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Chabad of Silver Spring synagogue is scheduled to open in Silver Spring on March 29. A ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. and placement of mezuzahs will celebrate the new place of worship. According to a press release, the 6,000 square foot building includes a large space for religious services and activities, classrooms and administrative […]

The community comes together to help local business owners after a fire on March 19 destroyed Bombay Gaylord Restaurant, damaged the famous Quarry House Tavern and two other restaurants including Kefa Cafe and the Mandarin Chinese restaurant. Approximately 100 Montgomery County firefighters responded to the blaze that started at 1 a.m. at 8401 Georgia Avenue in […]

Montgomery County is scheduled to hold the first GreenFest at the Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus and Jesup Local Park on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free event will feature family-friendly activities for all ages such as workshops and presentations on improving local waterways, reduce waste, and conserve energy. “I […]

Montgomery County resident Alif Laila is scheduled to perform in Gaithersburg at the Arts Barn on April 4. Laila, a native of Bangladesh, plays India Classical music- a genre she began studying at a young age under the teachings of the master of the Senia Maihar Gharana style. She has performed in concerts internationally and throughout […]

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Silver Spring is hosting a job fair on March 26 to provide refugee beneficiaries with an opportunity to become self-sufficient. From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. local businesses and community partners will have the chance to meet more than 100 job seekers. “These individuals, who we were working with, […]

The Montgomery County Community Action Board is scheduled to host a community forum on April 22 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the East County Regional Services Center where east county residents will talk about issues such as child care, transportation, jobs and housing. Raise Your Voice EAST Forum will focus on poverty, but it […]

UPDATE  An 81-year-old man was struck and killed Tuesday morning at the intersection of Arcola Avenue and University Boulevard in Silver Spring, according to Montgomery County Police. Police said they were notified of the incident at approximately 6:34 a.m. on March 24 where police officers and Fire & Rescue personnel responded to a call for a pedestrian […]

UPDATED Students in Rockville have a chance to participate in an annual workshop that promotes a dialogue about diversity, social justice, and conflict resolutions skills. The 10th Annual Diversity Leadership Workshop, scheduled for March 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., is hosted by the city’s Human Rights Commission and aims to teach students how to […]

In this MyMCMedia extra, Montgomery County Police Chief Thomas Manger says there are few things parents need to know to keep kids safe from online predators.

The Montgomery County Education Forum, a nonprofit that advocates for better policies in the county’s educational system, is scheduled to host a community forum where students and parents get to speak up. The meeting will be held on March 19 , 7 p.m., at the Silver Spring Civic Building. According to forum officials, the purpose […]