5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 31, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Oct. 31, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Local Makeup Artist Brings Halloween Magic Tips to MCM Studios:… 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.
Local Author Showcase Happening Nov. 22 in Wheaton
Montgomery County Public Libraries will host its first-ever annual showcase of local authors Saturday, Nov. 22 in Wheaton. It is a free, family-friendly book fair and meet-the-author event from 12-5… Read More
Council Announces Nearly $8 Million Funding to Offset Shutdown, Trump Impacts
It is nearing day 30 of the federal government shutdown. Federal SNAP benefits end Saturday, Nov. 1. Montgomery County Council members have now announced $7.75 million in funding for local… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 29, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Oct. 29, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Rally for Silver Spring International Middle School: Parents and students… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 28, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Oct. 28, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Police Investigating Incident at Middle School That Left Student Hospitalized:… Read More
Parents, Students Rally for Silver Spring International Middle School
Parents and students want to save Silver Spring International Middle School after the Montgomery County Public Schools superintendent announced plans to close the campus. In his plan Superintendent Thomas Taylor,… Read More
After Six-Year Closure, Olney Ale House Reopens Tuesday
After a 2019 kitchen fire led to Olney Ale House closing for six years, the landmark restaurant is reopening its doors Tuesday. The century-old building underwent an extensive restoration, but… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 27, In Montgomery County
It’s Monday, Oct. 27, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Rep. McClain Delaney Bemoans Nursing Shortage During College Visit: U.S.… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 24, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Oct. 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. The Shutdown Continues: On day 22 of the federal government… Read More
Superintendent Says It’s Time to Find a New Warehouse as Building Conditions Decline
The condition of Montgomery County Public Schools’ buildings is deteriorating, including the warehouse in Rockville, which was constructed using materials recycled from the World War II era, according to MCPS… Read More
Raskin Warns of ‘Very Scary’ Health Care Cuts Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown
On day 22 of the federal government shutdown, U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) hosted a roundtable in Silver Spring to speak out about Medicaid cuts under the Trump administration and… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 22, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Oct. 22, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. ‘This is the First Time, We Are the Enemies’: Furloughed… Read More