County detectives from the Major Crimes Division are investigating several robberies of Silver Spring & Takoma Park business owners, two of which police believe are related. Investigators believe that in all of the incidents, the suspects followed the victims from their businesses to their homes to rob them of business proceeds.
The Baltimore Sun and its affiliates are set to be acquired by a nonprofit formed by Takoma Park businessman and philanthropist Stewart Bainum, Jr., according to a report from the newspaper.
Several businesses in the Main Street Takoma district are offering special dinners, treats, and gift packs for Valentine’s Day, according to Laura Barclay of the Old Takoma Business Association.
The Takoma Park Police Department recorded 20 formal complaints against either the department or its employees in 2020, according to a press release. That number represents a 45% increase from nine complaints in 2019.
Takoma Park Police and the Federal Communications Commission are warning residents of scammers preying on consumers during the pandemic trying to capitalize on the COVID-19 vaccines, according to an emailed community advisory.
Medium Rare Restaurant owner Mark Bucher is bringing his Feed The Fridge program to Takoma Park on Monday, February 8, according to an announcement from The City of Takoma Park.
“Mosby is an 8-year-old bassador (basset hound and lab mix) who loves cuddles, zucchini (weird, right!), and naps. He’s always a little bit anxious because he was mistreated in previous homes – he’s a rescue – but still loves meeting new people. He’s always happy to learn new tricks unless he’s trying to sleep. He has a really big bark and absolutely despises the mailman. He’s just an angel!”
The City of Takoma Park has launched a survey asking residents for their thoughts on city issues and the attributes they think a city manager needs. Current City Manager Suzanne Ludlow has announced her retirement, planned for later this year, and the city is in the early stage of the search process for a new manager.
Investigators from the Takoma Park Police Department are asking for the public’s help with identifying suspects in a January 30 armed robbery.