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Activists target state’s continued reliance on fossil fuels in energy portfolio
For years, a consumer watchdog and environmental advocates have urged the state to rethink policies that prolong the use of natural gas. They pressed the case Thursday with the Public Service Commission.
26 Years Old Reston Woman Killed By Car On Leesburg Pike Was hard Worker With Ambitious Dreams
The family of a 26-year-old Reston woman who was fatally hit by a vehicle on Leesburg Pike earlier this month has been receiving increased support. According to the Fairfax County police, Giomarie Davila-Ocasio was hit by a 2016 Ford Explorer around 3:45 a.m. on Saturday, July 20 in Great Falls, as she walked into the westbound lanes of the roadway.
Mayor Sydnor Invites Laurel Citizens to Peek Behind the Curtain with Fall Citizens University Program
Mayor Keith R. Sydnor is rolling out the red carpet for those looking to peek behind the bureaucratic curtain, launching the 2024 Fall Laurel Citizens University. As announced on the City of Laurel's official website, this program promises a deep dive into the inner workings of city operations, shining a light on everything from budgets and parks to emergency management and the police force.
Hundreds join Stone Ridge celebration of its three Olympic swimmers
The cheers echoing throughout Bethesda’s Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart gym on Thursday were almost overwhelming. The more than 800 Stone Ridge community members joining in on the cheering were part of an afternoon pep rally celebrating three alums competing on the swimming world stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics: Katie Ledecky, Phoebe Bacon and Erin Gemmell.
Carjacker Who Killed Man Fighting For His Lexus Arrested In Virginia (UPDATED)
Manassas resident Keith Anthony McBride has been identified as the person wanted in connection to a fatal hit-and-run that left a Lexus owner dead.Officers were called to the Oasis at Montclair Apartment Complex on Stedham Circle in Dumfries shortly before 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, to investigat…
MJ THE MUSICAL Comes to The Hippodrome; Tickets Now Available
Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain and the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of the historic Hippodrome Theatre, have announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, are now on sale. MJ makes its Baltimore premiere at the Hippodrome November 12-17. Ticket prices start at $79 and can be purchased at BaltimoreHippodrome.com, Ticketmaster.com or the Hippodrome Box Office (12 N Eutaw Street) Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and show days 11 a.m. to showtime. Groups of 10 or more should contact BaltimoreGroups@BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com or call 888-451-5986.
Judge denies bond for suspect accused of deadly triple shooting in north Baltimore
The suspect in a deadly triple shooting in north Baltimore will remain behind bars. A judge denied bond Friday for 37-year-old Dominic Pressley. He faces 18 charges including first- and second-degree murder, attempted murder, assault and firearms charges. Pressley is accused of a shooting that killed a 30-year-old man and...
Police investigating 2 fatal vehicle accidents in Baltimore
Police are investigating two fatal vehicle accidents that occurred in Baltimore Friday evening. The first crash happened in Fells Point just before 5:30 p.m. that resulted in the death of a 44-year-old man. Officers said they were advised that the bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, was struck by a vehicle at...
Beloved Virginia gay couple dies in plane crash heading home from New York
A profound sense of loss has gripped a community inVirginia after the tragic death of a gay couple on their way home from New York’s Long Island to King George, southeast of Washington, D.C., earlier this week. Christopher Kucera, 46, and Zachary Hatcher, 43, died in a plane crash,...
Hagerstown Under Siege? A Critical Look at Senator Corderman’s Claims
As someone born and raised in Hagerstown, Maryland, I have a deep and personal connection to the City. Like many Hagerstownians, I was born at the “old” Washington County Hospital on East Antietam Street and delivered by Dr. George Manger, like most ’80s babies born in Washington County.
Pedestrian killed in Silver Spring collision
A man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle Saturday night in Silver Spring, according to authorities. Montgomery County police and fire and rescue crews responded around 9 p.m. to a report of a man struck by a vehicle while crossing University Boulevard at the intersection with Langley Drive, police said Saturday night in a statement.
MCFRS Respond to House Fire Saturday Morning
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire in the 2900 block of Beaverwood Lane, near Bel Pre Road in Silver Spring at approximately 8:53 a.m. on Saturday. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters arrived to the two-story single-family house to find smoke...
Germantown Man Pleads Guilty to Theft and Fraud
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced earlier this week that Ansoumane Camara, 35, of Germantown, Maryland, pleaded guilty in Montgomery County Circuit Court to one count of theft of $100,000 or more and one count of fraud in connection with the offer and sale of investment advice. According to...
Eggspectation Now Aiming For Fall Opening
Back in January we let you know that Eggspectation, a restaurant that serves “elevated American cuisine with a lengthy all-day breakfast menu alongside hearty lunch and dinner fare”, is returning to Montgomery County with its upcoming Burtonsville location. In the latest update from the restaurant, we know now the goal is a fall 2024 opening.
DMV’s First Torchy’s Tacos Adds Exterior Signage As it Moves Closer Towards Opening
Torchy’s Tacos has installed permanent signage at its first DMV restaurant, which will be located at 12266 Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza. Last September we let you know that Texas-based Torchy’s Tacos is coming to 12266 Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza, taking over part of the space that was recently home to Chuy’s and previously home to Ruby Tuesday. The restaurant had its hearing for its alcohol license back on Thursday, February 1st at 11:30am, so that hurdle has been cleared.
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