The Silver Spring Penguin presents two video clips from Monday’s discussion on the Forest Glen pedestrian bridge. Check out Video: Safety tips from county police and Video: A mugging victim’s advice. Other multimedia files are listed along the right side of the screen, under the heading “Multimedia” (what else). Video photography by Rock Hopper for The Silver Spring Penguin.
Gov. Martin O’Malley (D) proposes to cough up $2 million to lure the Birchmere nightclub to Silver Spring. If Maryland’s legislature approves, the Birchmere ball falls into the county’s court. (more…)
Silver Spring’s urban advisory committee voted Thursday to support the development of a paved Veterans Plaza. The decision contradicts a citizens advisory board letter in support of more green at the planned civic center. (more…)
This week, everybody–and I mean everybody–has something to say about the state of things. At the Penguin newsroom, the state of things goes like this: Still overworked, underpaid and uninsured. At least the coffee’s good and the donuts are fresh. Here’s what else is cooking this week. (more…)
On Saturday, the Long Branch public library (8800 Garland Ave) presents a free screening of the movie “Crash.” The 2005 drama examines the complexities of racial tolerance and owns three Oscars, including one for best picture. Everybody’s in this movie: Terrence Howard, Matt Dillon, Sandra Bullock, and LUDAH! Chris “Ludacris” Bridges. The film rolls at 1:30 p.m. and a discussion with film critic Stan Levin follows.
The county planning board has selected a preliminary design for its new Silver Spring headquarters. The project, which will sit on Georgia Avenue and Spring Street, will include more than 300 residential units. (more…)









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