Early Voting Runs Through Thursday
It is early voting season for the presidential Primary Election. MCM stopped by the Silver Spring Civic Building on Tuesday to talk with voters and Dr. Gilberto Zelaya with the… 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.
5 Things to Know Today, May 7, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, May 7, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Purple Line: The Purple Line will host a virtual Community Advisory… Read More
Strathmore to Close Arts Venue ‘AMP’ at Pike & Rose
Strathmore will close its Pike & Rose venue “AMP” next month. The arts and cultural institution will close the venue after nine years when the lease ends June 30 because… Read More
Keeping Up With Katie: Ledecky Awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
Katie Ledecky is among 19 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Friday. President Joe Biden named the seven-time Olympic gold medal winner and Bethesda native as one of… Read More
Silver Spring Man Found Guilty of Murdering Wife
A Silver Spring man was found guilty Friday for murdering his wife. Dennis Hinnant Jr., 30, was found guilty of second-degree murder for killing his wife, 28-year-old Taresha Pendarvis, according… Read More
In ‘State of the County,’ Elrich Reflects on Progress, Challenges
County Executive Marc Elrich delivered his “State of the County” address Thursday evening in Rockville. Elrich mentioned successes like expanded budget forums and historic investments for affordable housing, and he… Read More
Police: 13-Year-Old Made Bomb Threat in March Against Lakelands Park Middle School
Police said a teen was identified in making a bomb threat against Lakelands Park Middle School in March. Detectives identified a 13-year-old as the individual responsible for making the threat,… Read More
MCPS Teacher of the Year Goes to Gaithersburg High School Educator
This year’s Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher of the Year goes to Melissa Porter Parks, English Language Development resource teacher at Gaithersburg High School. “I want to say thank… Read More
During Trip to Korea and China, Elrich Will Attend Bio-Health Convention, Recruit Companies
County Executive Marc Elrich will travel to Korea and China this month to attend an international bio-health convention and to meet with companies. In March, Elrich traveled to Taiwan for… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 1, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Teacher of the Year: The Montgomery County Public Schools Teacher… Read More
Part of Plane Wing Reportedly Lands in Montgomery Village
Part of a plane wing reportedly landed on police training grounds in Montgomery Village last week. According to county police, officers at the Public Safety Training Academy on Snouffer School… Read More
Police: Suspect Stole from Amazon Fresh in Chevy Chase on 36 Separate Occasions
Police said a suspect allegedly stole a total of about $7,000 in merchandise on separate occasions from Amazon Fresh in Chevy Chase. It happened over 36 separate instances between last… Read More