5 Things to Know Today, March 22, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, March 22, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Antisemitism Panel Discussion: At 7 p.m., County Executive Marc Elrich and other leaders will join… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She has more than five years of reporting experience. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org.
Purple Line Passenger Service Still Slated For Fall 2026
The Purple Line light rail is expected to start passenger service in fall 2026. Construction started ramping up over the summer, said Matthew Pollack, Executive Director for Transit Development and… Read More
Kensington Woman Pleads Guilty to Murdering 92-Year-Old Roommate
A Kensington woman has pleaded guilty to killing her 92-year-old roommate in 2021, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO). Julia Birch, 27, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder… Read More
Glass: Budget Deliberations Officially Underway for Council
The recently-announced Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 operating budget is now in the hands of the county council. County Executive Marc Elrich released his proposed $6.8 billion budget last week. Council… Read More
House Fire Results in More Than $275K Worth of Damage
A house fire in Aspen Hill on Sunday resulted in more than $275,000 worth of damage, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. There… Read More
Cherry Blossoms Reach Stage 5
The Tidal Basin’s cherry blossom trees have reached stage five of six, according to the National Park Service (NPS). The blossoms are starting to show, NPS shared Saturday on Twitter.… Read More
Elrich’s Budget Fully Funds Montgomery College Request, Has Record Funding for Climate Initiatives
County Executive Marc Elrich’s $6.8 billion operating budget announced Wednesday fully funds Montgomery College’s request and includes record funding for environmental initiatives. The proposed budget fully covers Montgomery College’s $345.1… Read More
No Injuries After Tree Falls on House in Takoma Park
A large tree fell into a house in Takoma Park on Wednesday and narrowly missed a dog inside, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete… Read More
Police Applications Increase Since $20K Bonus Announcement, Chief Says
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has seen an increase in applications since the county announced a plan to offer a $20,000 bonus to newly-sworn police recruits, according to the… Read More
Elrich Proposes Property Tax Increase
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has proposed a 10-cent property tax increase to exclusively fund schools. According to the county, when adjusted for inflation, per-pupil spending in Montgomery County Public… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, March 15, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, March 15 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Last Day to Donate a Prom Dress: Today is the last day to donate to… Read More
Fire Chief: Deadly High-Rise Blaze ‘Formed a Worst Case Scenario’
Montgomery County Councilmembers gathered for a “rare” triple committee meeting Tuesday, per Councilmember Andrew Friedson, to discuss fire safety and codes in the wake of a deadly high-rise apartment fire… Read More