MD Unemployment Claims: 37,383 Filed Last Week; New Total Tops 1M

Maryland workers filed another 37,383 new unemployment claims last week​, pushing the 17-week jobless total to more than 1 million.

First-Time Unemployment Claims Top 971K In Maryland

First-time jobless claims in Maryland rose again last week, even as more have businesses reopened.

MD's First-Time Unemployment Claims Bump Up By 56,126

New jobless claims in Maryland rose again last week, even as businesses reopen under phase two of Gov. Hogan's coronavirus recovery plan.

MD Sees Slight Uptick In First-Time Unemployment Claims

Maryland saw a slight uptick in first-time jobless claims last week due to the coronavirus pandemic's restrictions. Here's the latest.

Staying Connected at Riderwood

Riderwood TV Keeps Residents Engaged and Informed

Unemployment In MD: First-Time Claims Near 900K Amid Pandemic

Maryland workers filed another 41,941 new unemployment claims last week, pushing the 13-week jobless total to more than 800,800.

Riderwood's Realty & Moving Services Adapting to Times

An interview with Erickson Living’s Sharon Baksa, national program manager

MD New Unemployment Claims Top 662K Amid Coronavirus Crisis

An additional 48,963 Marylanders filed for first-time unemployment benefits, pushing the 10-week jobless total to more than 662,500.

$200K Awarded To County Businesses To Make PPE: Coronavirus

Seventy-three percent of the funding was awarded to Montgomery Co. companies led by women or minority entrepreneurs, according to officials.

County To Stop Accepting Applications For $25M Relief Program

Montgomery County will stop accepting applications for its emergency grant program on April 25.

MD's New Unemployment Claims Surpass 350K Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Nearly 50,000 Marylanders applied for jobless benefits last week, bringing the five-week total to more than 350,000.

Silver Spring Day School Needs Your Support

Learn how Silver Spring Day School is faring during the coronavirus and what you can do to support them during this difficult time.

Montgomery County Creating Small Business Emergency Grant Program

Montgomery County will be offering emergency grants for small businesses struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic.

What's Open, Closed In Silver Spring During Coronavirus Shutdowns

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

Montgomery Unemployment Claims Soar 4,712% In March: Coronavirus

More than 9,000 Montgomery County residents applied for jobless benefits last week as businesses shut their doors to combat the coronavirus.

Silver Spring Business Owners: Open or Closed? Let Customers Know

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

Seniors, At-Risk Shoppers Get Special Grocery Hours: Coronavirus

In Montgomery County, supermarkets have set aside special hours for seniors and at-risk customers to shop without the large crowds.

CVS Waiving Delivery Fees For Meds: Locations In Silver Spring

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

Silver Spring Jobs: Career Coach, Wine Sales Rep, Event Director

Koons Silver Spring, Sunrise Senior Living, Xceptional Wildlife Removal, Pike Productions; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Montgomery County Recreation To Hold 3 Jobs Fairs

Montgomery County Recreation is looking for part-time employees to work during the 2020 summer season.

Analyst, Natural Resources Specialist: Silver Spring Job Openings

State Farm, Mindoula Health, The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Small Business Saturday: Who You Can Support In Silver Spring

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

Silver Spring Jobs: Physical Therapist, Project Manager, Nurse

State Farm, American Nurses Association, Kaizen Karate, Leidos, Discovery Education; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Blue Heron Pub Opens at Riderwood

The Blue Heron Pub is one of seven restaurants at Riderwood

Koons Of Silver Spring Signs World Cup Champ As Spokesperson

Rose Lavelle, breakout star on the U.S. women's national team, is now a spokesperson for a Silver Spring automotive dealership.

Riderwood Residents Using Technology Now More than Ever

Digital devices, apps and social media support community’s active, engaged retirement lifestyle

White Oak Medical Center Opens Its Doors In Silver Spring

White Oak Medical Center, which opened on Sunday, offers private patient rooms and a nationally recognized heart care program.

Silver Spring Jobs: Teacher, Restaurant Manager, Nurse

Edgewood Management, Comfort Home Care LLC, GAMA-1 Technologies, NurseFly Travel Nursing; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Pastry Chef, Software Developer: Job Openings in Silver Spring

Bank of America, FDA, Massage Envy, Sunrise Senior Living, Best Version Media; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

15 Job Openings In Silver Spring

Athena Consulting, NATECH, Trinity Health, Shearwater Systems; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

15 Job Openings In Silver Spring

H&R Block, Gecko Hospitality, TeamPeople, Blaine Window & Door, Patrice & Associates; Silver Spring Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Planning for a Secure Retirement at Riderwood

Traditional concerns of home ownership replaced with maintenance-free living

Target Drive-Up Service Now Available In Silver Spring

Target's popular drive-up service is now available at more than 1,250 stores, including Silver Spring.

Former Discovery HQ In Silver Spring Lands First New Tenant

Children's National Health System​ signed a 15-year lease to occupy four floors at the former Discovery headquarters in Silver Spring.

Free Pretzels: National Pretzel Day In Silver Spring

Get a free pretzel on Friday, April 26, in honor of National Pretzel Day.

Riderwood Awards 78 Collegiate Scholarships to Employees

More than $228,000 was raised for the students mainly by resident contributions

Hundreds Attend Sales EXPO at Riderwood

More than 180 people attended the annual Spring EXPO at Riderwood

Riderwood’s Lori Hamilton Named Leader of the Year

Hamilton Named Leader of the Year for 2018 by Erickson Living

Riderwood Executive Chef has Deep Rooted Love for Culinary Arts

Executive Chef Chad Wisner’s Passion for Cooking Motivates Him to Learn More Everyday

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