5 Things to Know Today, April 8, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, April 8, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Book Vending Machine: Just like using a soda or snack… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She has more than five years of reporting experience and is a University of Maryland graduate with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org.
Driver Dead in Single-Car Crash in Gaithersburg
Police report a man died and a woman was left in critical condition after a single-car crash on sSunday in Gaithersburg. 25-year-old William Giovanis Vasquez of Prince George’s County was… Read More
Countywide Curbside Recycling for Electronics and Batteries Coming Soon
By the end of the year, all households with curbside recycling services through the county will be able to recycle electronics and batteries, too. The county started phasing-in the electronic… Read More
‘Finer Womanhood Expo’ Focuses on Women’s Health and Wellness
The fifth Finer Womanhood Expo focused on women’s health and wellness last weekend at Montgomery College Germantown. The event was hosted by the Gamma Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter of the… Read More
‘Not Going to be Easy’ Dealing with Volume of Layoffs, Elrich Says
It is going to take a couple of days before it is clear how many county residents lost their jobs Tuesday, County Executive Marc Elrich said. Leaders spoke out Tuesday… Read More
Leaders Respond to Mass Layoffs at Health Agencies in County
On Tuesday, leaders responded to the administration’s mass layoffs of federal health and human services employees — including workers at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in White Oak. “Donald… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, April 2, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, April 2, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Route 29 Traffic Safety Operation: Police and partnering agencies will… Read More
‘We Are Here’: Community Celebrates Transgender Day of Visibility
Monday was the annual International Transgender Day of Visibility. Community members and organizations gathered in Bethesda to celebrate the transgender community. MCM stopped by the event Monday afternoon at the… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, April 1, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, April 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Cherry Blossoms:Â Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom in D.C. on Friday,… Read More
Women Celebrate Power of Mentorship For Future Generations
On Friday at the Silver Spring Civic Building, County Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles led the third annual Women’s History Event. The theme was Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.… Read More
Former NIH Director Says ‘Gray Cloud is Looming’ Over Agency
Amid layoffs and funding cuts made by the federal administration, former National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr. Francis Collins said it is a “remarkably difficult time” for the agency.… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, March 26, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, March 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Gearing Up For Pickleball Trip: 31 student-athletes have been practicing… Read More