County’s Indoor Mask Mandate Will Return on Saturday
The county’s rate of transmission of COVID-19 has reached seven consecutive days, triggering the indoor mask mandate that passed in August and was amended earlier this month.
M&T Bank, Office of Human Rights to Offer Business Accelerator Program
M&T Bank has joined with the county’s Office of Human Rights to offer a new business accelerator program to early-stage and minority entrepreneurs. The 10-week program will teach business planning, operations, credit building, digital communication and financial management, among other topics.
Tacos, Tortas & Tequila to Close Nov. 29
Ivan Iricanin, the restaurateur behind Silver Spring’s Tacos, Tortas & Tequila, will close that location on Nov. 29, according to a report in the Washingtonian.
DOT to Hold Hearing on Proposed Shared Use Path on Dale Drive
The county’s Department of Transportation will hold a virtual public hearing on a proposal to create a shared use path and other safety improvements along Dale Drive, officials announced. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. and participants must register online to receive an electronic invitation to participate.
Takoma Park Toy Drive Now Underway
Takoma Park’s first responders teamed up to launch their annual toy drive yesterday, which will run until Dec. 20, according to a community advisory. The Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department and the Takoma Park Police Department are accepting new, unwrapped toys and gift cards.
Council Passes Bill Amending Police Body Camera Procedures
The County Council last week passed a bill to amend the police department’s internal affairs and procedures regarding body-worn cameras by officers.
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Metro: Reduced Service Levels to Continue Through November 30
Metro has announced that it would continue to operate at reduced service levels through at least November 30.
County DOT Looking to Hire Ride On Bus Drivers
The county’s Department of Transportation is looking to immediately hire full-and part-time Ride On bus drivers, officials announced.