Metro to Begin Restoring 7000-Series Trains to Service
Metro yesterday announced that following approval from the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission (WMSC), the agency will begin restoring its 7000-series trains back to service.
Police Investigating Catalytic Converter Thefts
Police say they are investigating two more thefts of catalytic converter units from vehicles in Takoma Park.
Police Investigating Overnight Shooting in Downtown Silver Spring
Montgomery County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred overnight in downtown Silver Spring.
Dog Haus Biergarten Now Open
Dog Haus Biergarten is now fully open in Downtown Silver Spring, after a soft opening solely for takeout and delivery.
Police Arrest Male for Illegal Possession of a Firearm in Downtown Silver Spring
Officers from the county’s 3rd District Crime Suppression Task Force arrested a 33-year-old male from Washington for illegally possessing a handgun and for having an active arrest warrant from Prince George’s County.
Donut Run Among WCP’s “10 Best Restaurants and Bars to Beat the Odds and Open in 2021”
Donut Run in Old Takoma is one of Washington City Paper’s “10 Best Restaurants and Bars to Beat the Odds and Open in 2021,” according to WCP food editor Laura Hayes.
Police, Fire Accepting Toy Drive Donations
Police and firefighters in Takoma Park are teaming up again for their annual toy drive, according to a city announcement.
Dog Haus Biergarten Opening Imminent
Dog Haus Biergarten’s opening in Downtown Silver Spring appears to be imminent. The restaurant, which specializes in gourmet hot dogs, sausages and burgers, will be located at 933 Ellsworth Dr. in the space formerly occupied by Lebanese Taverna, which moved to 8535 Fenton Street in 2019.
GoFundMe: Silver Spring 3rd Most Generous in U.S.
Silver Spring is among the most generous cities in the United States, according to a 2021 Giving Report from the online fundraising platform GoFundMe.