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Hawkins Honored

Community leader Fran Hawkins (right) was honored by Rockville’s Mayor and Council last month with a certificate of recognition for her decades of service to the Lincoln Park community. Mayor Bridget Donnell Newton, left, made the presentation. Hawkins has been a tireless advocate and volunteer for the community, and has served on the Lincoln Park…
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Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries Allowed

Breweries, wineries and distilleries with tastings and samplings? That’s now a possibility in Rockville, following a zoning ordinance amendment approved by the Mayor and Council in February. The amendment allows full production of alcoholic beverages in some areas of the city. Production in the mixed-use employment zone must be at least 500 feet from a…
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Historic Tax Credits

Rockville’s Historic District Commission takes part in the county’s preservation tax credit program to help owners of historic properties with maintenance expenses for the exterior of their buildings. To learn more about the HDC and tax credit programs at the county, state or federal level, or for an application, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/historic. Applications should be postmarked…
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Lunar New Year Celebration to Highlight Rockville’s Asian Cultures

Feb. 24 Event Will Feature Music, Dancing and Martial Arts Demonstrations Celebrate the Year of the Dog with performances, interactive activities and cultural displays at the city’s Lunar New Year celebration. The annual celebration will be held from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at Richard Montgomery High School, 250 Richard Montgomery Drive. Multicultural performances…