Hit and run in Wheaton

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a hit-and-run accident and assault in Wheaton last night. The collision was reported at the intersection of Blueridge Avenue and Bucknell Drive, a relatively quiet corner near the Bucknell Apartments, at 10:10 PM. According to police, following the collision, one of the drivers drove away as a member of the other party attempted to hold onto the vehicle's door handle. That action by the fleeing driver was termed an aggravated assault by police.

Purple Line overhead catenary installed on Bonifant St. in Silver Spring

Overhead catenary for the future Purple Line light rail route has been installed along Bonifant Street near the Silver Spring Library station. The apparatus holds the power lines from which the trainsets will draw electricity to operate. Many streetcar lines in the Washington, D.C. area utilized a similar system in the previous century. The Bethesda-to-New Carrollton line is currently expected to begin operation in late 2027, barring any further setbacks.

Stabbing in Glenmont

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a stabbing this morning in Glenmont. The incident was reported in the 12300 block of Georgia Avenue at 11:46 AM. Officers responding to the scene found an adult male suffering from what police describe as "non-life-threatening injuries." He was transported to a local hospital. Police have not released a description of the suspect(s), who remain(s) at large. Yet another example of the troubling 2026 trend in Montgomery County of violent crimes being perpetrated during daylight hours.

El Metate opening soon in Wheaton

El Metate is coming soon to Wheaton. The Mexican restaurant will be located at 2302 Price Avenue, next to Dulcería Bombón. Signage has been installed above the storefront. El Metate had a liquor license hearing earlier this month. "El Metate brings the authentic flavors of Mexico to Wheaton through traditional recipes, handcrafted cocktails, and warm hospitality inspired by our rancho roots," the owners said in a statement provided on its Google business listing.

Wheaton attempted stabbing ends in arrest

Montgomery County police responded to a report of an aggravated assault in Wheaton yesterday afternoon. The assault was reported in the 2400 block of Reedie Drive at 4:45 PM Thursday. According to police, a suspect armed with a knife attempted to stab an individual. Officers successfully apprehended the suspect, who was not identified as of this writing.

McDonald's burglarized in downtown Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a burglary at the McDonald's restaurant at 8407 Colesville Road in downtown Silver Spring on August 10, 2026. Officers responding to the scene found evidence of forced entry at the restaurant. They determined that unspecified property had been stolen from inside the building. Police believe the break-in occurred sometime between 12:01 AM and 5:00 AM that morning. The suspect is described only as a Black male of unknown age.

Lamoon Thai restaurant for sale in Silver Spring

Do you want to own a Thai restaurant? Lamoon Thai at 906 Thayer Avenue in downtown Silver Spring is now available for sale. The restaurant is still fully open for business, and as such, is being marketed as a turnkey business opportunity for an aspiring restaurateur out there. According to the online sale listing, the asking price is $100,000. There are about thirteen months left on the restaurant's lease.

Armed robbery at home in Takoma Park

Takoma Park City police responded to a report of an armed robbery at a home early Sunday morning, August 23, 2026. The robbery was reported at a house in the 6700 block of Prince George's Avenue at 4:03 AM. That's a leafy residential street off of busy New Hampshire Avenue.

Nick's Diner in Wheaton to serve dinner for the first time on September 3

Something will happen at Nick's Diner in Wheaton on September 3 that has never happened before in its over four decades of operation. The landmark diner at 11199 Veirs Mill Road will serve dinner in-house for the first time. Doors will open at 4:30 PM that day. Nick's Diner's announcement of the special event did not indicate whether this is a one-time event, or a permanent expansion of its operating hours. Either way, the diner is sure to be packed on September 3!

Einstein Bros. Bagels burglarized in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a burglary at Einstein Bros. Bagels in Silver Spring in the early morning hours of August 6, 2026. The bagel shop is located at 8397 Colesville Road in downtown Silver Spring. Officers responding to the scene found evidence of forced entry at the business. Property had been stolen from inside the restaurant.

Police responded in time to catch the alleged suspect in the burglary, however. Peaches Wright, 42, of Baltimore was arrested. Wright was charged with felony burglary, and two misdemeanor charges of destruction of property. Judge John C. Moffett ordered Wright's release on an unsecured $1000 bond.

Police investigate shots-fired incident in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of gunfire in the Long Branch area of Silver Spring last night, August 20, 2026. The incident was reported by multiple 911 callers, who heard gunshots at Long Branch Park at 10:55 PM Thursday. Officers responding to the scene found shell casings in the park, and recovered them as evidence.

One Medical to open clinic in downtown Silver Spring

One Medical is opening a new clinic in downtown Silver Spring. It will be located at 8700 Georgia Avenue, about two blocks from the Silver Spring Transit Center. One Medical is a primary care clinic offering same-day appointments, and 24/7 telehealth services. It covers everything from basic health checkups to management of chronic illnesses. Existing Montgomery County locations include downtown Bethesda, Chevy Chase Lake, and Rockville.

Woman assaulted, purse snatched in Wheaton

A violent purse-snatching incident was reported to Montgomery County police in Wheaton early Monday morning, August 17, 2026. The incident took place at 1:00 AM in the 2300 block of Price Avenue. A woman was in the Montgomery County Public Parking Lot 17 when she was assaulted by multiple suspects, who then stole her purse and fled on foot.

Police did not indicate the precise number of suspects. No suspect descriptions have been released as of this writing.

Armed robbery at bus stop in Wheaton

Montgomery County police responded to a report of an armed robbery at a bus stop in Wheaton last Friday night, August 14, 2026. The robbery was reported at a bus stop in the 2300 block of Blueridge Avenue at 7:31 PM. According to police, a man was waiting for a bus when he was accosted by multiple suspects. At least one of the unspecified number of suspects displayed a handgun and demanded property from the victim. The victim complied, and the assailants fled on foot. No descriptions of the suspects have been released as of this writing.

YeEnat Kitchen opens in Silver Spring

YeEnat Kitchen has opened at 8301 Georgia Avenue in downtown Silver Spring. The Ethiopian restaurant takes over the space that was formerly home to Lucy. I'm not seeing any reviews on Yelp or Google yet, but have seen a couple of positive TikTok posts by early customers.

Easy Like Sunday opens in Silver Spring

Easy Like Sunday, an all-week brunch restaurant, is now open at 8455 Fenton Street in downtown Silver Spring. This is the local chain's third Maryland location, with two existing restaurants in Baltimore. Specialties include Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, Fried Chicken with Cornmeal Pancakes and a Short Rib Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Easy Like Sunday is open seven days a week from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Spirit Halloween opens in Wheaton (Photos)

Spirit Halloween is now haunting at 11006 Veirs Mill Road at Wheaton Plaza. The theme this year is a Friday the 13th-inspired Camp Harbor Lake setting. While lacking the Crystal Lake branding, the camp scene displayed in the store prominently features an officially-licensed, life-size Jason Voorhees. A life-size Michael Myers looks on in the background. Now that the meddling Dr. Grant is out of the way, you can slip into an official Jurassic Park staff uniform, and run the attraction as you see fit. A pair of official Wolverine claws will allow you to slash your way to candy on the big night, in decidedly less painful fashion than each deployment would impose on old man Logan himself. And while a life-size Alien xenomorph seems out of place at a summer camp, it won't look out of place right behind you when you open your front door on Halloween night.