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Chez Aviole has signed a lease for the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine at 7912 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
Haitian Restaurant Chez Aviole Coming Soon to Downtown Silver Spring
Chez Aviole has signed a lease for the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine at 7912 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Chez Aviole has signed a lease for the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine at 7912 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
The House approved a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, but Maryland's Democratic representatives opposed the measure because it lacked commitments to address rising Obamacare costs.
House Ends 42-Day Shutdown, Maryland Democrats Vote No
The House approved a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, but Maryland's Democratic representatives opposed the measure because it lacked commitments to address rising Obamacare costs.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The House approved a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, but Maryland's Democratic representatives opposed the measure because it lacked commitments to address rising Obamacare costs.
Local restaurants Zinnia, Motorkat, and Takoma Bev Co. have launched an end-of-year food drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which works year-round to combat food insecurity and its root causes in the region.
Zinnia, Motorkat, Takoma Bev Co. Launch Food Drive for Capital Area Food Bank
Local restaurants Zinnia, Motorkat, and Takoma Bev Co. have launched an end-of-year food drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which works year-round to combat food insecurity and its root causes in the region.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Local restaurants Zinnia, Motorkat, and Takoma Bev Co. have launched an end-of-year food drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which works year-round to combat food insecurity and its root causes in the region.
The Wayne Plaza office building in downtown Silver Spring, along with five other properties in Montgomery County owned by Brookfield, was sold at a foreclosure auction last month.
Wayne Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring Sold at Foreclosure Auction
The Wayne Plaza office building in downtown Silver Spring, along with five other properties in Montgomery County owned by Brookfield, was sold at a foreclosure auction last month.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
The Wayne Plaza office building in downtown Silver Spring, along with five other properties in Montgomery County owned by Brookfield, was sold at a foreclosure auction last month.
The Maryland State Highway Administration will permanently close the median on 16th Street at Grace Church Road on Monday as part of the agency's Montgomery Hills Safety and Accessibility Project.
16th Street Median at Grace Church Road Closes Monday
The Maryland State Highway Administration will permanently close the median on 16th Street at Grace Church Road on Monday as part of the agency's Montgomery Hills Safety and Accessibility Project.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The Maryland State Highway Administration will permanently close the median on 16th Street at Grace Church Road on Monday as part of the agency's Montgomery Hills Safety and Accessibility Project.
The owners of the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring have denied an online report claiming that the Don Pollo Charbroiled Chicken space is available for lease.
Don Pollo At Ellsworth Place Still Open, Not For Lease
The owners of the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring have denied an online report claiming that the Don Pollo Charbroiled Chicken space is available for lease.
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November 8, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The owners of the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring have denied an online report claiming that the Don Pollo Charbroiled Chicken space is available for lease.
Lime & Cilantro remains closed due to what the restaurant describes as "ongoing legal issues."
Lime & Cilantro Remains Closed for Ongoing Legal Issues
Lime & Cilantro remains closed due to what the restaurant describes as "ongoing legal issues."
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November 7, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Lime & Cilantro remains closed due to what the restaurant describes as "ongoing legal issues."
Rep. Jamie Raskin has charged that the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case files was halted in January.
Raskin: Justice Department Killed Epstein Probe in January
Rep. Jamie Raskin has charged that the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case files was halted in January.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Rep. Jamie Raskin has charged that the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case files was halted in January.
The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act increases penalties for reckless, aggressive, and negligent driving to improve road safety, inspired by Lt. Patrick Kepp's experience of suffering severe injuries from a careless driver.
New Maryland Law Raises Fines and Points for Reckless Driving
The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act increases penalties for reckless, aggressive, and negligent driving to improve road safety, inspired by Lt. Patrick Kepp's experience of suffering severe injuries from a careless driver.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:05 PM
The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act increases penalties for reckless, aggressive, and negligent driving to improve road safety, inspired by Lt. Patrick Kepp's experience of suffering severe injuries from a careless driver.
This weekend's events include the free Tribute to America's Veterans Concert at the American Legion Post 41 on Friday, and the Fall Makers Market in Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday.
Tribute to America’s Veterans Concert, Fall Makers Market Set for Downtown Silver Spring This Weekend
This weekend's events include the free Tribute to America's Veterans Concert at the American Legion Post 41 on Friday, and the Fall Makers Market in Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:04 PM
This weekend's events include the free Tribute to America's Veterans Concert at the American Legion Post 41 on Friday, and the Fall Makers Market in Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday.
Emma's Torch has taken over a long-vacant space at 1200 East-West Highway in downtown Silver Spring to establish a flagship Culinary Training Center for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of human trafficking.
Emma’s Torch to Open Flagship Culinary Training Center in Downtown Silver Spring
Emma's Torch has taken over a long-vacant space at 1200 East-West Highway in downtown Silver Spring to establish a flagship Culinary Training Center for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of human trafficking.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Emma's Torch has taken over a long-vacant space at 1200 East-West Highway in downtown Silver Spring to establish a flagship Culinary Training Center for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of human trafficking.
Director Jacquelin Youm discusses her approach to the farcical classic "Tartuffe" at Silver Spring Stage, emphasizing the play's universal themes and the importance of humor during turbulent times.
“Tartuffe” Brings Conman, Laughter to Life at Silver Spring Stage
Director Jacquelin Youm discusses her approach to the farcical classic "Tartuffe" at Silver Spring Stage, emphasizing the play's universal themes and the importance of humor during turbulent times.
