Downtown Frederick Partnership has announced that The Banyan is set to become the ultimate destination for food, music, and unforgettable experiences, all under one roof. Located at 216 E Patrick St., this expansive 17,000+ sq. ft. venue promises to be a vibrant addition to the community.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a hybrid public meeting on March 6 at 7 p.m. to discuss the proposed Washington Grove Connector Trail – Crabbs Branch Extension, which will create an 850-foot shared-use path connecting Washington Grove to transit hubs like the Shady Grove Metro station. (more…)
According to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, Neel Patel, 24, of Carol Stream, Illinois, pleaded guilty in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County before Judge Sharon Burrell to one count of theft over $100,000 and one count of conspiracy to commit theft over $100,000. (more…)
Nationally recognized as the third-largest biopharma hub in the country, and home to thriving industry clusters including technology, defense, and satellite and advanced communications, Montgomery County continues to attract global brands, generate high-quality and high-paying jobs, and drive economic growth.
Recent investments from global industry leaders highlight this continued momentum.
This past March, Samsung Biologics had its official ribbon cutting in Rockville. The Korean contract development and manufacturing leader expanded into the U.S. market through its acquisition of the former Human Genome Sciences facility in Rockville. The acquisition will retain more than 500 jobs and marks Samsung Biologics’ first U.S.-based manufacturing site, further cementing Montgomery County’s position as a premier destination for life sciences companies of all sizes. “During our international trade mission last year, we met with the Samsung Biologics team in Seoul to discuss the economic momentum in Maryland. Today’s ribbon cutting is the realization of that meeting and our state’s momentum,” said Maryland Governor Wes Moore. “South Korea’s largest biotech company is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility here in Maryland. In the state of Maryland, we are delivering for our people and not playing for second.”
Last October, biopharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, headquartered in Gaithersburg since 2013, announced that it will build another state-of-the art facility, also in Gaithersburg. This new facility, which follows the opening of the company’s $300 million cell therapy manufacturing facility opened in Rockville last spring, will create 100 new jobs and continue to expand the company’s R&D footprint in the County. (more…)
On Thursday, Governor Wes Moore testified before the Maryland House Appropriations and Ways and Means Committees in support of the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act of 2025, which aims to reform the tax code, balance the budget, and invest in key industries. (more…)
Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.
Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house at a two-story single-family home on Wasche Rd near W Hunter Rd in Dickerson/Poolesville.
According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters from multiple MCFRS units responded to the non-hydrant area. The occupants evacuated, but one adult suffered burns and was transported as a Priority 2 patient. The fire was extinguished, and one family was displaced. A tanker fill site was set up on Martinsburg Rd.
Metro has announce the release of the revised FY26 proposed budget. Metro says the revised budget reflects ”a positive trend in ridership and revenue that underscores the authority’s service reliability and recovery.”
Last year, the Parkland Middle School Boys Basketball Team finished their season with the best record in school history; this year, it was the girls’ turn to shine.
In response to a post from Elon Musk on X, Congressman Jamie Raskin (MD-08) released the following statement:
Wine Enthusiast has ranked MoCo Lite– the collaboration between The MoCoShow and Lone Oak Brewing Company– brewed right here in Olney, Maryland, as the best light beer in the country. The rating, initially awarded in 2023, still holds today.
Montgomery County residents and businesses in hard-to-reach areas can now apply for the Maryland Home Stretch – Difficult to Serve Properties Program, which helps cover high-speed internet installation costs. (more…)
The Maryland Department of Health has expanded Medicaid coverage for school-based mental health services, allowing all Medicaid-enrolled students to access behavioral health support regardless of an IEP or IFSP. (more…)