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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

MoCo Voters Speak: Important Issues

Montgomery County voters talk about the most important issues in this election.

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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

MoCo Voters Speak: The Importance of Voting

Montgomery County voters talk about why residents need to vote and have their voice heard.

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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

Election Day Sights and Scenes Around Montgomery County

Montgomery County voters took to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 6, despite the rain. Here are photos and videos from Gaithersburg, Olney, Quince Orchard, and Sandy Spring. Photos by Phil Fabrizio   Voters spoke with MCM’s Deirdre Byrne this morning. Christopher & Philippa Channer (Olney) brought their kids to the polls this morning. Philippa says it’s […]

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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

High School Flu Vaccination Clinics Scheduled for Nov. 13

Montgomery County Health officials will administer three flu shot clinics Tuesday, Nov. 13 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Nov. 13 is an early release day for Montgomery County Public School students. Appointments are required and the clinics are open to all school-aged children. High School Clinics Scheduled for Nov. 13 There will be three free flu […]

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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

Watch MCM’s General Election Coverage Nov. 6 from 9 to 11:30 p.m.

Election Day is finally here! Montgomery Community Media’s live coverage of the Nov. 6 General Election starts at 9 p.m. Hosts Gary Nuremberg and Cindy Pena will be in the studio with a group of local experts to break down the races and results. MCM journalists will report from the election headquarters of the three […]

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November 5, 2018 | Staff Writer

Montgomery Parks Temporarily Closes Some Trails Due to Rainfall

Montgomery Parks has closed all natural-surface trails and the bike pump track at South Germantown Recreational Park to the public due to excessive rainfall. In a news release, officials stated that, “The recent weather conditions have left trails wet and muddy creating potentially dangerous conditions for trail users and can also adversely affect the integrity […]

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November 5, 2018 | Staff Writer

21 This Week: Midterm Elections; Outdoor Smoking Ban

Casey Aiken is the host for the latest episode of 21 This Week. On this week’s show, Aiken and the panel discuss the midterm elections, the County Council is looking at the minimum wage law and proposing a ban on outdoor smoking. This week’s panel of political observers includes Rich Parsons, Evan Young, Nicolee Ambrose, and […]

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November 5, 2018 | Staff Writer

NWS Issues Flood Warning for Portions of Montgomery County

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning until 3 p.m. for portions of Montgomery County. According to the warning, runoff from Monday morning’s heavy rain may cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, and low lying areas. The locations that may experience flooding include Rockville, Bethesda, and Olney. Remember, […]

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November 5, 2018 | Staff Writer

UPDATE: Several Injuries Reported After School Bus and Dump Truck Collide in Aspen Hill Area

Update, 11 a.m.:  At least nine people, including eight students and one adult, were transported to a local hospital following a crash that involved a school bus and a truck Monday morning in the Aspen Hill area, according to the police. The bus was taking students to Farquhar Middle School in Olney. The injuries are […]

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November 4, 2018 | Staff Writer

#MoCoVotesMCM 2018 General Election Guide

Comprehensive Candidate Information Available The Maryland Gubernatorial General Election takes place Nov. 6, 2018. Early voting for the general election will be available at 11 early voting centers in Montgomery County from Oct. 25 to Nov. 1. Montgomery Community Media’s comprehensive look at local races can be found here. We have candidate statements from the county executive, […]

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