Carousel at Glen Echo Park Reopens for First Time Since 2019
The Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park reopened May 1 for its 100th anniversary season. The ride was installed in 1921; it’s one of the few working antique carousels in… Read More
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Executive Boulevard and Old Georgetown Road Intersection Will Close for Several Months
The intersection of Executive Boulevard and Old Georgetown Road in North Bethesda will be closed beginning Monday for an estimated five months due to construction work, according to a release… Read More
Metro to Close 13 Stations Ahead of Inauguration Day
Metro announced service adjustments, including the closure of 13 rail stations, inside the expanded Inauguration security perimeter ahead of the event next Wednesday. The following rail stations will be closed… Read More
What’s Open, What’s Not on Thanksgiving Weekend in Montgomery County
Here is what is open and closed on Thanksgiving weekend. County offices – closed. State offices and courts – closed. Libraries – closed. Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) – closed. Recreation… Read More
All Smithsonian Museums, National Zoo Announce ‘Temporarily Closure’
The Smithsonian Institution will close all its museums and the National Zoo to the public starting Monday, Nov. 23. No reopening date has been announced. The decision for a temporary… Read More
Washington Sports Club in Silver Spring Permanently Closed
The Washington Sports Club on Wayne Avenue in Downtown Silver Spring is permanently closed. According to a sign on the front door, members will be given prorated refunds. Washington Sports… Read More
‘Who Elected You?’: Parents Protest Gayles’ Order for Private Schools to Stay Virtual
Montgomery County residents rallied against the ordered closure of private schools by County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles at a protest Wednesday. It was organized by the “Open Montgomery County,… Read More
Hogan Will ‘Take Another Look’ at Reopenings if Non-Compliance Gets Out of Control
If non-compliance with COVID-19 guidelines continues in bars and restaurants, Maryland may have to reconsider the reopenings it’s allowed so far, Gov. Larry Hogan said at a press conference Wednesday. … Read More
Fourth Employee at Darnestown Liquor and Wine Tests Positive for COVID-19
A fourth employee at Darnestown Liquor and Wine has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a statement from the county. On Monday, Montgomery County announced that the store would be… Read More
Owner Upset at County Falsely Reporting Hookah Bar Shut Down for COVID-19 Violations
A Montgomery County press release incorrectly stated on Monday that Vibes Hookah Lounge in Rockville was shut down over the July 4 weekend for violating COVID-19 regulations. The press release… Read More
Bagel City in Rockville Appears to Have Closed for Good
All indications are that Bagel City in Rockville has gone out of business. For over 40 years, the popular deli has been serving up bagels at its familiar location at… Read More
Montgomery Parks: ‘Use of Playgrounds in our Parks is Prohibited’
Montgomery Parks announced Friday that use of the playgrounds is prohibited. Apparently, visitors to some of the playgrounds have ignored the posted signs about the potential danger of using the… Read More