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Groups demonstrate in downtown Baltimore against investing in gas infrastructure
A coalition of groups demonstrated Thursday in downtown Baltimore over gas. The coalition, including members of CASA, the Climate Action Network and the Maryland PIRG Foundation, called on Maryland's utilities to stop investing in gas infrastructure. A report from the Office of the People's Counsel found gas utility spending increased...
Open Date Set for Amazon Fresh on Shady Grove Road
Amazon Fresh at 15790 Shady Grove Rd. in Gaithersburg will open on Thursday, August 8, according to an Amazon spokesperson. “This will be the eighth Amazon Fresh store in the DMV region. The Gaithersburg store will feature the same wide selection, great prices, and convenient shopping experience that customers have come to appreciate from Amazon Fresh,” the company said in an email.
MCFRS Respond to Apartment Fire Thursday Evening
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the Triangle Towers apartment complex at 4853 Cordell Ave. in Bethesda for a report of smoke on the sixth floor. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire was contained to a storage room and “likely involved lithium-type batteries.”...
Officials in the Kalamazoo area call on Whitmer to challenge FEMA’s refusal of aid for the storms on May 7
Financial aid for businesses and families attempting to rebuild in Kalamazoo, Cass, Branch, and St. Joseph counties would have been made available through the declaration. In a written statement, State Senator Sean McCann of Kalamazoo expressed his dissatisfaction with the ruling. McCann expressed disappointment over the decision that affects real...
DC man found guilty of driving while high on cocaine with girlfriend on car hood
WASHINGTON (7News) — A DC woman tried to stop her boyfriend from driving while intoxicated, but ended up on the hood of the car for several DC blocks in early June, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Wednesday, a federal jury in DC found the boyfriend, 51-year-old Paul Camby,...
Former art gallery being considered for apartments, co-work space and restaurant
Multi-use buildout could take two years; developer may close in September. LURAY, July 25 — A Washington, D.C.-based developer executed a contract on June 10 for the right to purchase the three-story, brick structure at 15 Campbell Ave., formally the site of a local art gallery for more than two decades. A 90-day “study period” will be ending shortly after Labor Day. If plans proceed, the building’s nearly 34,000 square feet will be renovated and converted to apartments, co-work space, a restaurant, gym and music venue, according to plans presented to the Luray Council during its work session on Monday.
Two Injured After Crashing Through Guardrail, Hanging Off Wall In Germantown
Shortly before 8 a.m., first responders in Montgomery County were called to the 19800 block of Century Boulevard near Commons Drive in Germantown, when a vehicle hopped a curb, went through a guardrail and was "suspended off (an) elevated area wall," according to officials. The car wound up dangling over...
Jamaican Independence and Emancipation Anniversaries in the Spotlight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, DC – This coming Sunday, July 28, will be a red-letter day for Jamaicans in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland, who are gearing up for a momentous celebration of the island’s Independence. Also on the cards for the special service of thanksgiving – a celebration of the...
16-year-old arrested in connection to triple Southeast shooting that left 3 injured
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced that a 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection to a triple shooting that happened in Southeast on Tuesday. On July 23, just after 2:30 p.m., officers were called to the 2900 block of Nelson Place to investigate a shooting. There, police located three […]
2024 Paris Olympics athlete profile: Helen Maroulis | Wrestling
Helen Maroulis is no stranger to making history. She seeks to become the first American women’s wrestler to win three Olympic medals after having won gold in 2016 and bronze in Tokyo. Maroulis started wrestling at age 7 and became the only Maryland public school wrestler to become an...
Charles County to build massive recreation complex at mall
A state-of-the-art recreational facility is planned in an abandoned store at the mall in Waldorf that was purchased this week by Charles County government. On July 24, the Charles County commissioners were joined by the county’s recreation, parks and tourism as well as economic development department staff and others to celebrate the county’s purchase of the former Sears building at the St. Charles Towne Center. “This is a big deal,”...
Lusby Community Gathers For Vigil Of Local Teen And Suicide Prevention
LUSBY, Md. – Families came out to remember Jaden Simpson, a 15 year old, who took his life on July 7, 2024. On Thursday, July 18 at 6:00 p.m. at the Basketball Court & Garden inside the Chesapeake Ranch Club, a suicide prevention and vigil was held. While it was a somber event, the theme was “let your light shine.”
How to Appeal FEMA’s Decision
If you applied for FEMA assistance, you will receive a letter in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter carefully because it will include the amount of any assistance FEMA may provide and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds.
Nanjemoy couple honored by Audubon Society
Wild rabbits and deer are grazing, cicadas are humming, fish are splashing and blue herons are flying above. Nature being unbothered by people is an uncommon sight in today’s reality, but it is not a concept completely lost, especially not in Nanjemoy. The Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center, a staple field trip location for fifth grade students in Charles public schools, has sat on 10 acres of wetlands, forests and meadows since 1989. This land is provided to students by Rick Posey and Mary Mosher. ...
Silver Spring named best place for families to live
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Silver Spring takes the top seat this year as the best place for families to live in the U.S., according to the latest rankings from Fortune Magazine. Silver Spring, just outside of Washington, D.C., ranked No. 3 last year. Fortune noted Silver Springs’s local charm and convenience of […]
Ralph Friedgen ‘Humbled’ By Maryland State Athletic Hall Of Fame Honor
Former Maryland football coach Ralph Friedgen will be awarded the Coaches Legacy Award at the 63rd Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame induction banquet at Martin’s West in Baltimore on Nov. 21. Friedgen will be the third recipient of the award that was created in 2022. Gary Williams and...
Hogan calls on Alsobrooks to halt ‘support for cutting off aid to Israel’
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan addressed a letter to his Senate opponent, Angela Alsobrooks, on Wednesday, calling for her to reverse “support for cutting off aid to Israel,” among other things. The letter comes as Hogan attended former Sen. Joe Lieberman’s memorial service, where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke before addressing a joint session […]
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