Rabid Raccoon Bites 2 in Silver Spring
On June 16, Montgomery County Police announced the capture of a rabid raccoon in Wheaton between Arcola and Ventura Avenues. This development follows a public alert issued earlier to the… Read More
Silver Spring
Residents Show Up Countywide for ‘No Kings’ Protests
While a large-scale parade was gearing up in Washington, D.C. on Saturday to celebrate the Army’s anniversary — coinciding with President Donald Trump’s birthday — protesters across the nation, including… Read More
Foro de Seguridad se Centra en las Estafas Dirigidas a las Personas Mayores
Según la Comisión Federal de Comercio, los estadounidenses mayores podrían haber perdido hasta 61.500 millones de dólares por fraude tan solo en 2023. El martes la Fiscalía Estatal celebrará un… Read More
Safety Forum Focuses on Scams Aimed at Seniors
According to the Federal Trade Commission, older Americans may have lost as much as $61.5 billion dollars to fraud in 2023 alone. Tuesday at 10 a.m. the State’s Attorney’s office… Read More
Montgomery Parks Debuts Three New Playgrounds
Looking for somewhere to play with the kids? Check out the three new playgrounds recently opened around the County. Montgomery Parks announced additions to three local parks: brand-new playgrounds. All… Read More
D.C. Man Sentenced to Life Plus 60 Years in Death of 1 Year Old
Marlon Melendez of Washington, D.C. was sentenced on June 13 to life in prison plus an additional 60 years for the murder of his girlfriend’s 16-month-old son. On Feb 6,… Read More
Shepherd’s Table’s New Logo Highlights Its Culinary Programs
Shepherd’s Table in Silver Spring sports a new look as it aims to let the community know it not only feeds the hungry but helps them gain marketable culinary skills.… Read More
Taking The Plunge-Free and Low Cost Swimming Lessons
The YMCA in Silver Spring will once again offer free swimming lessons this summer. The chapter received a grant from YUSA. The money can fund up to 150 swimmers. However,… Read More
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Randolph Road Sends Several to Hospital
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue crews responded to a five-vehicle crash on eastbound Randolph Road, just before Connecticut Avenue, according to MCFRS chief spokesperson Pete Piringer. Two adults with traumatic… Read More
Juneteenth Celebrations to Take Place Across Montgomery County
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, marks the day the enslaved persons of Galveston, Texas learned of their freedom, almost two-and-a-half years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Today,… Read More
Two Men Arrested After Silver Spring Gas Station Burglary Attempt
Police took two men into custody following the attempted burglary of a Sunoco Gas Station on Piney Branch Road in Silver Spring. On June 11 at about 4:30 a.m., Montgomery… Read More
June 13–15 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Celebrate the weekend with live music, family fun, festivals, and outdoor events across Montgomery County from June 13 to 15. Whether you’re into blues, Caribbean rhythms, drag shows, or mud… Read More