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Police Investigating Robberies, Burglary in Takoma Park
Takoma Park Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery, residential burglary, and an armed robbery, according to emailed community advisories.
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Cyclist Seriously Injured in Hit-and-Run
The county’s Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is investigating a hit-and-run collision involving a cyclist that occurred Sunday night.
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Council Unanimously Approves Thrive Montgomery 2050 Plan
The County Council voted unanimously on a resolution to approve the Thrive Montgomery 2050 plan designed to guide planning and growth for the next 30 years.
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Detectives Release Video of Suspects in Monday Morning Shooting
Detectives from the 3rd District of the county’s police department have released surveillance video of two suspects in a shooting in downtown Silver Spring yesterday morning (Oct. 24).
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Peet’s Coffee Acknowledges Regret at Closing Silver Spring Location
Peet’s Coffee has officially acknowledged the closing of the downtown Silver Spring location, which staff was told about last week.
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Fall Prevention
Falls have become the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults, and, according to the CDC, falls among older adults are becoming increasingly prevalent. [sponsored]
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GoFundMe Fundraiser Established for Peet’s Coffee Staff
A GoFundMe fundraiser has been set up for the staff of Peet’s Coffee in downtown Silver Spring, which will close on Oct. 30.
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Taylor Johnson Is Takoma Park’s New Poet Laureate
Takoma Park has appointed Taylor Johnson as its new poet laureate, officials announced earlier this month.
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GSSCC Announces President and CEO Redicker to Retire Next Year
Jane Redicker, president and CEO of the Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce for the last 17 years, will retire, effective Jan. 31, 2023, the chamber announced.