Hampton Inn, Homewood Suites Permanently Closed
The Hampton Inn/Homewood Suites dual-brand hotel at 8728 Colesville Rd. in downtown Silver Spring has permanently closed, according to signage posted at the building.
Quarry House Tavern to Require Proof of Vaccination
Starting November 1, Quarry House Tavern will require its guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or evidence of a negative COVID-19 test taken within the last 48 hours before entering the establishment, the outlet announced yesterday.
Surveillance Video of Suspects Released from October 16th Shooting in Downtown Silver Spring
Detectives from the county’s 3rd District Investigative Section continue to investigate the October 16th shooting that occurred in the early morning hours on the 8300 block of Fenton Street. Detectives have released surveillance video of the three suspects and are asking for the public’s help in identifying them, according to a news release.
Astro Lab, Urban Winery Featured on What’s Happening MoCo Podcast
Silver Spring’s Astro Lab Brewing and Urban Winery, as well as Rockville’s Twin Valley Distillers, are featured on the latest episode of County Cable Montgomery’s “What’s Happening MoCo” podcast.
MCDOT Installing HAWK Beacon
The Traffic Division of the county’s Department of Transportation is installing a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk, also known as a HAWK beacon, at the intersection of Fenton St. and Roeder Rd. in downtown Silver Spring.
Underground Pizza Company to Open in Former Olazzo Space
Underground Pizza Company will open later this year in the space formerly occupied by Olazzo at 8235 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring, according to a report from The MoCo Show.
Most Silver Spring Entertainment Venues Open with COVID-19 Requirements for Patrons
Most of the arts and entertainment venues in downtown Silver Spring are now open to patrons, as long as they follow each venue’s protocol regarding vaccines, masking and other requirements.
Police Investigating Armed Robbery; Surveillance Video of Suspect Released
Detectives from the county’s 3rd District Investigative Section are investigating an armed robbery that occurred October 9 at the intersection of Sligo Ave. and Chicago Ave. in Silver Spring. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspect and are asking for the public’s help in identifying him.
Police Investigating Two More Catalytic Converter Thefts
The Takoma Park Police Department is investigating two more thefts of catalytic converter units from vehicles, according to an emailed community advisory.