October 4 is MCPS Walk to School Day
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) declared Oct. 4 as Walk to School Day. “Walking to school is a great way for children to make a positive difference in their communities,… 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.
Wootton Students: Bathrooms Smell, Air Conditioning Faulty
Five Wootton High School students spoke Thursday at the Montgomery County Board of Education concerning the “unhygienic environment” and “crumbling infrastructure” at their school in Rockville. Ashi Stanislaus, secretary of… Read More
Sugarloaf Mountain Closed ‘Until Further Notice’
Sugarloaf Mountain, a popular hiking spot, is closed until further notice as the owners reassess security needs on the property. Stronghold Incorporated, which owns the property in Frederick County near the… Read More
Inspector General Opens 2 Investigations on School’s Handling of Misconduct Allegations
The Montgomery County Inspector General opened two investigations relating to allegations that former Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) Principal Joel Beidleman was promoted despite multiple complaints of sexual harassment and… Read More
Wiseguy Pizza Now Open in Westfield Wheaton Mall
Wiseguy Pizza in Wheaton opened Wednesday, bringing its New York style pizza to the Westfield Wheaton mall. This is the fifth location for the family-run and minority-owned company. Two of… Read More
Chevy Chase’s Nature Forward Receives Grant to Add Trees in Urban Areas
Nature Forward in Chevy Chase received a $1.35 million grant to promote tree equity. It will use the funds to “foster a healthier environment for people and wildlife across the… Read More
Montgomery College Honored for Support of Students Who Are Parents
Montgomery College was named a 2023-2026 FamilyU seal recipient for its strides in supporting students who are parents. About 15% of students at Montgomery College parent while they attend college.… Read More
Proposed Rec Center in Gaithersburg to be Discussed at Town Hall Meeting
A community town hall about the possible construction of a new recreation center in Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village is set for Oct. 3 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The… Read More
Ridership Keeps Increasing on County’s Ride On Buses
Ridership on the county’s Ride On buses between March and June rose 9% as compared to the same period last year. Riders have continued to use the transit system at… Read More
Advocates Call for Elimination of ‘Subminimum Wage’ and Tip Credit
Councilmember Will Jawando introduced a bill Tuesday morning that would change the way tipped workers are compensated. Under his proposal, by 2028 the tip credit would be phased out, and… Read More
Council Strengthens Pedestrian, Bicyclist Safety Measures
The latest effort by Montgomery County Councilmembers to curb pedestrian and bicyclist crashes and deaths passed unanimously The Safe Street Act prioritizes student safety within one mile of schools, provides… Read More
Maryland Superintendent of Schools Opts Not to Seek Second Term
Maryland State Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury withdrew his request for a second term. In his letter to the state Board of Education, Choudhury, who became Maryland State Superintendent of Schools on… Read More