Locavino Wins Wine Spectator Award for Third Time
Silver Spring-based Locavino has been recognized with an Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine for the third year in a row, co-owner Justin Wallace announced.
Council Introduces Legislation to Ban Firearms In, Near Public Places
Firearms would not be permitted in or near public places under terms of new legislation introduced during yesterday’s County Council meeting.
Former Weller’s Building Now Offered For Lease
The building at 8237 Fenton St. that formerly housed Weller’s Dry Cleaning is now being marketed for lease, according to a listing on LoopNet.com, a commercial listings site.
Passion for Learning Appoints New Executive Director
Mathew Ratz has been named the new executive director of Silver Spring-based nonprofit, Passion for Learning, the organization announced yesterday.
First-time Homebuyers Invited to Apply for Assistance with Down Payment, Closing Costs
First-time homebuyers can apply for a portion of a $3 million fund intended to provide assistance with down payments or closing costs via two new programs, officials announced.
County Creates Online Portal for Filing Complaints of Police Misconduct
The county has launched a new portal where residents and businesses can file complaints against police officers in Montgomery County, officials announced.
OCP Warns of Predatory Practices Around Home Title Deeds
There has been an increase in the number of reports from homeowners concerned about misleading claims about possibly having their homes taken away, according to the county’s Office of Consumer Protection.
Most Major Crimes Down in Takoma Park During First Quarter 2022
Takoma Park saw a decrease in several Part 1 (major) crimes in the first quarter of 2022 compared to 2021, but two other types increased, according to a quarterly report from the Takoma Park Police Department.
Zinnia Café, Serving Breakfast and Lunch, Will Open July 6
Zinnia Café, a new section of Zinnia, will mark its grand opening on Wednesday, July 6, according to Justin Kaplan-Markley, director of operations & coffee director for the restaurant.