17-Year-Old Charged in Strong-Arm Carjacking
Takoma Park Police say they have charged a 17-year-old male from the District in connection with a strong-arm carjacking that took place earlier this month.
Family to Hold Vigil for Melanie Diaz, 25-Year-Old Killed in Fire at the Arrive Silver Spring Apartment Complex
A vigil will be held today for 25-year-old Melanie Diaz, who was killed in the three-alarm fire at the Arrive Silver Spring apartment complex Saturday morning along with her two dogs.
Police Investigating Three Airbag Thefts in Takoma Park
Three airbag theft incidents have been reported in recent days, according to community advisory emails from Takoma Park Police.
Agreement: New Police Recruits Could Receive $20,000 Bonus
New recruits to the county’s police department can receive a $20,000 bonus under the terms of an agreement between the county and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #35, officials announced.
Police Warn of PayPal Unathorized Transaction Scam
Police in Takoma Park are warning residents of a scam involving a fake PayPal e-mail or text message claiming unauthorized transactions.
UPDATED: Police: Silver Spring Teen Missing Since Feb. 19
Detectives from the county’s Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old from Silver Spring.
Silver Spring Chamber Board Announces Selection of New President
The board of directors of the Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce announced the selection of a new president to take over from Jane Redicker, who announced her retirement last year after 17 years leading the organization.
MHP Launches Fund for Displaced Arrive Silver Spring Residents
Silver Spring nonprofit Montgomery Housing Partnership has launched a fund for residents displaced by the fire at the Arrive Silver Spring apartment complex.
Mandalay Is One of Tom Sietsema’s “6 Favorite Places to Eat in February”
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema has named Mandalay Restaurant & Café one of his six favorite places to eat in February.