Author Archives: Alison Beckwith
Mount Rainier Installs New Wayfinding Signs Along Route 1
The city of Mount Rainier recently installed new wayfinding signs along Route 1 on Rhode Island Avenue.
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The Historical Marker of Slavery on Route 1 You May Have Missed
One small reminder of slavery on the Route 1 corridor is a modest marker located at the Bostwick House in Bladensburg, one of the area’s most historic mansions and rarely seen by the public. Continue reading
Riverdale Park’s Burtons Grill Launches New Brunch Menu This Weekend
Located at the Station at Riverdale Park, the restaurant has launched an expanded brunch menu with gluten-free and allergy-safe offerings. Continue reading
Hyattsville Installs Solar-Powered E-Ink Message Boards Around City
The signs use the same electronic ink screen technology that is used in a Kindle e-reader, which makes them dramatically more efficient than traditional screens. Continue reading
Riverdale Park Locksmith Closes Storefront, Goes Mobile-Only After 64 Years
A Riverdale Park locksmith has shut his brick-and-mortar store after 64 years and gone mobile-only, due to lingering effects of the pandemic. Continue reading
Hyattsville Native Kendra McIntyre Dances in ‘The Color Purple’ Remake
Hyattsville native, Northwestern High alum, and former Joe’s Movement Emporium dance instructor Kendra McIntyre helped bring dance to the new film remake of “The Color Purple.” Continue reading
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Two New Hispanic Markets Now Open on Route 1
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College Park Pays for Historical Record of Lakeland Community
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Bus Driver Dies After Crash Into Two Riverdale Park Buildings
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Cheverly Sues Bladensburg to Stop Annexation of Former Hospital Site
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New Pizzeria at Brentwood’s miXt Food Hall Uses 72-Hour Dough Recipe
