Press release from MCPS: To Unleash the Potential of Montgomery County, MCPS needs to Focus on the Fundamentals
Dirty Dough is now open at 36B Maryland Ave in Rockville Town Square. The cookie and dessert shop is located in the space that was the longtime home of Berry Cup, which closed in the summer of 2022. We have a first look video available below
A Gaithersburg man has been arrested and charged with gross negligence manslaughter after driving at 100 mph in a 50-mph zone, striking and killing 28-year-old Juan Guerrero-Moreno, who was operating a riding lawn mower in a pedestrian crossing.
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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…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s (MCDO has released its transportation-related schedule changes for the winter holidays: (more…)
People’s Book is excited to announce that New York Times bestselling author, Lisa See, will be at the Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center (7995 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910) for a lively talk on June 16 at 7PM, with doors open at 6 PM. Tickets are on sale now.
A $10 ticket gains you entry, but a $40 ticket ensures you have a copy of this new historical novel to pick up at the venue. Purchase of Daughters of the Sun and Moon from People’s Book is required to enter the book signing line at the end of the talk.
Born in the shadows of the now famous fallen statues of Richmond, VA, Greg Greenway moved to Boston for its rich Folk Music tradition. He has since become one of its most unique and superlative emissaries. Musically raised on the magically percussive right hand of Richie Havens, and the flowing lyricism of Eric Andersen, these seminal influences became the DNA of his own unique and continuing growth. He has blended them into a multi-instrumental, genre crossing style. Greg has played Carnegie Hall, been heard on NPR’s All Things Considered, Mountain Stage, and Car Talk. He is a founding member of Brother Sun with Joe Jencks and Pat Wictor, and with Reggie Harris he presents Deeper Than The Skin, a musical program examining race relations.
“Greg Greenway is one of those artists who is so rich a talent that it is difficult to categorize him. He traverses, combines and mixes up musical genres, and manages to open a window on global events that bring us together as citizens of the world. Like other great performers before him, Greenway’s message is that we can all play a part and make a difference in the course of both our private and public lives. But few musicians can do just this with such style, passion and sheer musicality.”
Jongro BBQ, located at 11160 Veirs Mill Rd LLH 15 in Wheaton, has rebranded as Inju Korean Barbeque Restaurant. (more…)
Montgomery County Police have arrested 35-year-old Michael MacCrae Shannon following an incident on Monday, December 16, 2024, that left two 6th District officers injured in Montgomery Village.
On Tuesday, Governor Wes Moore praised Congress for its bipartisan support in rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge, addressing a national crisis with unity, and for its commitment to the Maryland Air National Guard, highlighting the collaboration between state and federal leadership. Full statement can be seen below: (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is urging residents to plan ahead and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or cannabis during the holiday season. To address impaired driving, MCPD has launched a “Holiday Task Force,” running sobriety checkpoints and patrols from November 20 through January 11. (more…)
Sheetz has announced it will offer free self-serve coffee at all 750+ locations, including the store at 751 Progress Way in Gaithersburg, from Tuesday, December 24, 2024 through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to a dog attack on Heather Hill Road in Bethesda on Wednesday, December 18, where two dogs attacked and killed a victim dog, injured two women intervening, and one attacking dog was shot by officers after charging at them.
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Located safe and unharmed.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Sophia Baldwin, a missing 14-year-old.