Polka Deli Featured in ‘Made In Montgomery’ Series
Taste of Home Magazine’s “Best Deli in Maryland” winner Polka Deli is featured in the latest episode of the ‘Made In Montgomery’ series from the County Council and County Cable Montgomery.
Takoma Park Mayor Releases Statement on Last Week’s Fatal Shootings
Takoma Park Mayor Kate Stewart has released a statement on the two fatal shootings that occurred in the city last week.
Takoma Park Police File Additional Charges Against Suspect in Last Week’s Killings
The Takoma Park Police Department have filed additional charges against the off-duty Pentagon police officer accused in the killing of two men last week. David Hall Dixon has been charged with first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and use of a firearm in a felony or violent crime for his involvement in assaulting a female on May 6, 2020.
Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine, Cielo Rojo Among Eater’s “20 Highly Recommended Patios for Outdoor Dining Around D.C.”
Eater D.C. has featured Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine in Silver Spring and Cielo Rojo in Takoma Park in its list of 20 Highly Recommended Patios for Outdoor Dining Around D.C.
FEMA to Begin Offering Funds to Assist with Funeral Expenses of COVID-19 Victims
The Federal Emergency Management Administration will begin providing financial assistance next week for the funeral expenses for those whose deaths were COVID-19 related, according to a county press release.
Takoma Park Police Make Arrest in Two Fatal Shootings
Takoma Park police have arrested David Hall Dixon of the 7300 block of New Hampshire Avenue in Takoma Park in connection with the shooting deaths of two men early Wednesday morning, April 7, according to a press release.
Art Collective Working on Installation of Silver Spring’s Newest Art
Members of an art collective are working on the installation of Silver Spring’s newest piece of public art at the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Colesville Road. FoldHaus is an all-volunteer, San Francisco-based art collective led by Joerg Student and Jesse Silver, who are managing the work.
DTSS Signs Two New Tenants; A Current One Will Switch Locations
Downtown Silver Spring has signed two new tenants and a current one will change locations, Laurie Yankowski, regional director, marketing for The Peterson Cos., confirmed. Flip’d by IHOP, a new fast-casual concept from the chain known for its signature pancakes, will take the place once filled by Asian Bistro, next to Panera at 8537 Georgia Ave.
Takoma Park Police Investigating Fatal Shooting Incident
The Takoma Park police are investigating a shooting that occurred this morning (April 7), resulting in two fatalities, according to a department press release. Officers responded at about 5 a.m. to multiple reports of shots fired in the parking lot area of the Takoma Overlook Condominiums at 7333 New Hampshire Ave.
County Council Passes Two Bills Related to Youth Safety
The County Council yesterday unanimously passed two bills intended to increase safety conditions for the county’s young population. One is Bill 4-21, Weapons – Protection of Minors and Public Places – Restrictions Against Ghost Guns and Undetectable Guns, known as the “Ghost Guns Bill.”
County Approves $1 Million Appropriation to Assist Small Businesses
The County Council yesterday approved a $1 million special appropriation to supplement the Small Business Rental Assistance Program for qualifying businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor Announces All Residents 16 and Older Now Eligible for Vaccinations at State Mass Sites
All Maryland residents aged 16 and older are eligible as of today (April 6) for a COVID-19 vaccination at the state’s mass vaccination sites, Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced yesterday. In addition, the governor said that all residents 16 and older will be eligible to receive a vaccine from all providers, such as pharmacies and hospitals, as of Monday, April 12.