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May 09, 2023

Silver Spring Tastee Diner’s Contents Go Up For Auction

The Tastee Diner in Silver Spring closed in March after more than 80 years. The auction to sell off its contents includes memorabilia, the actual booths, and more.

Mar 22, 2023

Silver Spring’s Tastee Diner Abruptly Closes After More Than 80 Years In Business

The 24-hour diner that opened in 1935 shuttered abruptly to make way for a new development.

Sep 19, 2022

Ukrainians Gather At Local Festival To Celebrate And Reflect As War Continues

As the war against Russia continues on for a seventh month, local Ukrainians reflect on their culture and identity.

Mar 04, 2022

All Residents In Silver Spring Apartment Explosion Accounted For, Fire Chief Says

Officials say they are exploring multiple possibilities about what may have caused the explosion that injured more than a dozen people and displaced more than 200 residents.

Mar 01, 2022

As Russian Invasion Unfolds, A Local Ukrainian Church Offers Hope

With roots dating back to the arrival of Ukrainian immigrants to the D.C. area after World War II, the Silver Spring church is a community hub in a dark time.

Oct 13, 2021

First Look: Silver Spring’s Zinnia Blooms Into A Beer Garden, Café, And Fine-Dining Restaurant

Mrs. K’s Toll House has transformed into this multi-concept space with tons of outdoor seating.

Aug 27, 2021

First Look: The Angry Jerk Fires Up Caribbean Classics In Silver Spring

Owner Jason Miskiri is serving tacos and rice bowls — plus his grandmother’s roti.

Jul 08, 2021

More Than 9,000 D.C. Residents May Have Left Permanently During The Pandemic, Data Show

Many city dwellers relocated to neighborhoods within the D.C. region. Others went further — to the beach.

Dec 22, 2020

Washington Gas Fined $750,000 Related To Fatal Flower Branch Apartments Explosion

The utility failed to upgrade equipment that could have prevented the deadly explosion.

Nov 13, 2020

This Maryland Resident Wants Communities Of Color To Try Homesteading To Combat Food Insecurity

Vanessa Pierre is working to end misconceptions about home gardening and the homesteading lifestyle among communities of color.

 
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