New County Laws in Effect in July
July brings new changes into effect in Montgomery County. The changes include minimum wage increases, a law to improve tenant protections, and a leaf blower ban. Minimum Wage Increases Starting… Read More
Senators Alsobrooks and Van Hollen Host Town Hall Discussing ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
On June 26, Senators Angela Alsobrooks and Chris Van Hollen will hold a telephone town hall to discuss the Republican Party’s “Big, Beautiful Bill.” The meeting will occur at 5:30… Read More
County Launches Curbside Dining Pilot in Wheaton
Montgomery County’s new pilot program will allow restaurants in the Wheaton Urban District to turn parking spaces into outdoor seating areas. Starting on July 1, participating facilities can create “Curbside Seating… Read More
Bestselling Thriller Authors David Ellis and Chris Pavone Talk Twists and Tension
Bestselling thriller authors David Ellis and Chris Pavone joined moderator K.T. Nguyen for a engaging conversation at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday, May 17. David Ellis, a No. 1… Read More
Gaithersburg’s SummerFest Returns June 28
On June 28, Gaithersburg’s Bohrer Park will host SummerFest. It will be full of festivities and early Independence Day celebrations. The event is free to attend and is sponsored by… Read More
Rockville Town Square Hosts ‘Pokémon Go Fest: Global’
Rockville Town Square will host gamers for a local meetup of the global Pokémon GO Fest on June 28 and 29. The worldwide event invites players to unlock special bonuses… Read More
June 27–29 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Looking for things to do in Montgomery County this weekend? From fireworks to festivals, enjoy music, history, and family fun June 27–29. Here’s a roundup of things to do, whether… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, June 26, In Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, June 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Planning Board Meets: The board meets at 9 a.m. Watch live or on-demand. View meeting… Read More
Elrich Opposes Amendment to Leaf Blower Law
County Executive Marc Elrich stands against a proposed amendment to the county’s ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. The use of gas-powered leaf blowers will be banned in Montgomery County next… Read More
Charity, Comedy, Cats: CatVideoFest Comes to Silver Spring
It seems like the internet and cat videos go together like milk and cookies. And there’s someone whose real, full-time job is watching thousands of them to curate the annual,… Read More
Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Veirs Mill Road
Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) continues to investigate a fatal collision on June 10 in the vicinity of Veirs Mill and Newport Mill Roads. At… Read More
Silver Spring Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter
Darrel David Nixon, 31, of Silver Spring, was charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with a February assault that led to the death of Morgan Andrew Hippchen Stone, 44, of… Read More