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November 1, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Director Jacquelin Youm discusses her approach to the farcical classic "Tartuffe" at Silver Spring Stage, emphasizing the play's universal themes and the importance of humor during turbulent times.
The Takoma Park City Council recently addressed the rising food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown, emphasizing the importance of community support and programs like Meals on Wheels.
Takoma Park Council Weighs Food Insecurity Amid Shutdown
The Takoma Park City Council recently addressed the rising food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown, emphasizing the importance of community support and programs like Meals on Wheels.
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November 1, 2025 at 10:05 AM
The Takoma Park City Council recently addressed the rising food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown, emphasizing the importance of community support and programs like Meals on Wheels.
Access to the sidewalk at the upcoming Silver Spring Library station has reopened as construction crews continue work on the Maryland Purple Line in downtown Silver Spring.
Silver Spring Library Station Sidewalk Reopens to Pedestrians
Access to the sidewalk at the upcoming Silver Spring Library station has reopened as construction crews continue work on the Maryland Purple Line in downtown Silver Spring.
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October 31, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Access to the sidewalk at the upcoming Silver Spring Library station has reopened as construction crews continue work on the Maryland Purple Line in downtown Silver Spring.
Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Thursday, just two days before the cuts to Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) take effect.
Gov. Wes Moore Directs $10 Million to Maryland Food Banks
Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Thursday, just two days before the cuts to Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) take effect.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Thursday, just two days before the cuts to Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) take effect.
Maryland Purple Line officials have applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver to permit nighttime construction at the Spring Street Bridge site in downtown Silver Spring.
Maryland Purple Line Files Temporary Noise Waiver for Spring Street Bridge
Maryland Purple Line officials have applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver to permit nighttime construction at the Spring Street Bridge site in downtown Silver Spring.
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October 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Maryland Purple Line officials have applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver to permit nighttime construction at the Spring Street Bridge site in downtown Silver Spring.
Maryland's attorney general and 24 other states have sued the Trump administration over the planned suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Maryland Attorney General Sues Trump Over SNAP Funding
Maryland's attorney general and 24 other states have sued the Trump administration over the planned suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Maryland's attorney general and 24 other states have sued the Trump administration over the planned suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Outback Steakhouse has permanently closed its location at the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring, according to posted signage.
Outback Steakhouse Closes at Ellsworth Place in Downtown Silver Spring
Outback Steakhouse has permanently closed its location at the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring, according to posted signage.
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October 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Outback Steakhouse has permanently closed its location at the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring, according to posted signage.
Sweeteria Dessert Café, famous for its Thai-inspired sweets in downtown Silver Spring, is expanding with a new location under construction at 7525 Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda.
Sweeteria Dessert Café Expands to Downtown Bethesda
Sweeteria Dessert Café, famous for its Thai-inspired sweets in downtown Silver Spring, is expanding with a new location under construction at 7525 Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Sweeteria Dessert Café, famous for its Thai-inspired sweets in downtown Silver Spring, is expanding with a new location under construction at 7525 Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda.
Maryland Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks have rejected a Republican proposal that would provide back pay only to certain essential federal workers during the government shutdown.
Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Push Full Back Pay for Federal Workers
Maryland Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks have rejected a Republican proposal that would provide back pay only to certain essential federal workers during the government shutdown.
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October 25, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Maryland Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks have rejected a Republican proposal that would provide back pay only to certain essential federal workers during the government shutdown.
Solaire Social will close its doors permanently on Friday, October 24.
Solaire Social Food Hall Closing After 17 Months in Downtown Silver Spring
Solaire Social will close its doors permanently on Friday, October 24.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Solaire Social will close its doors permanently on Friday, October 24.
The annual downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk and Takoma Park Monster Bash events will celebrate the Spooky Season on Saturday.
Downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk & Takoma Park Monster Bash Set for Saturday
The annual downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk and Takoma Park Monster Bash events will celebrate the Spooky Season on Saturday.
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October 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM
The annual downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk and Takoma Park Monster Bash events will celebrate the Spooky Season on Saturday.
The No Kings protests on Saturday attracted participants who peacefully voiced their opposition to President Donald Trump's policies, highlighting themes of free speech and democratic ideals.
No Kings Rally Draws Peaceful Protesters Across the U.S.
The No Kings protests on Saturday attracted participants who peacefully voiced their opposition to President Donald Trump's policies, highlighting themes of free speech and democratic ideals.
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October 21, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The No Kings protests on Saturday attracted participants who peacefully voiced their opposition to President Donald Trump's policies, highlighting themes of free speech and democratic ideals.
Fenton Village restaurants Vicino Ristorante Italiano and Sheger Spring Café are celebrating important milestones of continuous operation and are inviting customers to join the festivities.
Fenton Village Restaurants Celebrate Major Anniversaries in Downtown Silver Spring
Fenton Village restaurants Vicino Ristorante Italiano and Sheger Spring Café are celebrating important milestones of continuous operation and are inviting customers to join the festivities.
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October 21, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Fenton Village restaurants Vicino Ristorante Italiano and Sheger Spring Café are celebrating important milestones of continuous operation and are inviting customers to join the festivities.
Scouting America Troop 23G, which meets at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in downtown Silver Spring, welcomes middle and high school girls from all backgrounds to join.
Scouting America Troop 23G Opens to Girls in Downtown Silver Spring
Scouting America Troop 23G, which meets at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in downtown Silver Spring, welcomes middle and high school girls from all backgrounds to join.
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October 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Scouting America Troop 23G, which meets at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in downtown Silver Spring, welcomes middle and high school girls from all backgrounds to join.