Fairfax Man Sentenced to 7 Years for Downtown Silver Spring Stabbing
45-year-old Jovan Ali of Fairfax, Va., was sentenced to seven years in prison last week for stabbing and injuring a man in downtown Silver Spring in April.
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Local Olympians Headline Montgomery County’s Thanksgiving Parade Celebrations
The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade will bring holiday cheer to downtown Silver Spring on Saturday, featuring marching bands, community floats, and local Olympians Thea LaFond and Aaron Ghebre Owusu.
Police Drone Footage Key in Downtown Silver Spring Stabbing Conviction
A first-degree assault conviction this week marks the first using footage from the Montgomery County Police Department’s Raven 1 drone after a stabbing in downtown Silver Spring last April.
Montgomery Hills Street Fest 2024 Unites Community for Georgia Avenue Safety
The Montgomery Hills Street Fest returns this weekend to celebrate local businesses and community spirit while pushing for a safer Georgia Avenue.
Silver Spring Groups Receive Purple Line Beyond the Rails Grants
Purple Line Transit Partners has announced new Beyond the Rails community grants to six area organizations, three based in Silver Spring.
Johnny Ray’s Sultry Soul Food: Sterling Shuts, Silver Spring Stays Open
Johnny Ray’s Sultry Soul Food has closed its Sterling, Va. restaurant near Dulles Airport on Executive Drive and consolidated operations to its downtown Silver Spring location.
The Daily Dish Unveils New Weekly Specials to Celebrate Silver Spring
The Daily Dish has introduced two new weekly specials to celebrate Silver Spring’s top ranking on this year’s Fortune Magazine list of Best Places to Live for Families.
Fortune Magazine Names Silver Spring Best Place to Live for Families in 2024
Fortune Magazine has ranked Silver Spring #1 in this year’s Best Places to Live for Families list, with factors like healthcare, education, affordability, and resources for seniors topping the charts.
Pedal Power: MCDOT Sponsors Pit Stops for Annual Bike to Work Day
The county’s Department of Transportation will host eight pit stops in Montgomery County for “National Bike to Work Day” on May 17th.