Energy Summit Brings Business, Government Together
On Tuesday, a two-day energy summit highlighted how far Montgomery County has come in cleaning up the environment and how much more needs to be done. Discussions by company and… Read More
Suzanne Pollak
Suzanne is a freelance reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She has over 35 years professional experience writing for newspapers, magazines, non-profit newsletters and the web.
Council Offers Plan to Fill Vacant Office Space
With an office vacancy rate nearing 22%, Montgomery County Council’s Economic Development Committee members propose to codify and expand its current program to financially help new or expanding businesses. On… Read More
Dozen Houses of Worship Vandalized in Past Month
At least 12 houses of worship in Montgomery County have been burglarized in a little more than the past month, according to Kate Chance, Montgomery County’s faith community liaison. Overwhelmingly,… Read More
County Urges More Recycling, Less Waste
During Earth Month, Montgomery County officials boasted about the success of their recycling program and detailed plans to expand it. The goal is to keep as much waste out of… Read More
Montgomery Village Man Found Guilty of 2nd Degree Rape
A jury found Jose Dimas Ordonez-Marquez, 33, of Montgomery Village, guilty Wednesday of second-degree rape. He faces a maximum of 20 years in prison and will be sentenced Sept. 4.… Read More
Rockville Police Investigate Wednesday Night Shooting
Rockville City Police officers are investigating a Wednesday night shooting that left one man suffering from a single gunshot wound. According to Rockville Police, the shooting took place at 10:55… Read More
Chief Jones Shares Plans for Upcoming Retirement
Following a 38-year career with the Montgomery County Police, Chief Marcus Jones will retire July 1. He recently spoke with MCM about the department, his future plans and why he… Read More
Police Seek 6 Men Involved in Rockville Shooting
Montgomery County Police seek six men who may have been involved in a March 8 shooting in the 900 block of Persei Place in Rockville. Police arrived at the scene… Read More
MCPS Students Participate in Cyber, STEM Competitions, Career Fair
Montgomery County Public Schools Foundation’s partnerships with local businesses and Montgomery College recently enabled students to participate in statewide competition, showcases and career fairs. The educational foundation provides money to… Read More
Here’s How to Get a Free Prom Dress This Weekend
The third annual Project Prom Dress offers free dresses, suits, shoes and accessories to high school students. It will be held Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.… Read More
Council Concerned that Proposed $7.1 Billion Budget Would Increase Debt
Following non-binding straw votes Tuesday, Montgomery County Councilmembers agreed not to raise taxes and most likely not increase the amount of general obligations bonds to cover one-time expenditures. During a… Read More
Police Seek Driver in Fatal Hit and Run
A skateboarder was killed by a driver, who then fled the scene, early Monday morning, according to Montgomery County Police. The hit and run occurred at 12:02 a.m. on Veirs… Read More