Charley Prime Foods at 9811 Washington Blvd in Gaithersburg’s Rio is set to rebrand as Charley: A Chesapeake Chophouse & Bar, with the change taking effect on October 13, 2025.
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Every October, as Halloween approaches and horror fans revisit their favorite scary movies, The Blair Witch Project inevitably makes its way back into the spotlight. The 1999 indie phenomenon not only redefined the horror genre but also has deep ties to Montgomery County, where much of it was filmed.
As technology advances faster than ever, cybersecurity and defense companies are competing for more than talent—they are seeking exceptional innovators with the expertise to create the next generation of products, services, and breakthrough technologies.
That combination of diverse and specialized talent, and proximity to customers is what positions Montgomery County, Maryland, as a strategic destination and a growing hub for defense, satellite communications, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing companies.
Thales Defense & Security, Inc.’s (TDSI) expansion is the latest example.
For more than six decades, TDSI, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Thales U.S.A, has supported critical national security missions, delivering advanced communications, intelligence, surveillance, and defense technologies to military and government customers around the world.
Last week, the company celebrated a significant expansion of its manufacturing operations in Clarksburg, Maryland.
Over the past year, TDSI also doubled its manufacturing floor footprint through a $4 million investment, expanding production capacity to support the company’s continued growth.
Today, TDSI employs approximately 675 people in Montgomery County, including roughly 250 manufacturing employees.
As demand for its technologies continues to grow, the company continues to expand and has added more than 225 positions locally over the past three years.
A leading U.S. supplier of tactical radio and SATCOM communications, including EW/SIGINT kits, tactical power, Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (HMCS), mounted/dismounted EO/IR sensors, missile fusing, cyber protection technology and Anti-Submarine Warfare sonars, TDSI supports customers across the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and global security partners. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing on Tuesday, October 28 to gather input on a proposal to repurpose parking spaces in four Silver Spring garages for a solar energy project in partnership with a private developer.
The Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) has opened applications for Session 81 police officer candidates, announcing a change to minimum qualifications that removes the requirement for 60 college credits at the time of application.
Join Us for StoryBox Comics Fair, a two-day festival celebrating local and independent comics authors!
Day 1 – Saturday, June 27th, 11-5pm @ DwightMess compound (805 Silver Spring Ave): Events are open to the public, admission is FREE. Featuring Special Guest Artists, gallery exhibitions, workshops, artist talks, a modeling session (suggested donation) and exhibitors, you can dig in to indie comics and also tour the compound, which features an extensive comics collection, a rare video collection, Risograph and screenprinting studios.
U.S Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) released the following statement on Wednesday, October 1: (more…)
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is announcing multiple new laws signed by Governor Wes Moore earlier this year, including MVA departmental bills that they say improve road safety and driver accountability, that went into effect Wednesday, October 1. They can be seen below: (more…)
Governor Wes Moore addressed Marylanders following the federal government shutdown, attributing the closure to President Trump and Congressional Republicans’ failure to reach an agreement.
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This weekend in Montgomery County is shaping up to be one of the busiest of the fall, with festivals, parades, live music, food, and community celebrations taking place across the area. From family-friendly activities and cultural performances to beer gardens, bar crawls, and long-standing neighborhood traditions, there will be no shortage of ways for residents to enjoy the season and come together with their communities.
The popular Takoma Park Street Festival returns for its 44th year of music, vendors, food and fun in Takoma Park. This year’s festival takes place on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 10:00am-5:00pm on Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park, MD to Carroll Street, NW in Takoma, DC.
WMATA has shared that on Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday Oct. 5, free shuttle buses will replace trains between Eastern Market and Minnesota Av/Benning Road on the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines.
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Below is a list of retail and restaurant updates at Westfield Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd) in Bethesda: