jail, and discriminate against our fellow citizens, especially people of color; and the war on drugs didn’t just fail, it made us weaker as a nation,” said Gov. Moore. “But now, we are writing a new chapter in the story of cannabis in America—a chapter focused on equity and economic growth. It’s time we moved away from this false choice that says we must pick an economy that is equitable or an economy that is growing—we can, and we will, do both.”

Gaithersburg

Major Washington Gas Project May Affect Customers in Part of Gaithersburg (Meem’s Addition)

By MCS Staff

Published June 26, 2023 at 4:34PM

Per the City of Gaithersburg: Major Washington Gas projects taking place either within the City, or that will affect City residents. Impact to gas service will be minimal, but some disruption may occur. Washington Gas will provide a community letter to impacted residents. In the event of a gas emergency please contact the Washington Gas Emergency Call line at 844-927-4427. Temporary parking restrictions may be needed and Washington Gas will provide 48 hour advance notice of any such restrictions or changes in work hours. Washington Gas will restore sidewalks, roadways and landscaping back to their original condition.

A project is currently taking place on: Chestnut Street, Meem Ave and Floral Drive

Beyond MoCo

Metro Reminds Users to Stay Off Tracks After Incident Caught on Camera

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 4:32PM

Metro Transit Police sent out a tweet and video on Sunday, June 25 reminding Metro riders that trespassing on tracks is both illegal and dangerous. This stems from an incident that occurred on Friday, June 24 where a rider was seen crossing the tracks at the Eisenhower Avenue Station in Alexandria, VA. According to ABC 7, the man in the video was arrested.

WARNING⚠️No shortcut is worth your life. Trespassing on the tracks can not only get you arrested, but it could be deadly. Wait for the next train. It's not worth the risk. #wmata pic.twitter.com/WU4Glbjfkn