Police Investigating More Catalytic Converter Thefts
Takoma Park police are investigating two more thefts of catalytic converter units from Toyota Prius vehicles, according to an emailed community advisory.
Design Excellence Awards Return for 2021
The Montgomery County Planning Department’s Design Excellence Awards have returned for 2021, according to an announcement on the department’s website. “The Montgomery County Planning Department is seeking to recognize exceptional architecture, landscape architecture and urbanism that makes a difference in people’s lives and represents the county’s highest quality of design to the region, state and nation. This year, Montgomery Planning will hold its fifth Design Excellence Awards competition to honor this work.”
Veterans Plaza to Host One Ethiopian Festival this Sunday
Veterans Plaza in downtown Silver Spring will host the One Ethiopian Festival this Sunday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The festival will feature live performances from over 10 artists, a Made in Ethiopia trade fair, fashion and food vendors, comedy, and more.
Detectives Release Photos, Ask for Help Identifying Carjacking Suspect
Detectives from the Major Crimes Division have released surveillance photos of one of the two suspects in an attempted Silver Spring carjacking and are asking for the public’s help to identify him. The incident occurred at about 8:35 a.m. on Friday, June 18 at the parking garage at 8700 Cameron Street.
Six New Businesses Open in Takoma Business Corridor
Six new businesses have recently opened in the Takoma Park business corridor, according to an announcement from Main Street Takoma. The businesses include restaurants, personal and business services.
National Museum of Health and Medicine in Silver Spring Reopens Today
The National Museum of Health and Medicine in Silver Spring has reopened following a pandemic-related closure, officials announced today (July 7). Its collections include historical and anatomical items, along with historical archives, among other items.
Takoma Park Parking Permits Renewals Due Now
Renewals for renewed parking permits in Takoma Park began June 1, according to a reminder community advisory from the city’s police department. Any vehicle’s windshield sticker with an expiration date of June 2021 or older must apply for renewal.
Asparagus ‘n’ Shrimp with Angel Hair Featured in Taste of Home Magazine
Asparagus ‘n’ Shrimp with Angel Hair, a recipe submitted by Shari Neff of Takoma Park, has been featured in Taste of Home Magazine.
Locavino Honored for Second Time by Wine Spectator Magazine
Silver Spring wine café Locavino has earned an Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine for the second year in a row. Locavino was cited for inexpensive selections that complement its American cuisine from Chef Miguel Argueta, with particular strength in wines from Italy, Spain and Maryland.