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Daily News Brief | July 29, 2024
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Montgomery Parks August Events: ‘Hansel and Gretel,’ All-Star Comedy at Cabin John, and Foodie Friday
“Puppet shows starring ‘Hansel and Gretel,’ an all-star comedy show at Cabin John Regional Park, “tasting the land” at a Food Friday event and summer concerts are among the special events and programs that will be sponsored by Montgomery Parks in August. The August schedule of...
DC man sentenced to 18 years for carjacking, shooting driver
A judge has sentenced a D.C. man to 18 years in prison after he was convicted by a jury in March of armed carjacking, assault and related charges. Tayvon Owens, 31, was sentenced for shooting and carjacking a woman on Newton Street NW in December of 2022, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia.
Hero Shares Drama and Tragedy at Bethesda Chabad
Over one hundred gathered at Chabad of Bethesda to hear Menachem Kalmenson, winner of the Israel Prize, recount how he and his brother Elchanan HYD, each a father of five, rushed from the safety of their homes in Otniel to the jaws of death in Kibbutz Be’eri. A beautiful...
Riverdale Police Seek Help in Suspicious Disappearance of Nonverbal Woman Last Seen at Walmart
The Riverdale Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in the case of Maryann Ponder, a 38-year-old woman lacking the ability to communicate verbally, who vanished under what they are calling "suspicious circumstances." Ponder, identified as a Black woman with a height of 5 feet, 1 inch and a weight of approximately 175 pounds has been missing since she was last seen at the Riverdale Walmart, as reported by Atlanta News First.
8-year-old donates Icee sales as thank-you to Fairfax County firefighters
An 8-year-old boy set up an Icee stand in Alexandria, Virginia, to raise money for the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department on Saturday. How he was able to come up with the idea was simple. “Because they saved my arm, we are donating to them,” Everett Eskew said.
Fairfax County Expands Eligibility for Affordable Homeownership Program
Fairfax County has expanded its affordable homeownership program, lowering the income threshold to serve households earning up to 70%-100% of the 2024 Area Median Income, and making homeownership accessible to more residents, including larger families. The amendment, part of the county's Comprehensive Plan, supports the One Fairfax equity policy and...
Motorcyclist crashes into tree, knocking it down in Germantown
GERMANTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — Officials said a motorcyclist struck a tree causing it to fall down and block a road in Germantown Sunday afternoon. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) spokesperson, Pete Piringer, said in a post on X that a motorcyclist appeared to have lost control and crashed into a tree […]
2-vehicle crash caused power outage at Fairfax County intersection
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Fairfax County police said there was a power outage at an intersection due to a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon. The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said the power went out at the intersections of Annandale Drive, Wayne Drive and Annandale Drive and Hummer Road because of a car […]
New operator emerges to take over the Joe Squared pizza restaurant space in Station North
Eight months after Joe Squared closed its pizza restaurant and entertainment venue in Station North, a new restaurateur has emerged to take its place. Baltimore’s liquor board has set a hearing for Aug. 8 to consider an application from a Baltimore businessman who is seeking a Class ‘B’ Beer, Wine and Liquor license for a restaurant at 33 W. North Avenue, where Joe Squared closed at the end of 2023 after operating for many years.
Baltimore’s Birthday Bash shines bright at the Inner Harbor
Charm City celebrated its biggest and best Baltimore Birthday Bash yet on July 26, as Live Baltimore took over the heart of the city to ring in Baltimore’s 295th birthday. The Light Street Pavilion at Harborplace, bathed in vibrant yellow balloons and decor, set the stage for an unforgettable night of fun, music, and community spirit.
Sculptor constructs one-of-a-kind 3D shapes for 40th Artscape in Baltimore
Artscape showcases the cultural heartbeat of Baltimore, and the 40th edition will include 3D art by Stephen Hendee. This will be the first time participating in Artscape for Hendee, who works with various materials to build one-of-a-kind sculptures. He'll showcase geometric shapes -- made of lightweight plastics, black tape and LED lights -- at The Grotto.
Here’s Where You Can Find A Classic Baltimore Chicken Box In Honor Of #NationalChickenWingDay
The chicken box — Baltimore’s hidden gem. One would argue that the chicken box is the city’s best meal and the best-kept secret from tourists and visitors. The feeling of a warm Styrofoam box in your hands, filled with four wings seasoned fries, and a jumbo half-and-half on the side is unmatched, especially when you’ve […] The post Here’s Where You Can Find A Classic Baltimore Chicken Box In Honor Of #NationalChickenWingDay appeared first on 92 Q.
Back to School: Methods to Combat 'Summer Brain Drain'
BALTIMORE, Md. (WBFF) — As July comes to an end, parents, teachers, and students prepare to head back to school. However, parents and teachers alike fear the "summer brain drain," a term commonly used to describe the learning loss that takes place for many students during the summer months.
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