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Kaldi’s Rooftop Being Remodeled, Enclosed
The rooftop of Kaldi’s Social House is being remodeled and will be completely enclosed, according to owner Tsega Hailemariam. The roof has been an issue with Thayer & Spring apartment residents unhappy about the noise from Kaldi’s, as well as businesses along Georgia Avenue, Hailemariam said.
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Recent Shooting Ruled a Homicide; Police Seek Information
Detectives from the Major Crimes Division are investigating a shooting that occurred in Silver Spring on March 3 that has now been ruled a homicide following the victim’s death. The victim has been identified as Derek James McBrayer, age 40, of Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda. The shooting occurred in the 1000 block of Quebec…
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Local Nonprofit Marks an Unexpected Anniversary
A local nonprofit is marking a one-year anniversary this month that they never expected to see. Community Connections was started in March 2020 by Silver Spring Cares, founded by Liz Brent, owner of Go Brent, a local real estate agency. The program’s purpose was to raise funds to help both food-insecure residents and local restaurants…
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Safeway to Reduce Operating Hours
Safeway will reduce its operating hours at its area locations, according to signage posted at the grocery chain’s Thayer Avenue location.
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Pet of the Week: “She loves biting anything she can get a hold of.”
“Carlina is an 11-week-old pug puppy. She loves biting anything she can get a hold of and you can always tell where she is because of her heavy breathing, grunts, and snorts. She’s a fast learner and already knows sit, stay, and down. She’s still learning “leave it” because she can’t resist a tasty treat.”
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Spice Street Offering $10 Off $50+ Orders, Dine-In Specials
Spice Street is offering dine-in and carryout specials to Source of the Spring readers. [sponsored]
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The Eleanor to Reopen on April 1
The Eleanor will reopen its Downtown Silver Spring location on Thursday, April 1, according to a post on the restaurant’s Instagram account.
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Mandalay Reopens After Extended Temporary Closure
Mandalay Restaurant and Café has reopened after an extended temporary closure, according to a message posted on their Facebook page.
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Detectives Identify Four Suspects in Multiple Carjackings, Armed Robberies; All Arrested
Detectives with the county’s Major Crimes unit have identified four suspects in eight recent carjackings and armed robberies in Silver Spring, the department announced today.