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Charles resident to appear in new Apple TV show
Dwayne Alistair Thomas, a Swan Point resident, is set to appear on the international stage with a recurring role in the upcoming Apple TV+ series “Bad Monkey,” which premiered this week. He will appear in four episodes of the show. This marks a significant milestone in his acting career and brings a bit of Southern Maryland to the massive streaming platform. “This has been a big leap forward in regards...
Free supplies, haircuts, mark new Cambridge back-to-school traditions
According to the African proverb that it takes a village to raise a child, when it comes to helping youngsters prepare for the new school year, Cambridge and Dorchester County are doing their part. Individuals and organizations are increasingly stepping up to ensure youngsters begin the school year with new supplies and freshly groomed hair, without needing to worry about a struggling budget.
Concern for Missing 16-Year-Old
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Nevaeh Washington, a missing 16-year-old. Washington was last seen on the evening of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at her residence on Castle Boulevard in Fairland. She is...
Whooping Cough on the Rise in Fairfax
The illness spreads when someone coughs or sneezes and can spread for at least two weeks after the coughing starts. Whooping cough, known as pertussis, is on the rise, according to the Fairfax Health District. Word of the increase in Fairfax, statewide, and nationwide comes as kids head back to school, and the district is encouraging people to get vaccinated.
Raku Reopens After 23 Week Remodeling Closure
Raku, a popular sushi spot located at , has reopened after an approximate 23 week closure for a remodeling project. The restaurant recently shared the following message on its website site prior to opening:. “It’s been 23 weeks since we last saw you. It’s taken 3 times longer than our...
Police Respond to Call For Theft at Mall, Recover Stolen Firearm and Make Arrest
Captain David Smith, Commander of the Montgomery County Police Department’s (MCPD) fourth district, shared information on Friday regarding an arrest made at Wheaton Mall. According to Smith, the MCPD Central Business District (CBD) team responded to Macy’s at Wheaton Mall to assist the store’s loss prevention department with a theft.
Body found on Washington and Old Dominion Trail in Sterling
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — A body was discovered on the Washington and Old Dominion Trail in Sterling prompting a heavy police presence on Friday morning. Details remain limited; however, in a post on X just before 8 a.m., deputies with the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office were on the trail between Dominion and […]
JD Sports opens at Montgomery Mall in Bethesda
Is now open at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. The sporting goods chain has flipped a number of Finish Line stores, which it also owned, to the JD Sports brand. What is the "worldwide connection" touted on the posters in the store's windows? JD Sports carries exclusive items from brands around the world that aren't available at other American retailers. Look for JD Sports on Level 1 of the mall, near The Cheesecake Factory.
Saturday’s Motocross 2024 Round 10 at Budds Creek: How to watch, start times, schedule, TV info
Chase Sexton cannot clinch the title this week at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, Maryland in Round 10 of the Pro Motocross series, but another pair of strong runs will take most of the pressure off next week’s finale in Indiana. Sexton will face some added pressure from...
Michigan Resident Wins Final $5 Million Prize from Maryland Lottery Scratch Off
SAVAGE, MD—A Michigan man claimed the final $5 million top prize of the Maryland Lottery’s 50th anniversary scratch-off game, 50 Years!, marking the conclusion of the anniversary celebrations. The event…
Cambridge Time Machine: Taking a Room at Doshiell’s Place
204 Mill Street was once the location of the Doshiell Tourist Home, a brick house with 10 bedrooms owned and operated by Wilbur Doshiell and his spouse. The Spy Newspapers may periodically employ the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the clarity and accuracy of our content. We encourage...
Berkadia Arranges $47.4M Financing for Modena Reserve at Kensington in Maryland
KENSINGTON, Md. — Berkadia has arranged a $47.4 million loan for Modena Reserve at Kensington, a 135-unit seniors housing community in Kensington, a suburb north of Washington, D.C. The borrowers are Solera Senior Living, McCaffery and an institutional investor. A debt fund provided the capital. Steve Muth and Austin...
Hagerstown Speedway Hosts “Saturday Night Dirt” on August 17, 2024
The Hagerstown Speedway will come alive this Saturday with the “Saturday Night Dirt” event, featuring an East Coast Legends Meet & Greet before the main races. Fans will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with racing legends, enhancing the experience of an action-packed evening. The...
Local business donates $250,000 to local nonprofit
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Two organizations in Montgomery County coming together to help out their fellow neighbors experiencing hardships are getting us uplifted. Republic Services, a waste and recycling company based in Bethesda, is donating $250,000 to the nonprofit A Wider Circle, which is based in Silver Spring. A...
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