Council Appoints Planning Veteran to Planning Board
The County Council appointed Carol Rubin, who recently retired as a special project manager for the county’s Planning Department, yesterday to the Planning Board.
Detectives Investigate First-Degree Assault in Downtown Silver Spring
Detectives from the county’s 3rd District Investigative Section continue to investigate the October 17th first-degree assault that occurred in the early morning hours in the 8300 block of Fenton St. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspect and are asking for the public’s help in identifying him.
Police Arrest Suspect in Silver Spring Apartment Fraud
Detectives from the county’s 2nd District Patrol Investigations Unit have arrested and charged Shikia Kenya Newell, age 38, for the July 2021 reports of fraud occurring in Silver Spring.
Surveillance Video of Two Additional Suspects Released from October 16th Shooting in Downtown Silver Spring
Detectives from the county’s 3rd District Investigative Section continue to investigate the October 16th shooting that occurred in the early morning hours on the 8300 block of Fenton Street. Detectives have released surveillance video of two additional suspects, and are asking for the public’s help in identifying them.
Zed’s Café Temporarily Closed: “We Are Currently Short-Staffed”
Zed’s Café in downtown Silver Spring is temporarily closed, citing staffing issues, according to signs posted at the storefront.
Go Brent Realty Expanding to Add Commercial Arm
Downtown Silver Spring real estate firm Go Brent is expanding to enter the commercial real estate market, the agency announced yesterday.
Casseroles for a Cause Returns for Fall Season
Local nonprofit Silver Spring Cares has announced that its ninth iteration of the bi-annual Casseroles for a Cause food collection event will take place Nov 1-7, 2021. The annual event brings the community together to stock freezers with delicious meals for partner organizations serving vulnerable neighbors who may be facing food insecurity.
CREATE to Mark 35th Anniversary with Reception, Exhibit Opening
CREATE Arts Center will mark its 35th anniversary with a free reception and exhibit opening on Tuesday, Oct. 26 from 6–8 p.m. in the Tamar Hendel Art Gallery at 914 Silver Spring Ave. The exhibition will feature a diverse group of local artists, with both two- and three-dimensional original works including paintings, sculptures and textiles.
All 3 COVID-19 Booster Vaccines Now Available for Eligible Groups
All three COVID-19 booster vaccines are now approved and available in the county for eligible groups, officials with the Department of Health and Human Services announced.