Metro’s Metro U Pop-Up Shop will return to Washington, DC next week, offering a new collection of limited-edition Metro merchandise.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) released an overview of reported calls for service from August 13, 2026, which included multiple catalytic converter thefts, auto thefts, a robbery and burglaries across the county.
PopUp Bagels officially opened its first Maryland location in Bethesda on Friday, August 14, drawing a large grand opening-day crowd with lines stretching around the block. We stopped by during the soft opening earlier this week for a first look at the new Bethesda shop. That preview can be seen below.
Washington Commanders defensive end Dorance Armstrong has been suspended without pay for the first game of the 2026 regular season for violating the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy (specific reason not provided). Commanders reporter Ben Standig shared that “the issue leading to the suspension occurred last season”, but that he’s unaware of specific details.
On August 22, the New Neighbor Interfaith Alliance (NNIA) will host the 2026 Set Them Up for Success Volleyball Tournament and Family Fun Day from 9 am-4 pm at the Interdenominational Church of God in Gaithersburg, gathering volleyball teams, faith community members, and the public to raise funds to help recent refugees in Montgomery County attain independence.
An interfaith non-profit alliance of 37 faith communities and civic groups, NNIA raises funds to help resettled refugees with rental assistance, deferred medical care, English language skills and job placement. They also hope to expand their volunteer numbers to help more beneficiaries with job assistance, reliable transportation, and mentoring.
The Big Flea come to the Fredericksburg Expo Center Aug. 15th – 16th!
August 15th (Saturday) 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
An 18-year-old Silver Spring man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to a firearm charge stemming from a fight during which a gun discharged in the parking lot of Blake High School earlier this year. (more…)
Beer and wine sales have resumed at Locavino in Downtown Silver Spring following a temporary lapse in the wine café’s alcohol license. (more…)
A Maryland man has been charged in connection with the theft of more than 60 reptiles from pet stores across Maryland and Virginia, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. (more…)
A portion of Seneca Creek State Park in Montgomery County has been temporarily closed after a beaver attacked and bit a 10-year-old girl who was canoeing with an organized group Thursday afternoon.
Gabe’s, the discount retailer formerly known as Rugged Warehouse, will permanently close its Gaithersburg location at 30 N. Frederick Avenue in Gaitherstowne Plaza on Saturday, August 22. (more…)
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Updated with additional information from MCFRS
An adult male was critically injured after being struck by a train Friday morning in the Dickerson area.
Neighbors Coffee is celebrating its one-year anniversary in Woodley Gardens this weekend, marking a full year since the locally owned café opened its doors at 1101 Nelson Street in Rockville.