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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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Takoma Police Investigating Two Cases of Commercial Property Destruction
The Takoma Park Police Department is investigating two cases of commercial destruction of property that occurred early this morning (March 26), according to a community advisory. The first case involved Republic at 6939 Laurel Ave. The second was at Takoma Bev Co., 6917 Laurel Ave.
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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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Baltimore Sun Deal Reaches Impasse
The Baltimore Sun’s acquisition by a nonprofit headed by Takoma Park businessman Stewart Bainum, Jr. has reached an impasse. Now, Bainum is reportedly considering acquiring all of The Baltimore Sun’s parent company, Tribune Publishing.
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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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Council Unanimously Approves Regulation Easing COVID–19 Restrictions
The County Council, acting as the Board of Health, yesterday unanimously approved a regulation loosening many of the COVID–19 restrictions that were in place. During the discussion, council members made it clear they felt pressured to do so after Gov. Larry Hogan surprised officials with a March 9 announcement that lifted many statewide COVID-19 restrictions…
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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]