Maryland Approves Permanent Bus Lanes on Georgia Avenue After Pilot Success
Bus-only lanes are now permanent near four Metro Red Line stations, according to the Maryland State Highway Administration.
Two Men Arrested for Cooking Oil Theft in Downtown Silver Spring
Montgomery County Police say two men were arrested Tuesday for stealing cooking oil from downtown Silver Spring restaurants.
Four Bands Unite for Mental Health Fundraiser in Downtown Silver Spring
Four bands will perform at McGinty’s Public House on Sunday evening to raise funds for the new nonprofit branch of Transition House, a local mental health rehabilitation and housing agency.
Downtown Silver Spring Gets Ready for Roaming Rooster as Signage Goes Up
Roaming Rooster has installed exterior signage as the local fried chicken chain prepares to open its new location in Downtown Silver Spring.
Office of Consumer Protection Warns Against USPS Package Scams
The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection is warning residents about an increase in package delivery scams involving fake text messages that appear to be from the United States Postal Service.
Effoi Restaurant’s Temporary Closure in Downtown Silver Spring Appears Final
The temporary closure of Effoi Restaurant in downtown Silver Spring may have become permanent.
Laurel Leaf to Bring Plants, Books, and Vintage Decor to Takoma Park
The owners of HouseMouse Books & Vintage, indigro plant design and Cheeky’s Vintage are teaming up to open a new woman-owned retail space in Takoma Park.
Ride On Bus Service Sees 20% Growth in Ridership, Ranks Second Nationwide
The Ride On bus system saw a 20% ridership jump, the second-highest among similar U.S. transit systems, according to the Montgomery County Department of Transportation.
Free Montgomery County RecFit Passes Extended Through 2025
County Executive Marc Elrich announced this week that the Montgomery County Recreation RecFit fitness passes will remain free for residents in 2025.
El Sapo Cuban Social Club in Downtown Silver Spring Closing Permanently This Weekend
El Sapo Cuban Social Club in downtown Silver Spring will permanently close on Sunday.
MHP Toy Drives Deliver Holiday Cheer to Over 1,000 Local Kids
Silver Spring housing nonprofit MHP has announced that this year’s holiday toy drives will provide gifts to over 1,000 local kids and teens.
“Sleigh the Season” Brings Festive Fun to Downtown Silver Spring
Downtown Silver Spring will host “Sleigh the Season” holiday shopping events on the next two Saturdays.