UPDATED: Council Passes FY2023 Operating Budget, Includes Ride On Fare Increase
The County Council yesterday passed the FY2023 operating budget that includes a provision to raise the fee for most Ride On buses to $1, effective in July.
Takoma Park Seeks Applications for Poetry Readings, Poet Laureate
Takoma Park is looking for applications from area poets to give future poetry readings as part of the 2022-23 Takoma Park Arts cultural series, officials announced.
Former Odalis Location Now Available to Lease
The property at 8215 Georgia Ave. that was previously occupied by Odalis Restaurant & Bar is now available to lease, according to a listing from agent Jonathan Weiss with SCS Realty Advisors.
Early Bird Tickets for Takoma Trukgarten Now Available Online
Discounted tickets are now available for the Takoma Trukgarten beer festival, according to an announcement from Main Street Takoma.
CCI Health to Open New Administrative Headquarters in Silver Spring
Silver Spring’s CCI Health Services will mark the opening on Tuesday, May 24 of the nonprofit’s new administrative headquarters located at 8665 Georgia Ave.
Council Appoints Rubin to Full Term on Planning Board
The County Council appointed Carol Rubin to a full four-year term on the county’s Planning Board at its Thursday meeting.
Group Devoted to Aiding Homeless Hires New Executive Director
The Baltimore-based Homeless Persons Representation Project, which serves Montgomery and Prince George’s counties from its office at 1111 Spring St. in Silver Spring, has hired a new executive director, the non-profit organization announced.
Building Housing Society Restaurant Listed For Sale
The building at 8229-8231 Georgia Ave., currently home to Society Restaurant & Lounge, is for sale, according to a listing from Larry Rosen, agent for the property owner.
First Crossroads Community Food Fair Set for Sunday in Takoma Park
The first annual Crossroads Community Food Fair is scheduled for Sunday, May 22 opposite the Takoma Streetery at the intersection of Laurel and Carroll avenues, according to an announcement from the Crossroads Community Food Network.