Memory Care Patients Forced to Find New Home in 6 Weeks
The Landing in Silver Spring, an assisted living and memory care facility, will close November 15, forcing about 50 residents to seek new homes in only six weeks. According to… Read More
Business
County Unemployment is Below Half of National Average
Unemployment in Montgomery County creeped up slightly, to 1.6% in August, which is less than half the national average, according to County Executive Marc Elrich. In both the previous two… Read More
Office Cleaners Hold Rallies Against Proposed Cut in Hours
Office cleaners are expected to hold two rallies in Washington, D.C. Wednesday afternoon to protest a proposed cut in their hours. Area commercial office cleaners, including more than 1,200 who… Read More
Kaiser Permanente Union Members Stage Short-Term Strike
Some employees of the health care provider Kaiser Permanente walked off the job in protest of what they called bad faith bargaining and staffing problems. In Maryland, all facilities are… Read More
County Changes Policy for Growers Building Greenhouse Structures on Urban, Suburban Properties
A policy “barrier” has been changed for food growers in the county who want to build a greenhouse-like structure on urban and suburban properties. The county’s Department of Permitting Services… Read More
More Than 35 Local Artists Showcase Work in Makers Market
Saturday’s Fall Makers market in downtown Silver Spring showcased unique and handmade products from local artisans and featured live music and outdoor dining options. Tents were set up along Ellsworth… Read More
Permitting Services Says Changes Make Application Process for Decks and Driveways Easier
The Department of Permitting Services (DPS) unveiled improvements to its permit application process for decks, driveways and dumpsters, promising a faster and simpler experience for applicants. DPS announced the re-working… Read More
Chef Andrés: ‘Food is an Agent of Change’
Bethesda Chef José Andrés left Spain for America in 1991 with $50 in his pocket. Since then, he has volunteered at organizations that feed the hungry, created more than 30… Read More
Montgomery County Has Lots to Lose if Government Shuts Down
According to Montgomery County Councilmember Kate Stewart, “A government shutdown will have a direct, detrimental and oversized impact on all of metropolitan Washington.” In her role as Metropolitan Washington Council… Read More
Butler’s Orchard Welcomes Residents for Fall Festivities
Butler’s Orchard in Germantown is welcoming the community for another fall season. The pumpkin patch opens Saturday. Apple-picking is Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. “We’ve got our fall festival… Read More
Office Cleaners Fight to Keep Hours
Area commercial office cleaners, including more than 1,200 who work in Montgomery County, believe contract talks “remain far apart.” Negotiations for a four-year union contract that covers about 9,000 commercial… Read More
Bradley Beal Lists Bethesda Estate for $10 Million
Former Washington Wizards player Bradley Beal listed his Bethesda estate for $10 million Wednesday. The home was purchased by Beal in 2019 for $7.8 million according to property records. Beal… Read More