Silver Spring Man Arrested in Home Invasion, Shooting
Montgomery County Police have arrested and charged 27-year-old Saatehu Mesutmen of Silver Spring in connection with last year’s home invasion and shooting of a 58-year-old woman.
Council Appoints New Planning Board Chair, Commissioner
The County Council appointed Artie L. Harris Jr. as Planning Board chair and Josh Linden as commissioner, rounding out the five-person board at its Tuesday meeting.
GSSCC, Police to Launch New Business Safety Alliance Today
The Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce, joined by Montgomery County Chief of Police Marcus Jones and officers from the MCPD 3rd District will launch a new business watch program this morning, according to GSSCC President & CEO Stephanie Helsing.
Suspect Sought in Downtown Silver Spring Homicide; Victim Identified
Detectives from the county’s Major Crimes Division are investigating a homicide that occurred on Sunday evening in the 1300 block of Fenwick Lane in downtown Silver Spring.
Tastee Diner Items Available in Auction Until May 17
Tastee Diner fans have the opportunity to own a piece of the restaurant’s history with an auction closing Wednesday.
Astro Lab Will Close at the End of May, Be Replaced by Third Hill Brewing
Astro Lab Brewing, which opened in 2018 at 8216 Georgia Ave., will close at the end of May, according to co-owner Emma Whelan.
Redevelopment Proposed for Forest Glen Office Building
A Forest Glen medical office building at 9801 Georgia Ave. would be redeveloped into a mixed-use development, according to documents submitted to the county’s Planning Department.
Council Votes to Raise Recordation Tax to Add Funding for Construction, Rental Assistance
The County Council yesterday voted to raise a tax rate in order to provide additional funding for Montgomery County Schools construction and capital projects, as well as increase funding for rental assistance.
The Angry Jerk To Offer Catering, Expand to Downtown Columbia: Reports
Downtown Silver Spring Caribbean restaurant The Angry Jerk will now offer catering services, as well as expand into downtown Columbia, according to reports.