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Bethesda Metro Station 40th Anniversary Celebration Takes Place This Sunday
The Bethesda Historical Society is celebrating Bethesda Metro Station’s 40th anniversary on Sunday, August 25th. “Join us noon – 2:00 p.m. on the Bethesda Metro Station Plaza for Bethesda history exhibits and more!” The event will feature “music, exhibits, and fun activities” with special remarks beginning at 12:15. It is one of the busiest suburban Metro stations, serving on average 9,142 passengers each weekday in 2017, according to a previous WMATA press release.
Paint the Town Labor Day Show 2024
One of the DC region’s largest art shows–Montgomery Art Association’s Paint the Town Labor Day Show–is back August 31-September 2 at the historic Kensington Town Hall! Come see the exhibition and sale of artwork, and live art demos and music. Plus, experience a Plein Air art competition, where you’ll find dozens of artists painting and drawing views throughout the Town of Kensington. Here’s the full schedule of events and list of participating artists: montgomeryart.org/laborday.
Laurel Commemorates 9/11 with Community-Wide Push-Up Challenge in Unified Act of Remembrance and Endurance
In an homage to the profound losses of September 11th, the City of Laurel is calling upon its people to unite in a novel way—a push-up challenge spanning from 9:11 AM to 9:11 PM on the attack's anniversary this year. The event will be hosted in collaboration with local eatery Mission BBQ and backed by the stalwart efforts of Army Veteran SGT Pushup, as detailed by the city's news release.
WSOC: Lackawanna Hosting Hagerstown To Start Season
SCRANTON, Pa. – Lackawanna College women's soccer will begin its 2024 campaign on Saturday, August 24th, as the Falcons host the Hagerstown CC Hawks at Schautz Stadium in Dunmore. Kickoff is set for 12:00pm ET. Admission is free to the public. The game will serve as the season-opener for both squads.
Central Mountain Boys Soccer Wins 2024 Matt Kramer Memorial Tournament
BROOKEVILLE-The Central Mountain boys soccer team continued their dominant start to the season by defeating Clearfield 3-0 on Saturday to capture the championship of the 2024 Matt Kramer Memorial Tournament in Brookville. The Wildcats showcased both offensive precision and defensive resilience, earning their second shutout victory in as many days.
'Amazing' Virginia girl who didn't think Santa was real passes away
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. -- Chloe Rochester, an "amazing" five-year-old Virginia girl who had been fighting cancer for more than a year, passed away early Friday, according to her family. "Chloe passed into the precious arms of Jesus, peacefully in her sleep," her family posted on social media. "Thank you for your...
Police Seek Information on Retail Theft at Waynesboro Walmart
Washington Township Police are seeking assistance in identifying two persons of interest linked to a retail theft incident. The theft occurred on August 20, 2024, around 9:10 PM at the Walmart located at 12751 Washington Township Blvd., Waynesboro, PA. Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the male and female...
Person dies after car crashes, catches on fire in Prince William County
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Police Department said a person died after a car crashed and caught on fire on Friday evening in Woodbridge. Police said that at about 6:50 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Old Bridge Road and Occoquan Road for the report of a […]
Women's Soccer Slated for Sunday Showdown at George Mason
WILLIAMSBURG, Va.—The William & Mary women's soccer team will look for their first win of the season on Sunday evening, traveling to Fairfax, Va. for a matchup with George Mason. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and kick is set for 6 p.m. TRIBE NOTES. Last Time Out.
Aidan Leclaire Band: Channeling Raw Emotion and Indie Rock Grit on “The Spaceman”
Formed in late 2023, the Aidan Leclaire Band quickly established itself as a potent force in the alternative indie rock scene. Hailing from Vienna, Virginia, the band’s music is a raw and unfiltered expression of the human experience, deeply rooted in the emotional depth and gritty energy that defines their genre. Their sound is influenced by the introspective storytelling of bands like Modest Mouse and Alex G, blending poetic lyrics with dynamic instrumentals to create a unique and authentic voice in modern rock.
Maryland Man Sentenced to 30 Months for High-End Outlet Store Robbery in Wrentham
A Maryland man has been handed a prison sentence exceeding two years for his role in a high-stakes robbery from a Wrentham high-end outlet store. Nathaniel Owens, 33, was sentenced to 30 months in federal custody following his guilty plea earlier this year on charges related to transporting stolen goods across state lines.
AAUW program to focus on gender, women and politics
The McLean area branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will meet Sept. 15 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the McLean Community Center. The program’s topic, “Gender, Women and Politics: Where Are We Now,” will be addressed by Kathleen Chesnutt, program officer on the Gender, Women and Democracy team at the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs, and MacKenzie Bills, who ran for the Iowa House of Representatives in 2022 and now works as a philanthropy adviser for the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Court order gives Frederick business two months to restore city property it altered
A Frederick business has two months to restore city property it destroyed, according to a preliminary and permanent injunction issued by the Frederick County District Court. According to the city’s original complaint, the company allegedly closed, damaged, and removed sections of the sidewalk in front of the property at 103 E. 7th St. The injunction, issued on Aug. 21, directs Design ...
Feagaville churches host literary get-together
A Book Club gathering was held from 7-9 p.m. June 18 at the Ballenger Community Hall. Two Feagaville Lutheran churches, St. Luke’s and Mount Zion along with the Mount Zion Little Free Library (which is located in the parking lot at Mount Zion) invited local families to enjoy an evening for those who love to read. Dr. Raymond Ediger authored a book entitled “Living, Loving and Laughing with ...
Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
Maryland Ensemble Theatre will launch its 27th season with Kate Hamill's adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility. This Sense and Sensibility brings a fresh, highly physical take on Jane Austen's classic. The Dashwood sisters, left penniless by their father's death, must navigate a world of gossip and societal demands while pursuing their own desires.
Langley volleyball team expecting another strong season
A couple of top players graduated and another transferred to a private school from last season’s state-champion Langley Saxons girls volleyball team. Still, the high-school squad returns and has enough talented players to remain a postseason contender this fall, as has been the case since the program began in 1999.
Maryland State Fair returns to Timonium with thrills for all ages
BALTIMORE -- There's a ride for everyone at the Maryland State Fair in Timonium. "It goes up and down and then up and down," 6-year-old Trevor Hornsby from Glen Burnie said. "It was a little bit fun and then it goes up and that was the scary part!" This year, you'll find five new exciting rides in Kiddie Land. "It was like I was flying on an airplane," said Hunter White, a 7-year-old from Parkville. At the state fair there's a chance for everyone to take home a prize. "I went to the water gun game where you have to shoot the water in a...
Pet Owners Warned To Keep Animals Away From Potomac River Due To Algae Mats
A new alert was issued by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources cautioning that the algae - which was collected from Williamsport to Riley Lock - could be harmful to animals if ingested. This week, a second advisory was issued for the Cumberland area. According to officials, "the algae has...
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