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Congressman Delaney Suggests Fixes for a Deadlocked Congress
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John Delaney is the first-term congressman from Maryland’s sixth district, which includes Gaithersburg. During his campaign, Delaney, a Democrat and former banker, talked about many things, including the dysfunctional way in which Congress conducts business. Now he has experienced firsthand…
Tips for a Safe, Spooktacular Halloween
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Who doesn’t remember dressing up for Halloween and trolling the neighborhood for treats as a child—or possibly as an opportunistic teenager? It’s a ritual as American as apple pie, a true joy of youth. Unfortunately, it can also be dangerous.…
City Scene
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Chief’s Award Presented to Hunt, Weymouth On July 23, a car crashed through a set of utility doors to the right of the main entrance of the Sam’s Club on South Frederick Avenue. One victim was struck in the parking…
New, Stronger Flu Vaccine for Seniors
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Concerns over a higher risk and greater incidence of the flu for senior Americans has led to a new vaccine this season. According to Dr. Richard Bikel of the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the vaccine was necessary because of…
Riding for More Than Miles
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By Sean Gossard They rode 320 miles in only four days. From Pittsburgh, through the mountains of western Pennsylvania and Maryland, beside the Potomac River in Harpers Ferry, W. Va., and finally along the C&O Canal to their destination at…
Moms on the Run Head to Washingtonian Woods
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The cars with Virginia license plates were the first to arrive; Virginians had allowed ample time for traffic. Shortly thereafter, cars from Maryland and the District formed a line that snaked out the drive of the Washingtonian Woods Clubhouse and…
Around Town
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Kentlands Panel Examines Managing Turf Without Chemicals Chuck Schuster is a senior agent, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Commercial Horticulture at the University of Maryland, Montgomery County Extension Service. On Oct. 2 at the Kentlands Community Clubhouse, he spoke to a…
From Nutrition to Hormone Therapy: Kentlands Wellness Centers Offer Health Optimization
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By Nora Fitzpatrick The health and wellness industry in the United States is thriving and growing substantially each year. Everywhere you turn, there are online articles and news segments about steps we can take to get healthier and fitter. We…
Shop Talk
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Moe’s Southwest Grill Comes to Gaithersburg The restaurant famous for its rollicking “Welcome to Moe’s!” is coming to Gaithersburg in the Shops of Potomac Valley shopping center in November. Franchise partner Frank Maresca said that the franchise has locations in…