Italian Restaurant to Open in Former La Paz Space in Downtown Frederick

In November 2024, we shared that after nearly 50 years in business, La Paz Mexican Restaurant had announced its final day would be December 8. The restaurant’s owner, Graham Baker, had decided to sell the restaurant and its building.  Thomas Zipelli, the new owner, plans to open an Italian-themed restaurant at this location on Carroll Creek. Zipelli is also the chef and owner of Salt … Continue reading Italian Restaurant to Open in Former La Paz Space in Downtown Frederick

Frederick Health Systems Taken Offline Due To Ransomware Attack

Frederick Health Hospital experienced a ransomware attack on Monday, leading to its systems being taken offline, which resulted in the emergency department not being able to accept new patients this morning. The organization released a statement on Monday afternoon regarding the ransomware event. The notice can be read below: “Frederick Health recently identified a ransomware event. We took immediate steps to help contain the incident, … Continue reading Frederick Health Systems Taken Offline Due To Ransomware Attack

Route 15, Downtown Frederick Hotel Project Get Significant Funding in Governor’s Budget

Governor Wes Moore’s recently released budget includes significant funding for several key initiatives. The budget allocates $7.4 million towards the crucial Route 15 project in Frederick County, a long-awaited infrastructure upgrade that will improve traffic flow, enhance safety, and stimulate economic development in the region. Additionally, the budget includes $7.5 million for the much-anticipated Downtown Hotel and Conference Center project. This project is expected to … Continue reading Route 15, Downtown Frederick Hotel Project Get Significant Funding in Governor’s Budget

Marco’s Pizza Coming Soon to Frederick Shopping Center

Marco’s Pizza is set to open its doors in Frederick by the end of January, bringing their fresh, authentic flavors to the city. Enjoy their famous menu featuring freshly baked pizzas, cheesy breadsticks, flavorful wings, delicious subs, and much more. Marco’s Pizza will be open from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 AM to midnight on weekends. A Grand Opening event is … Continue reading Marco’s Pizza Coming Soon to Frederick Shopping Center

Downtown Frederick Hotel & Conference Center Breaks Ground

Since August 2023, we’ve kept you informed on the upcoming Downtown Frederick Hotel & Conference Center project along Carroll Creek. The project officially broke ground with a ceremony held on Thursday, December 19th. Maryland Governor Wes Moore and local officials were in attendance. The Marriott branded hotel & conference center will be developed by the Plamondon Companies and will feature 208 rooms, 22,000+ square-feet of … Continue reading Downtown Frederick Hotel & Conference Center Breaks Ground

Party City To Close After Nearly 40 Years in Business

After nearly 40 years in business, Party City has announced it will be closing all of its stores, according to a CNN report on Friday.  The closures will affect 19 Maryland locations, including the store in Frederick at 5600 Urbana Pike. The other Maryland stores include: Annapolis, Baltimore, Bel Air, Catonsville, Cockeysville, Columbia, Forestville, Gaithersburg, Hagerstown, Lanham, Laurel, Owings Mills, Pasadena, Rockville, Salisbury, Waldorf, Westminster, … Continue reading Party City To Close After Nearly 40 Years in Business

The Price is Right Live coming to Frederick in January

The iconic game show is coming to Frederick! The Price Is Right Live will be at the Weinberg Center in Downtown Frederick on January 21st & 28th at 7 PM. Ticket prices vary. Visit Weinbergcenter.org for tickets. Details below: “The Price Is Right Live™ is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” … Continue reading The Price is Right Live coming to Frederick in January

New Indoor Soccer Facility Set to Open Near Downtown Frederick

Frederick is set to welcome a brand-new indoor soccer facility just outside of Downtown Frederick, nearly 4,000 square feet in size, with an anticipated opening in March 2025. The facility will host soccer leagues, youth programs, events, and more, filling the void left by the closure of Frederick Indoor Sports Center (FISC) in March 2022. The owner of the upcoming facility invited us for an … Continue reading New Indoor Soccer Facility Set to Open Near Downtown Frederick

Visitation Frederick Hotel Set To Open Soon in Downtown Frederick

Since March 2022 we let you know that construction was underway for the Visitation Hotel Frederick on E 2nd St in Downtown Frederick, MD.•The project included renovating the historic former Visitation Academy (a Catholic all-girls school) into a boutique Marriott affiliated hotel, complete with a full-service spa and fitness center, an intimate performance venue, and a white-tablecloth restaurant with bar. The name of the restaurant … Continue reading Visitation Frederick Hotel Set To Open Soon in Downtown Frederick

Potbelly Moves Closer to Opening in Frederick

Since July 2023 we first reported on Potbelly’s plans for expansion into Frederick County. More recently in October we let you know that the popular sandwich chain would be coming to the former Moe’s Southwest Grill space at 211 Shorebird St (in the Market Square at Frederick shopping center). Coming Soon signage is now visible around the exterior of the building, signaling progress is being … Continue reading Potbelly Moves Closer to Opening in Frederick