Small Business Saturday 2020: Who You Can Support In Rockville

Small Business Saturday — it's on Nov. 28 this year — helps local businesses in Rockville navigate pandemic hardships.

MD's First-Time Jobless Claims Rise Amid Coronavirus Surge

Initial unemployment filings ticked up last week in Maryland as coronavirus cases surged across the state and country.

MD Unemployment Claims Drop Slightly To 18,383 Last Week

The latest figure pushes Maryland's total number of unemployment claims since early March to more than 1.3 million.

Rockville Lab Can Resume COVID-19 Testing Following Investigation

AdvaGenix has been cleared to resume COVID-19 testing, two months after a joint state and federal investigation found deficient practices.

Athleta Set To Open First Montgomery County Location Next Year

Women's activewear brand Athleta is coming to Rockville's Congressional Plaza. It will be the company's first Montgomery County location.

70% Jump In First-Time Jobless Claims In Maryland Last Week

Initial unemployment claims more than doubled last week in Maryland, after dropping to its lowest level since mid-March.

Montgomery Co. Business Briefing Hosted On Oct. 2: How To RSVP

Montgomery County residents affected by the coronavirus pandemic can tune into Council President Sidney Katz's business briefing on Oct. 2.

First-Time Jobless Claims Drop To Lowest Level In Five Months

New applications for Maryland jobless benefits fell last week to its lowest level since mid-March, state officials said Thursday.

More Businesses Can Reopen Under Phase 2; Soccer Is Permitted

Art galleries, museums, and bowling alleys can now reopen in Montgomery County. And soccer is no longer considered a high-risk sport.

New Unemployment Claims Tick Up Slightly In MD; Total Tops 1.1M

First-time unemployment claims ticked up slightly last week in Maryland after five weeks of decline.

Montgomery County Terminates COVID-19 Contract With Rockville Lab

Montgomery County has terminated its coronavirus testing contract with AdvaGenix.

Tattoo Parlors, Tanning Salons Can Now Reopen In Montgomery Co.

Personal service businesses — such as tattoo parlors and waxing salons — can reopen in Montgomery County.

Revamped Barnes & Noble To Open At Congressional Plaza

Barnes & Noble is coming to Rockville's Congressional Plaza on Wednesday.

New Unemployment Claims In MD Fall To Lowest Level Since March

Initial unemployment claims in Maryland fell last week to its lowest level since mid-March, according to the state's labor department.

Madison Reed Salon Opens Second County Location In Rockville

Hair color startup Madison Reed is now open at Rockville's Congressional Plaza.

County-Based Businesses Recognized For COVID-19 Relief Efforts

These Montgomery County-based companies are being recognized by the state for their contributions to COVID-19 relief efforts.

MoCo's Business Briefing To Focus On Performing Arts: How To RSVP

Montgomery County residents affected by the coronavirus pandemic can tune into Council President Sidney Katz's business briefing on June 12.

Applications Being Accepted For Small Business Financial Aid

Businesses with five employees or fewer are eligible to receive up to $10,000 as part of a county Microenterprise Stabilization Program,

MD New Unemployment Claims Hit 613K During Coronavirus Crisis

An estimated 51,108 Marylanders filed for first-time unemployment benefits last week — a decrease of nearly 15,000 claims since May 9.

Montgomery Co. Business Briefing Hosted On May 15: How To RSVP

Montgomery County residents affected by the coronavirus pandemic can tune into Council President Sidney Katz's business briefing on May 15.

More Than $10.6M In Coronavirus Grants Going To County Businesses

Montgomery County has allocated more than $10.6M of its $25M coronavirus grant program to struggling small businesses and nonprofits.

New MD Unemployment Claims Top 496K Amid Coronavirus Crisis

More than 109,200 Marylanders filed for first-time unemployment benefits, bringing the seven-week total to more than 496,700.

Montgomery Co. Business Briefing Hosted On May 8: How To RSVP

Montgomery County residents affected by the coronavirus pandemic can tune into Council President Sidney Katz's business briefing on May 8.

Unemployment Claims In Montgomery County Jump Over 60 Percent

The coronavirus outbreak is taking its toll on Montgomery County, as unemployment claims spiked 67 percent over the week before.

Montgomery Co. Business Webinar Hosted On April 9: How To RSVP

Montgomery County businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic can tune into Councilmember Tom Hucker business webinar on April 9.

What's Open, Closed In Rockville During Coronavirus Shutdowns

Check out Patch's local business guide to see what's open and closed in Rockville during the coronavirus pandemic.

Rockville Business Owners: Open or Closed? Let Customers Know

We're publishing a simple Open-or-Closed directory for Rockville businesses. Here's how to get listed.

Safeway Is Hiring In Montgomery County During Coronavirus Crisis

Safeway said it has approximately 1,000 immediate openings at locations in Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Delaware.

Marylanders Line Up To Get Rockville Distillery's Hand Sanitizers

Nursing homes, government offices, and medical practices from all over Maryland want Twin Valley Distillers' hand sanitizers.

Distillery Makes Hand Sanitizer Instead Of Liquor: Coronavirus

Twin Valley Distillers is turning its high-proof alcohol into hand sanitizer amid shortages stemming from the coronavirus pandemic.

CVS Waiving Delivery Fees For Meds: Locations In Rockville

CVS Pharmacies will waive charges for the home delivery of prescription meds amid precautions regarding the new coronavirus.

Rockville Job Openings: Designer, Accountant, Teacher, Mechanic

KinderCare Education, Sunrise Senior Living, BlueRock Agency, Bnai Israel Congregation; Rockville Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Rockville Pier 1 Store Among 9 Maryland Locations Set To Close

Rockville is one of nine Maryland Pier 1 Imports stores set to close in the coming months, store employees and reports say.

Madison Reed Salon Coming To Rockville's Congressional Plaza

Hair color startup Madison Reed is coming to Rockville's Congressional Plaza this spring.

Upscale Barbershop Coming To Rockville In Early 2020

Boardroom Salon for Me​n, an upscale barbershop based in Texas, will open its first D.C. area location in Rockville this year.

The Joint Chiropractic – Rockville to Host Grand Opening Event

The Joint is hosting special grand opening activities on Sat., Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Small Business Saturday 2019: Who You Can Support In Rockville

Patch has compiled a list of businesses you can support in Rockville on Small Business Saturday.

Writer, Accountant, Sales Associate: Rockville Job Openings

Leidos, Montgomery County Government, Lumber Liquidators, AAA Club Alliance, Revature; Rockville Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Social Worker, Design Consultant, Teacher: Rockville Job Openings

UPS, Renewal By Andersen, Education One, American Society of Human Genetics, Midas; Rockville Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Retailer Lands' End Opens In Rockville On Oct. 26

Lands' End, an American lifestyle brand, opens at Congressional Plaza on Oct. 26. And the store will be hosting a grand opening celebration.