Five Montgomery County Hikes To Get You Away From Crowds
As the Coronavirus sweeps over the country, many are encouraged to practice social distancing. If you’re in need of some fresh air, here are some local hiking trails in Montgomery… Read More
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Several Grocery Stores Offering Senior-Only Shopping Hours
Several grocery stores are offering senior-only shopping hours to accommodate vulnerable residents during the coronavirus pandemic. Below is a list of stores in Montgomery County that are offering such opportunities: … Read More
Montgomery Parks Limits Gatherings to Maximum of Ten
To insure public safety from the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), Montgomery Parks is limiting gatherings to a maximum of ten people. Although parks will remain open, indoor facilities are closed through… Read More
College Board Confirms At-Home AP Exams
The College Board confirmed Friday that face-to-face Advanced Placement (AP) exams will not happen this year due to the coronavirus outbreak. In a statement, the board said that it will… Read More
Takoma Park Restricts Playground Equipment Usage
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) health emergency, the City of Takoma Park is taking caution by restricting the usage of playground equipment. A post on the City Manager’s blog said:… Read More
Rockville Police Suspend Some Services, Close Administrative Offices to the Public
Rockville City Police Department has made operational changes in response to the coronavirus emergency. The changes will allow city police to continue serving the city while protecting the health and… Read More
MCPS utiliza Autobuses Escolares para Distribuir Comidas Gratis
Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery (MCPS) usaron autobuses escolares para distribuir comidas gratuitas a los estudiantes entre las 11 a.m. y la 1 p.m. del viernes. Las comidas… Read More
Hogan Announces First Infant and Teenager Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed in Maryland
Gov. Larry Hogan said the first cases of COVID-19 in an infant and teenager in Maryland were confirmed Friday. As of this morning, Maryland has 149 confirmed cases of #COVID19—up… Read More
Doctors Weigh in on Whether Playing Golf is Safe Right Now
Lots of people in Montgomery County are playing golf right now but is it safe to do so given the importance of social distancing? Dr. Pasquale Santini, an internist in… Read More
University of Maryland Transitions to Online Instruction For Rest of the Semester
The University of Maryland, among others, will now finish off its semester online. In an email sent by President Wallace D. Loh, he explained the decision to move instruction online… Read More
MCPS Use School Buses to Distribute Free Meals
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) used school buses to distribute free meals to students between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m on Friday. The free meals help youth who cannot get… Read More
Dr. Travis Gayles Urges Young People to Stay Home
As most people continue to self-quarantine, Montgomery County Health Officer, Dr. Travis Gayles advises young people to stay at home to avoid risk of obtaining the coronavirus (COVID-19). In a… Read More