Police Investigating Armed Carjacking in Takoma Park
Police are investigating an armed carjacking that occurred overnight in Takoma Park, according to an emailed community advisory.
New Regional Services Center Director Now on the “Fantastic” Job
Jacob Newman, the new director of the Silver Spring Regional Center, has been on the job a week and likes it already. “I had the good fortune to meet several community members and other stakeholders. I have a daily shipment of emails and readings to catch up on,” he said. “It’s been fantastic.”
United Therapeutics, Former NFL Player Devon Still Partner to Launch “Braving NeuroBLASToma” Initiative
Downtown Silver Spring-based United Therapeutics today announced it has partnered with former NFL player Devon Still and his daughter Leah, a survivor of high-risk neuroblastoma, to launch the educational initiative Braving NeuroBLASToma. The initiative aims to shine a light on neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer affecting immature nerve cells called neuroblasts.
Four Silver Spring Companies Make Inc. 5000 List
Four Silver Spring companies are listed in this year’s Inc. 5000 fastest-growing privately owned companies, according to information compiled from the list by the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation.
Silver Spring, Takoma Park Get New Public Art Murals
Silver Spring and Takoma Park each have a new temporary piece of public art created by local artists commissioned by the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County through its Public Arts Trust program, #ArtHappensHere.
MCASAC Joins Nationwide “Clear the Shelters” Adoption Event
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center joined NBC/Telemundo’s nationwide “Clear the Shelters” adoption event today, reducing adoption fees for all animals by 50% from today (Aug. 23) through Sept. 19. In addition, the fee will be completely waived for any animal that has been at the shelter for more than 30 days.
Police Investigating Armed Carjacking in Silver Spring; Video Released
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police Department’s 3rd District are investigating an armed carjacking that occurred on Wayne Avenue in Silver Spring. MCPD has released surveillance video of the suspects and is seeking the public’s help in identifying them.
Takoma Park Street Festival Returns for 2021
The Takoma Park Street Festival has returned for 2021, according to an announcement from Main Street Takoma. The festival will be held Sunday, October 3rd, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., along Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park.
Kobe Japan Hibachi Express Now Open
Aspen Hill’s Kobe Japan Hibachi & Sushi has opened a second, quick-service location in Takoma Park, according to an Instagram post from the Takoma-Langley Crossroads Development Authority.