Chief Antonio DeVaul from the Takoma Park Police Department has announced the arrest of Lancer Brown, 63, of Bowie, Maryland, for 1st degree assault after threatening two people with a machete in a Popeyes restaurant.
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Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision with rollover at the intersection of Great Seneca Highway and Cloppers Mill Dr. in Germantown on Friday, November 22. (more…)
The Maryland Seafood Festival Is Bigger Than Ever for Its 60th Anniversary!
The Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Sandy Point State Park September 11–13 for a special three-day celebration of its 60th anniversary! Enjoy fresh Maryland seafood, live music, family entertainment, Chesapeake Bay traditions and unforgettable experiences along the waterfront. Check out some of the exciting additions coming to this year’s festival!
HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11
Newly announced, the festival will open on Friday evening, September 11, with a special tribute honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11. All three bands performing that evening include veterans and active-duty military members.
Be sure to visit Old Fireman’s BBQ Food Truck and meet a firefighter who was on-site at the Pentagon on that fateful day. We are offering special pricing for first responders and military.
MEET THE WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK
Mama Duck, the world’s largest rubber duck, is coming to the Chesapeake Bay! This enormous, family-favorite attraction has appeared around the world, and now she is making her Maryland Seafood Festival debut.
Bring the entire family, experience the joy of Mama Duck, and capture a photo you’ll never forget!
EXPERIENCE SKIPJACK HERITAGE DAYS
Taking place alongside the Maryland Seafood Festival, Skipjack Heritage Days invites families to discover the stories and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on activities, educational exhibits and public sails aboard historic skipjacks.
The weekend culminates with a Sunday skipjack race that guests can watch from the festival grounds at East Beach. Skipjacks are living history and icons of our region—this is a rare opportunity to experience them up close.
MEET GEORGE WASHINGTON
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with America’s first president! Presented by Peraton, George Washington will share stories about his life, his experiences along the Chesapeake Bay, and his role in the founding of our country.
“MR. MARYLAND” JIMMY CHARLES HEADLINES SUNDAY
Maryland’s own Jimmy Charles returns to headline the festival on Sunday! Known as “Mr. Maryland,” the nationally recognized singer and songwriter will take the stage alongside a full weekend of bands, performers and entertainment.
OLD BAY JOINS THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
What would a Maryland seafood celebration be without OLD BAY? Maryland’s most recognizable seasoning is joining us for the festival’s milestone 60th anniversary.
Stay tuned for exciting OLD BAY experiences, promotions, and surprises throughout the weekend!
Three days. Sixty years of tradition. One unforgettable celebration on the Chesapeake Bay.
Looking to be active? Co-located are the Big Ducking Run 10K/5K/Fun Run or the Bay Bridge Paddle!
We’ll see you September 11–13 at Sandy Point State Park!
Montgomery County leaders will host a free Community Resource Fair on Dec. 8 at the Executive Office Building in Rockville, offering residents information on public health, job training, and community services to support inclusivity and address changes at the federal level. (more…)
On August 22, the New Neighbor Interfaith Alliance (NNIA) will host the 2026 Set Them Up for Success Volleyball Tournament and Family Fun Day from 9 am-4 pm at the Interdenominational Church of God in Gaithersburg, gathering volleyball teams, faith community members, and the public to raise funds to help recent refugees in Montgomery County attain independence.
An interfaith non-profit alliance of 37 faith communities and civic groups, NNIA raises funds to help resettled refugees with rental assistance, deferred medical care, English language skills and job placement. They also hope to expand their volunteer numbers to help more beneficiaries with job assistance, reliable transportation, and mentoring.
You’re Invited to the Community Fall Dance! 🍁
Join us for a fun, free evening of music, dancing, and community under the stars!
The City of Gaithersburg has announced it has received a 100 score on the 2024 Municipal Equality Index, which evaluates cities on LGBTQ+ inclusivity in laws, municipal services, and leadership, maintaining its score from 2023.
Montgomery County has announced it will temporarily reopen the Wheaton Streetery on Price Avenue to vehicular traffic starting November 25 for winter maintenance, with plans to relaunch the space in late March as a seasonal community area supporting outdoor dining, sustainability, and local businesses. (more…)
Montgomery County officials and partners broke ground on The Chimes at North Bethesda, a planned $86 million development featuring 163 environmentally sustainable rental units, scheduled for completion in 2026. The project, which includes units for households earning up to 80% of the Area Median Income, is supported by public and private funding and aims to address the demand for affordable housing in the area. (more…)
On Monday, a Gaithersburg woman was found guilty of second-degree murder for fatally stabbing her boyfriend and delaying medical aid for over four hours. (more…)
Bark Social, the dog park/bar/coffee shop combo that opened its first location in Pike & Rose back in February 2021 and has opened five total locations as far as Philadelphia, has announced an immediate closure effective today (Thursday, November 21st). The full message can be seen below:
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire on the 12100 block of Livingston Street in Wheaton, where an elderly woman sustained critical burn injuries and later died. (more…)
MCPS Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor sent out a community message on Thursday, November 21st regarding the “increased rhetoric and rising anxieties in our community due to the national conversation surrounding immigration and deportation efforts promised by the incoming federal administration.” The message, titled “A Safe and Welcoming Community for All,” can be seen in full below: