Parents and Kiddos Kick Back at Kentlands Baby Bar
When Carolynne Nowrouzi went to her favorite coffee shop with her baby, a stroller and a diaper bag, she struggled to get to a highchair. And when the baby got… Read More
Fran Murphy
Executive Producer, Montgomery Community Media
Frustrations Build Over Bike Lanes on Old Georgetown Road
Following the deaths of two teenage bicyclists on Bethesda’s Old Georgetown Road in 2019, the State Highway Administration (SHA) looked to provide safer passage for pedestrians and cyclists. So last… Read More
Aspiring Broadcasters Learn at Sports Play by Play Camp
Years ago, kids who wanted to get into sports broadcasting had limited options available until they went to college. Things have changed in the last few years. The Play By… Read More
Council Signals Support for One Fair Wage
Everyone deserves a living wage for their work. But people you tip like waitresses, drivers and hotel personnel often earn a sub minimum wage. So far seven states have passed… Read More
County Shelter Still Offering Free Dog Adoptions
Two dozen dogs at the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) still need a forever home. And due to a critical population at the shelter, fee waived adoptions… Read More
Local Politicians Jumping on Barbie Bandwagon
Moviegoers know the opening of the Barbie movie this week is the cultural event of the summer. Everyone it seems wants to jump on the Barbie bandwagon. Even politicians. Ken-ergy… Read More
Metro Announces Summer Shutdowns on Green Line
Starting on Saturday, July 22, several stations on the Green Line will be shut down for the summer. College Park – University of Maryland, Hyattsville Crossing and West Hyattsville stations… Read More
300-Year-Old Linden Oak Toppled
On Tuesday morning, the County lost one of its oldest landmarks to the march of time. The majestic Linden Oak sprouted in 1723 and eventually grew to 95 feet tall… Read More
Rent Control Issues Spark Heated Debate
Tuesday, the County Council looks to pass a bill establishing rent controls. Nearly 40% of the county’s residents call rental properties home. This bill promises to impact a problem the… Read More
Bethesda Shop Celebrates National Ice Cream Day
What better way to celebrate National Ice Cream Day than with a visit to a locally owned and operated ice cream shop? Sarah’s Homemade in Bethesda’s Wildwood Shopping Center features… Read More
Readers Recommend 5 More Places for Delicious Ice Cream
To adequately prepare folks for National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 16, MCM posted a list of five local favorites on Thursday. Web watchers and social media mavens quickly… Read More
Takoma Park Police React to Taranto School Visit
Among numerous other charges, Taylor Taranto has been arrested by federal authorities for his participation in events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. According to the Washington Post,… Read More