5 Things to Know Today, May 24, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, May 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County for the Memorial Day Weekend. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Council Approves Budget: On Thursday, the… Read More
‘Let Us In’: Several Teachers Not Permitted to Enter Meeting
Thursday afternoon’s Board of Education (BOE) meeting began with President Karla Silvestre acknowledging that staff reductions are possible during what she called a challenging budget. Montgomery County councilmembers approved a… Read More
Pepco Ordered to Improve Street Lighting Repairs, Billing
About a year and a half after Maryland Delegate Al Carr (D-18) asked the Public Service Commission (PSC) to make Pepco improve street lighting repairs and billing system, his efforts… Read More
‘Not The Way To Run A School System’: Councilmembers Criticize School Board for Potential Layoffs
On Thursday, the county council approved a $7.1 billion operating budget, including $3.3 billion for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). The vote came as councilmembers just found out the school… Read More
Argentine Health Delegation Visits Mary’s Center in Silver Spring
A health delegation from Argentina’s private and public sectors visited Mary’s Center Clinic on Wednesday in Silver Spring to learn about the U.S. health system and explore avenues for research,… Read More
Car Registration Fees Will Rise Sharply Starting July 1
Due to a shortfall in funds for road construction in the state, Marylanders will soon be paying more for their car registration. A new law passed in a budget compromise… Read More
Subjefe de Policía Marc Yamada Nominado para Suceder al Jefe Policial Marcus Jones
El subjefe de policía Marc Yamada fue nominado para ser el decimoctavo jefe de policía del condado de Montgomery. El jefe de policía Marcus Jones, que se jubilará el 1… Read More
Board of Education Considers Cutting 143 Teaching Positions
Montgomery County councilmembers were told Thursday morning that Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is considering laying off 143 teachers to make its budget work, according to Councilmember Will Jawando. Board… Read More
Flags for Our Heroes: A Memorial Day Tribute in Gaithersburg
Hundreds of American flags will be on display at Gaithersburg’s Bohrer Park during Memorial Day weekend. The annual event, known as Flags for our Heroes, honors members of the armed… Read More
Tips on How to Better Navigate Toll Roads Memorial Day Weekend
For those planning to travel on Maryland toll roads this Memorial Day weekend, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) offers the following tips for a smoother trip. Prioritize Safety Marylanders continue… Read More
Concejo Aprueba Presupuesto Operativo de $7.1 Mil Millones Para el Año Fiscal 2025
El Concejo del Condado de Montgomery votó el jueves para aprobar el presupuesto operativo del condado de $7.1 mil millones para el año fiscal (FY) 2025 y el Programa de… Read More
May 24-27 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Welcome to MCM’s Weekend Roundup of entertainment in Montgomery County for the Memorial Day Weekend. Here are 12 things to do this weekend, May 24-27. Friday, May 24 Glen Echo… Read More