Thursday, January 26, 2012
An eight-week police task force launched efforts against drunk driving and underaged drinking this holiday season.
A holiday police task force released the results of its eight-week effort against drunk driving and underaged drinking Wednesday, netting 317 arrests for drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs and another 270 gallons of beer confiscated from underage drinkers. The Montgomery County Police working with the Maryland State Police, Gaithersburg Police and the Maryland-National Capital Park Police launched the 15-member task force from mid-November through New Year’s Eve. According to the report the task force: The task force also proactively enforced underage drinking statutes. Officers seized in excess of: A press conference is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday at the Public Safety Training Academy in Rockville where Captain Thomas …
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Use New Year's leftover Champagne to make some sweet treats for the kitchen.
What to do with that wonderful bubbly leftover from your celebrations? You hate to throw it out, but you just can't face another Champagne cocktail. Even if your Champagne has lost some of its fizz, you can use it in many ways, for recipes both sweet and savory. You won't taste the alcohol, but the Champagne flavor will really enhance the other flavors. Here are some ideas for you: 1. If you happen to have one of those little ice cream makers, pull that baby out and put it in your freezer. Then you can make sorbet with your leftover sweet Champagne and serve with fresh berries. I'm not normally a fan of out-of-season fruit flown in from heaven knows where, but Champagne and raspberries are pretty darn magical! 2. Treat Champagne as if it …
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Do you have New Years' greetings or thanks for you community? Send them in to Patch!
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Saturday, December 31, 2011
The Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank the community for their generous donations of over 600 toys collected this year for the Toys for Tots Program and the National Center for Children and Families in Bethesda Maryland. On Christmas Eve, Santa and his Elf’s arrived on top of our fire truck to deliver several toys to each child that was on their list to Santa.
With the new year upon us, the US government offers some popular choices for resolutions.
Now down to the final hours of 2011, we want to hear from you about your New Year's Resolution for 2012. The US government offers 13 popular choices for resolutions and gives some tips on how to keep them up. They include, amongst others: Have you attempted any of these resolutions in the past, and if so, were you successful? What are some other resolutions you and your family are working towards for 2012?
Friday, December 30, 2011
Take a free cab in D.C. if you're feeling tipsy.
During the last decade, the highest number of alcohol-related traffic fatalities occurred on New Year’s Day, according to a study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. And even though D.C. wasn't rated as one of the top 25 drunkest cities in the United States, there will likely be a lot of imbibing happening in the DMV. That can make getting home safely tricky, but there is a way back if you find yourself without a designated driver and with empty pockets. Although AAA is not offering their tipsy tow program in any of the Mid-Atlantic states this New Year's Eve, adult partygoers in the Washington area can take advantage of the SoberRide program, which is co-sponsored by the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP). On Dec. 31, from …
Bulldogs Overcome Slow Start to Defeat Titans
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Friday, December 30, 2011
In the beginning of Wednesday's Bobby Miller Bulldog Holiday Classic Championship match-up, the Winston Churchill Bulldogs appeared to be more than hospitable hosts spotting the Shaler Area (PA) Titans a 13-2 lead with just over four minutes gone in the first quarter. But down 13-2, Churchill suddenly re-discovered its defensive intensity and carried that energy to a 51-47 come from behind victory to earn the tournament championship. For Churchill, it was the Bulldogs' second consecutive Bobby Miller Bulldog Holiday Classic title after narrowly missing a championship in 2009 with an overtime loss. Coming into the game, the Bulldogs knew that Shaler from the Pittsburgh metropolitan area would be a well-coached, talented and disciplined …
Charles Daniels' 250,000-light display catches judges' eyes; eligible for $100,000 prize that would go to the Howard County Public School System.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Check out our calendar for more weekend events.
1. Great Falls Hike Where/When: Sunday, Jan. 1 at 11 a.m.; C&O Canal Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center, 11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac. Why Go: The Adventuring Outdoors Group is hosting a Great Falls Hike. The starting point of the hike is the historic Great Falls Tavern, continue through the Gold Mine Loop and return to the tavern. Lunch will be at the Falls Overlook. Please see web site for more information. Pricing: Free 2. New Year's Eve Swing Dance at Glen Echo Park Where/When: Saturday, Dec. 31, at 8 p.m.; Glen Echo Park, 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Why Go: Swing in the New Year at Glen Echo Park. Enjoy a night of swing dancing to the music of the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. Purchase tickets online or at the Spanish Ballroom. …
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Mulch from county recycled trees can be picked up in February.
It’s the second day after Christmas and for some the ever-green decorations of holiday cheer are devolving into a drab-brown, needle-dropping mess. Take charge of the situation before your happiness starts drooping along with the ornaments. Montgomery County will give residents the opportunity to recycle Christmas trees through February. Trees should be placed on the curb by 7 a.m. on the day of your regular recycling schedule. All decorations should be removed from the tree prior to collection. Trees with root balls are considered “live” and cannot be collected as part of the county’s regular recycling program. Artificial trees will not be collected, but can be donated to area charities. After collection, the trees are shredded into mulch…
Monday, December 26, 2011
It's over. The gifts are unwrapped. When does your tree come down?
The gifts are unwrapped, the stockings are lying empty on the floor, tinsel strewns your living room instead of the tree. It’s the day after Christmas and for some that means it’s time to take down the decorations. For others, the happy holiday decorations stay up until well after the new year. What’s your plan, Potomac? It’s the day after Christmas – when does your tree come down?
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