Vacant space on Sligo Avenue may get affordable housing development
A long-vacant space at 715-719 Sligo Ave. would become the setting for a new affordable housing development, according to plans discussed last night at a public meeting.
Democratic executive candidates address forum questions
Forum moderator Mayor Kate Stewart of Takoma Park, Rose Krasnow, Councilmember Roger Berliner, David Blair, council members George Leventhal and Marc Elrich, and state Del. Bill Frick (from left). Photo Mike Diegel. The six Democratic candidates for Montgomery County executive had a chance to address what is likely to be uppermost in voters’ minds at the June primary: How are … Read More
Snow Day = Fun Day: Reader-Submitted Photos
As Winter Storm Toby whipped through the area earlier this week, many of our readers didn’t let the snow keep them inside. Thanks for sending in your photos!
HerbaFi dispensary plans May opening
After experiencing construction delays, HerbaFi will undergo final inspections next week and plans to open in May, according to founder Zeina Frayha and her husband, Terry Saad.
MNCPPC issues request for proposals for Nolte Park building
Nolte Park activity building, MNCPPC photo The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission has issued a Request for Proposals for the adaptive reuse of the park activity building at Nolte Local Park, located at 200 Denver Rd. Proposals must include a business plan and financing structure that meets the commission’s general goals for adaptive reuse, which includes enhancing the park’s … Read More
Send Us Your Snow Photos!
Do you have some photos from Winter Storm Toby? We would love to feature them in a post this week!
Keep these things in mind as snowstorm winds down
Photo by Mike Diegel As the today’s snowstorm winds down, there are a few things to keep in mind during the aftermath. Be mindful of the state and county snow emergency routes, designated with red and white signs. Parking on these streets during a declared emergency is illegal, and vehicles must have snow or all-weather tires, or chains, to drive … Read More
Heavy Snow Snarls Montgomery County
Winter Storm Toby is currently moving through the area, which is predicted to leave as much as 6 to 7 inches of snow in Silver Spring, according to the National Weather Service.
Upcoming Events, March 21-29
Illustration from FiveStone Church Please check with the event for additional postponements/cancellations Wednesday, March 21 POSTPONED: Speaker Series: Learn About the 11th Street Bridge Park and the Restoration of the Anacostia Watershed, Park and Planning Headquarters, 8787 Georgia Ave., Free, must register for lunch, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Progressive Maryland Happy Hour, Republic, 6939 Carroll Ave., 6-8 p.m. POSTPONED: Silver Spring Blues … Read More