White’s Ferry Owner Commits to Reopening Before Next Summer
After more than 230 years of service, historic White’s Ferry has been shut down since December 2020 due to a legal dispute Poolesville leaders held a forum Wednesday evening at… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She graduated from the University of Maryland in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. Previously, she was an intern with myMCM. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org or on Twitter @maryam_mcm.
Quince Orchard High School Football Paused Due to COVID-19 Outbreak
The Quince Orchard High School football program has been paused after six people who were last at the school Monday tested positive for COVID-19 . In a community message, Principal… Read More
County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles Resigns
Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles has resigned effective Sept. 12. County Executive Marc Elrich announced Gayles informed him of the decision Wednesday morning. He held the position since… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Aug. 18, In Montgomery County
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 18 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Governor’s Press Conference: Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan will give a COVID-19 update at 2… Read More
County Launches First Community Solar Panel Program
The Paddington Square Apartments complex in Silver Spring is the site of Montgomery County’s first community solar panel project, leaders announced at the residences Tuesday. The 286 kilowatts of solar… Read More
Police: 19-Year-Old Charged in Wheaton Homicide
A Silver Spring man has been arrested and charged with killing 25-year-old Marvin Alexander Mendoza, Montgomery County Police (MCPD) said in a release. Erik Aguilar, 19, is charged with first-degree… Read More
Entertainment Venue Leaders Concerned About the Future Amid Delta Variant Uncertainty
Live arts and entertainment venues have made major adjustments over the last 17 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations like Round House Theatre in Bethesda pivoted to digital content.… Read More
Group Rescued from Billy Goat Trail During Heat Emergency
15 juveniles and a few adults were rescued from the Billy Goat Trail in Potomac after feeling hot and suffering heat exhaustion, a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS)… Read More
5,800+ Households Have Received County COVID-19 Rental Assistance
More than 5,800 households in Montgomery County received rental assistance so far during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders shared during a press conference Thursday. $32 million has been distributed and Phase… Read More
County and Regional Leaders Explore COVID-19 Vaccine Passports
COVID-19 vaccine passports may be in our future, Montgomery County leaders said during a virtual media briefing Wednesday. “We’re having discussions with other regional leaders and I support the development… Read More
Heat Emergency Alert Issued Wednesday Afternoon Through Thursday Night
Montgomery County is under a Heat Emergency Alert from noon Wednesday until 8 p.m. Thursday. Emergency Management sends out the alert when temperature/heat index is forecast to be at least… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Aug. 11, In Montgomery County
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 11, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Heat Emergency Alert: Montgomery County is under a Heat Emergency Alert from noon today… Read More