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The Best Places To Watch The 2024 4th Of July Fireworks
American cities light up the night sky in bright demonstrations of patriotism on the 4th of July, a tradition that is practically associated with fireworks. This year, the following five locations will provide memorable opportunities to watch fireworks. Whether you live locally or are planning a trip, these are the best spots to witness the most impressive fireworks, including everything from famous landmarks to parks suitable for families.
Illegal dumping in Southeast DC leading to rodent, racoon and odor issues
WASHINGTON — Residents in Southeast D.C. have a big mess on their hands. They reached out to WUSA9 after they say there's been several failed attempts at getting the city to clean up a large pile of trash. Residents from the 1900 block of Curtis Court told WUSA9 the...
DC pools, spray parks and cooling centers open on July 4
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation (DCDPR) said that outdoor pools, spray parks, and 10 cooling sites will be open on the Fourth of July to help residents beat the soaring heat. According to a post on the X platform from D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, all outdoor pools and […]
Grocery Store Trip Lands Maryland Mom $50K Powerball Prize
Late last month, a Cecil County woman turned a trip to Klein's ShopRite on Riverside Parkway in Belcamp into a life-altering event when she picked up some lucky Lottery tickets, officials say. The woman said that she had an extra few dollars after finishing her shopping, so she picked up...
Alexandria man seeks answers after his dog dies while boarding at PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — An Alexandria man is seeking answers after his beloved 3-year-old dog died while boarding at a PetSmart in the Potomac Yard shopping center. Andrew Noles said before going on a trip to New York last Thursday, he dropped off Clark, an Aussiedoodle, at the “Petshotel” inside the PetSmart store. Noles said Clark had stayed at the facility in the past without any problems.
Z-Burger’s 2024 Independence Burger Eating Championship ends in tie
WASHINGTON - Molly Schuyler and Dan Kennedy are co-champions after both eating 34 hamburgers in Z-Burger’s 2024 Independence Burger Eating Championship.- The two ate the same number of burgers in 10 minutes on Wednesday at Z-Burger’s Tenleytown location. Schuyler became last year’s winner when she consumed 37 burgers...
Community garden brings homegrown organic vegetables to DC’s Ward 7
In D.C.’s Ward 7, where many residents struggle with food insecurity, lies a community garden which is bringing locally-grown, organic vegetables to nearby residents. The garden is run by the Nicholson Project, a nonprofit arts organization that gives visiting artists a D.C. residency in which they can stay and create new works.
Hard Times Cafe Reopens This Week
Hard Times Cafe at 1117 Nelson St in Rockville will officially reopen on Friday, July 5th. From July 5th to 7th, the restaurant will be open for dinner service only (4pm-8pm). It will resume normal operating hours (11:30am-8pm) starting July 9th. The restaurant remains closed on Mondays. Hard Times Cafe...
Tokyo Hibachi (Formerly Nori Japan in Lakeforest Mall) Now Open
Tokyo Hibachi is now open at 9615 Lost Knife Rd in the Montgomery Village Crossing shopping center in Gaithersburg. Tokyo Hibachi is owned by the former operators of Nori Japan, one of the last remaining tenants at Lakeforest Mall. The restaurant is located in the space that was previously occupied...
WATCH: Horse gets loose during Takoma Park Independence Day Parade
TAKOMA PARK, Md. (DC News Now) — Takoma Park’s Independence Day Parade had an unlikely guest. “Let’s just acknowledge the elephant in the room — or maybe I should say the horse that ran down the street in the room,” the announcer said in the parade’s live stream on Facebook. Takoma Park Police said in […]
Another story of Pickpockets at a cafe
I had a similar experience to this person. Basically, I was at Kramer Books on Saturday, February 17, sitting at one of the high top tables against the wall in the lounge, across from a friend. I hung my bag on the hook on the wall next to me, and...
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