5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 1, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Nov. 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. No School: There is no school today for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students —… Read More
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5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 31 In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Oct. 31, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Halloween: Today is Halloween, and here’s a list of haunted forests and houses, live theatre,… Read More
Gene’s Costumes Welcomes Shoppers on Eve of Halloween
The day before Halloween can mean last-minute costume shopping for some. Family-owned and operated Gene’s Costumes in Kensington welcomed shoppers Monday morning. Located on Connecticut Avenue, the store is open… Read More
Montgomery County ICYMI News Roundup Oct 23-27
Here are five top news items from the week of Oct. 23. 1. ‘Enough is Enough’: Enclave Residents Tired of Rats, Mold, Lax Security, Broken Elevators Chanting “Fix the Enclave”… Read More
County Unemployment Lowest Since 1990 Despite National Rise
Montgomery County’s unemployment numbers remained at a 33-year low, according to the July figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The jobless rate in the county sits at 1.5%, which… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 30, In Montgomery County
Today is Monday, Oct. 30 and here are five things to know. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Mental Health Awareness Week: The county’s public schools host events this week… Read More
Cardin Meets With Jewish Leaders Amid Israel-Hamas War
U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin, who recently returned from visits to Israel and Saudi Arabia, met in Rockville with leaders from the Jewish community to discuss the war between Israel and… Read More
Local Units Cover Baltimore During Funeral for Baltimore City Firefighter
Local fire and rescue units from Montgomery County, as well as from other jurisdictions, are helping out in Baltimore City on Friday as a funeral is planned for a Baltimore… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 27, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Oct. 27, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weekend Plans: Find nine things to do this weekend in… Read More
Volunteers Sought for Upcoming Tax Season
Volunteers are sought for the upcoming tax season. The county Community Action Agency’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is recruiting volunteers to become certified “tax preparers, schedulers, greeters, quality… Read More
Elrich Previews Trip to India, Vietnam for Economic Mission
County Executive Marc Elrich will go to India and Vietnam for an economic development trade mission over the next two weeks. “My goal is to find new ways for Montgomery… Read More
Paint Branch High School Evacuating After Bomb Threat
Update: Paint Branch High School has been cleared following a reported bomb threat, according to police. Students and staff are returning to the school building. Original: Bomb threats continue to impact… Read More