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Montgomery County Weekly Crime Summaries


 

Every week the Montgomery County Department of Police releases a summary of crimes reported in the county. 

Here is a link to last week's summary.

Here is the page of all summaries for the year.
 

BEFORE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY BALLOTS ARE MAILED OUT, REGISTER TO VOTE OR VERIFY YOUR REGISTRATION NOW

In response to Governor Larry Hogan’s renewed proclamation governing election procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic, the June 2 primary will take place by mail. Montgomery County citizens who wish to vote in the 2020 Presidential Primary Election need to submit their registration to vote or any update to their current voter record including mailing address no later than Wednesday, May 27, 2020. 

Click here for more information in English and Español  
 

SUPPORT LOCAL RESTAURANTS

 

Here are partial lists* of restaurants - many locally owned and operated - doing take out and/or delivery in the Silver Spring Regional Area.
 

We now have updated listings for all commercial hubs in our Silver Spring Regional Area!

• Silver Spring Arts & Entertainment District
• Takoma Park
• Montgomery Hills 
• Four Corners
• Takoma Langley
• Long Branch
• Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce

*Please note: These lists are prepared by different efforts. If you have corrections or know of other lists in our Silver Spring Regional Area, email us!
 

Don't forget to enter the raffle and participate on the 10th Celebration of the Taste the World in Fenton Village event!

 

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Farmers Markets

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 Downtown Silver Spring

Saturdays
 9AM TO 1PM
1 Veterans Place

 

During the COVID-19 crisis, our farmers markets remain OPEN, but we are implementing practices to ensure the safety and hygiene of all shoppers and vendors. Below find additional ways you can support our small, local businesses while reducing the risk to yourself and others during these uncertain times. (This list will be updated on an ongoing basis.)Pre-Order, Delivery, & On-Farm Pickup Options

In an effort to reduce customers’ time spent at market, better meet demands, expedite transactions, and limit currency exchange, vendors are offering pre-order + pick-up options at market or even on the farm.

Can’t make it to the market? Many vendors will deliver their goods straight to your door.

You can also view pre-order options, planned vendor absences, and ordering deadlines in this spreadsheet. 
 

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Takoma Park

Sundays
9:00 am – 10:00 am Senior and Immunocompromised Shopping
10:00 am – 2:00 pm Regular Shopping Hours
6931 Laurel Ave.

This Sunday the Takoma Park Farmers Market will return to the Parking Lot behind the shops on Laurel Ave. Pre-orders being accepted now at some vendors. (See below)

NEW Managed Entrance, Exit and Limits to Customers in Market:
In its continued efforts to ensure social distancing, the market will be enforcing its Entrance (next to Suntrust Bank, 6931 Laurel Ave), introduce a new Exit (via the sidewalk next to the parking lot ramp exit onto Eastern Ave) and limit the number of customers in the market at any time. (With exceptions for seniors and the physically challenged).

Social Distancing and 1 Shopper Per Family
Vendors continue to work on flow, lines and social distancing at individual booths. Please wear a face mask to the market and help maintain a distance of 6' from other customers at all times. To reduce the number of people at the market, only send 1 person per family to shop (no kids, please). Please only touch what you would like to purchase and leave as soon as you are done. 

Pre-Bagging and Pre-Ordering
Find pre-bagged items at the market to reduce contact and speed up shopping or pre-order online for easy pick-up. See website for vendors offering pre-orders and their individual cut-off dates and times for pre-ordering. New this Sunday, Audia's Farm will not attend the market, but will instead deliver pre-ordered baked goods and plants for your yard. More HERE. Pre-order now!
 

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Crossroads Farmers Market

Wednesdays 11am-3pm University Blvd E & Anne St. Takoma Park

 

 

When planning your trip to the market, please remember these best practices to keep everyone at market safe:

• Market entrance from University Boulevard ONLY
• Limit shoppers to one per family
• Wear a face covering while at market and doing your shopping
• Keep a six foot distance from you and other shoppers 
• Wash your hands frequently
• Do not come to market if you are feeling sick!
   

Please make sure to practice a safe space when interacting with vendors and waiting in line!
 

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Have You Completed Your Census?

The 2020 Census is a count of everyone who lives in the United States and determines resources and representation. Montgomery County will lose $18,250 for every person not counted over the next 10 years. This money goes towards hospitals, schools, school meals, senior programs and much more. Census data also determines representation and helps us decide where we put grocery stores, affordable housing and how to expand public transportation. It affects almost every aspect of our daily lives! We need to ensure EVERYONE in Montgomery County is counted. The U.S. Census Bureau must keep all information confidential.

By now you should have received your invitation to complete the 2020 Census. If you haven’t completed your census already, please take the next 10 minutes to respond online using a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet by visiting 2020Census.gov. You can also respond via phone in English or 12 other languages at 844-330-2020. There are also 59 non-English language guides and videos (plus American Sign Language) available on 2020Census.gov ensuring over 99 percent of U.S. households can respond online in their preferred language.Take 10 minutes to be counted for the next 10 years and remember that the 2020 Census is Safe & Confidential, Easy and Important. 

For additional information and resources, visit the County’s website.
 

PRESS RELEASE CENTERS

County Executive

County Council

MCPS

M-NCPPC

State Government