White’s Ferry Ends 230+ Year Run Over Land Dispute
White’s Ferry, which has been taking commuters across the Potomac River between Montgomery and Loudon counties since the late 1780s, ended its run last week following a court ruling. On… Read More
Business
Guitar Center Expects to Emerge From Bankruptcy By Year’s End
UPDATE Guitar Center in Silver Spring will close as of Jan. 3, according to a statement from the company. “As part of our ongoing business processes and after careful consideration,… Read More
County Awards Funding to Small Businesses Impacted During COVID-19 Pandemic
Montgomery County’s Microenterprise Stabilization Program awarded grant funding to nearly 180 applicants, totaling $1.1 million. The program was created to help local small businesses with five or fewer employees that faced significant… Read More
Roberts Oxygen in Gaithersburg Manufacturing Dry Ice for Pfizer Vaccines
To ensure that the Pfizer vaccine doesn’t spoil, it needs to be kept extremely cold. One company in Gaithersburg, Roberts Oxygen, is doing its part to help keep the vaccine… Read More
County Has Received 61 Requests from Retail Stores to Exceed 150-Person Capacity
Montgomery County has received 61 requests from retail stores asking for approval to allow more than 150 customers, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Director Dr. Earl Stoddard said at a… Read More
Founder of Urban One Radio in Silver Spring Honored by Sen. Van Hollen
Urban One, a national radio station headquartered in Silver Spring focusing on the African American community, was honored for its 40 years on the air when U.S. Sen. Chris Van… Read More
White Oak Liquor Store Temporarily Closes Due to COVID-19
The White Oak Liquor and Wine store, which is operated by Montgomery County’s Department of Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS), is closed temporarily after a store employee tested positive for COVID-19.… Read More
Rockville Brewery Pays Tribute to Gov. Hogan With its Latest Beer
A nanobrewery in Rockville is capitalizing on Gov. Larry Hogan’s viral quote, “Just wear the damn masks,” by creating a beer in his honor that is expected to debut next… Read More
Eleanor in Silver Spring Closes for Winter
The Eleanor, which opened less than a year ago in Downtown Silver Spring, closed for the winter on Dec. 21. The restaurant and arcade, with bowling and other games, also… Read More
Asociación de Restaurantes Demanda a Montgomery para Restablecer Servicio al Interior
La Asociación de Restaurantes de Maryland (RAM) está tomando acciones legales contra jurisdicciones, incluido el condado de Montgomery, por cerrar el servicio al interior del establecimiento. “Con el clima invernal… Read More
Urban Winery in Silver Spring Closes, Moving to New Location
The Urban Winery in Downtown Silver Spring closed Dec. 19 and will be moving to a new site and reopening in the spring, according to its Instagram post. Meanwhile, their… Read More
Restaurant Association Sues Montgomery County to Reinstate Indoor Dining
The Restaurant Association of Maryland (RAM) is taking legal action against jurisdictions, including Montgomery County, for closing indoor dining. “With the winter weather all but eliminating outdoor dining, restaurants across… Read More