The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing on Wednesday, June 25 at 6:30 p.m. to present details and gather input on the proposed Good Hope Road Shared-Use Path Extension Project in Silver Spring, which includes an 8-foot-wide path extending approximately 900 feet.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced the conviction of David Bernhardt Sr. of Annapolis for a retail theft scheme involving approximately $14,000 across multiple counties, resulting in supervised probation after […]
The sailing lifestyle starts with a single moment. A breeze filling the sails. A quiet morning on the Bay. A weekend exploring new places with nothing but the horizon ahead.
For generations, the Chesapeake Bay has inspired sailors with its protected waters, charming waterfront towns, and endless opportunities to explore. It’s a place where a short afternoon sail can become a lifelong passion, and where every trip on the water offers a new adventure.
Every fall, the Annapolis Sailboat Show brings that lifestyle within reach.
From October 15–18, downtown Annapolis transforms into a celebration of sailing, bringing together beautiful sailboats, passionate sailors, industry experts, and waterfront experiences in America’s sailing capital.
Walk the docks, step aboard sailboats from around the world, discover new designs, connect with the sailing community, and imagine where the wind could take you next. You don’t have to be an experienced sailor to enjoy the show. You just have to be curious.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show offers a rare opportunity to experience the sailing world all in one place. Explore sleek performance sailboats built for adventure. Step aboard comfortable cruising yachts designed for weekend escapes. Discover spacious catamarans that offer a new way to experience life on the water.
Every boat represents a different possibility.
Maybe it’s learning to sail for the first time. Maybe it’s planning weekend adventures on the Chesapeake. Maybe it’s simply discovering a new passion you never knew you had. Walk the docks, talk with sailing experts, and explore the boats, brands, and resources that can help make sailing part of your story.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show is more than an event. It’s a celebration of the people, places, and experiences that make sailing special.
Beyond the docks, visitors can experience the best of fall in Annapolis. Stroll historic brick-lined streets, enjoy waterfront dining, browse local shops, and take in views of sailboats moving through the harbor.
Throughout the show grounds, connect with sailing organizations, charter companies, outfitters, and marine experts who help make the sailing lifestyle more accessible. It’s a weekend filled with discovery, community, and the unmistakable energy of a city built around the water.
For many people, sailing is a dream they’ve always wanted to explore but didn’t know where to begin. The Annapolis Sailboat Show helps turn curiosity into confidence.
Take part in educational opportunities designed for every level of experience, including the First Sail Workshop for beginners, Cruisers University for in-depth sailing education, and free daily seminars led by experienced sailors and industry experts.
Whether you’re stepping aboard for the first time or building the skills to go farther, these programs provide the knowledge and confidence to enjoy more time on the water.
Sailing is about more than the boat.
It’s the quiet morning sail. The sunset over the harbor. The weekend escape with friends. The feeling of discovering somewhere new. The Annapolis Sailboat Show brings together the boats, people, and possibilities that make the sailing lifestyle so rewarding.
Come step aboard, meet the sailing community, and discover where your next adventure begins.
Takoma Park Police announced that Corporal Emanuel Ayala has been named Officer of the Year for 2024 “in recognition of his outstanding service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to both our department and the community we serve.”
Twinbrook Quarter (1500-1616 Rockville Pike) is a 12-story mixed-use office, retail, and residential tower that sits atop a parking podium. The building features 452 apartment units, 30,000 square feet of retail, and a 94,000-square-foot grocery store (Wegmans). In this article we summarize everything that has signed on in the new development.
Jamie McIntyre, former CNN military affairs and senior Pentagon correspondent, as well as former Washington Examiner senior writer for defense and national security, will speak about how the events on 9/11 and the aftermath ushered in a “post-truth” era in America. Jamie has written extensively on this topic and draws from a life-long career in journalism, including his time at the Pentagon on 9/11.
This event is FREE and open to everyone!
We ❤️ Teachers 5K celebrates educators through movement. On race day, runners and walkers across the country will participate in host city races, school celebrations, and virtual events — all in support of teachers and educator wellness. We'll be in beautiful Wheaton Regional Park, Join Us!
Walk it. Run it. Move for the teacher who moved you.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will host an in-person public meeting on Tuesday, June 10 at 6 p.m. at the Silver Spring Civic Building to present and gather feedback on Phase 2 of the US 29 Flash Bus Rapid Transit project, including proposed transit upgrades and bicycle and pedestrian improvements. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department and county officials will host a community conversation about the expansion of MCPD’s Drone as First Responder (DFR) program to Germantown.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has arrested an 18-year-old Burtonsville man following a kidnapping that began in the Fairland area and continued into Prince George’s County.
City of Gaithersburg Staff will provide a brief overview of the Build Gaithersburg 2040 project during two kick-off virtual webinars. The presentation will be identical for both sessions:
Slurp Noodles has signed on to take the space on the corner of Halpine Rd. and Chapman Ave. behind the upcoming Wegmans in the Twinbrook Quarter development.
More than 2,500 cannabis consumers voted in an online poll by The Montgonion, a satirical Montgomery County website that, while known for its humor, wasn’t joking around about this list.
A Powerball ticket sold at a Safeway in Parkville matched five numbers in the June 2 drawing, making it Maryland’s first $1 million Powerball winner of 2025. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: