Updated to include press release from Quincy’s
Quincy’s Uptown, a restaurant and bar located at 9813 Main St. in Damascus, will close permanently on Sunday, March 15. The restaurant first opened in late 2018 and has operated in Damascus for approximately 7.5 years.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando plans to introduce a motion at the March 17 County Council session to place the Unmask ICE Act (Bill 5-26) on the agenda for a worksession and vote at the following meeting on March 24. (more…)
Arby’s has signed on to take over the soon-to-close McDonald’s location in Derwood, making its return to Montgomery County in the longtime drive-thru site at 7200 Muncaster Mill Road in the Red Mill Shops shopping center.
A Montgomery Village man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last year.
Laurel Leaf, Takoma Park’s houseplant, used book, and vintage decor and furniture shop was just named “best place for fun gifts” in Washingtonian Magazine’s 2026 Best of Washington edition! We also just won “best place to buy plants” in City Paper’s Best of DC, for the second year in a row.
We’re so grateful for the recognition! To celebrate, we’re offering 15% off any one item in the shop for the rest of the month to anyone who gives us the code BESTOF2026 (furniture excluded). Come see our lush, cozy, and stylish space and we hope you will agree with our accolades.
Dear Educators,
You are invited to join us for our one and only discount event of the year! 20% off everything in our store, to include used books, from 4:00-7:00 Monday, August 17th. The Brady Readery will close to the public early and open exclusively for you. Plus, free wine and food for as long as it lasts. 🙂
Montgomery County police have arrested a Germantown man on drug and handgun-related charges following a traffic stop earlier this week.
Chicago-based Giordano’s, known for its legendary stuffed deep-dish pizza, remains on track to open its first DMV location in downtown Washington DC, with a debut still expected this spring.
Pho Nom Nom will be opening its third location, with a new restaurant planned for 11225 New Hampshire Ave. in the White Oak Shopping Center.
On Thursday, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, and Maryland House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk announced the proposed Utility RELIEF Act, a legislative package aimed at lowering energy bills for Maryland residents while strengthening oversight of utility companies and expanding energy generation.
Jimmie Cone will open for its 64th season on Tuesday, March 17, continuing a tradition that has drawn generations of customers to the Damascus ice cream stand at 26420 Ridge Road.
Montgomery County is considering new standards for data center development as officials weigh how to balance economic growth with potential impacts on energy demand, land use, and local communities.
The City of Rockville Department of Public Works will begin its annual spring pothole inspection and repair program in early April following a winter marked by repeated freeze-thaw cycles that can weaken pavement.