McDonald’s Employee Stabbed Following Worker Dispute

A McDonald’s restaurant employee stabbed a fellow worker Tuesday night at a Rockville Pike location, Rockville City Police Spokesperson Andrea Escher wrote in a statement. An ongoing dispute between the two employees led to the...

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November SBN Examines Unmanaged Cybersecurity Risk

Montgomery Community Media’s November Small Business Network examines the cybersecurity risk many businesses must face and how to address the threat of cyber attacks. The series of monthly sessions facilitated by Kelly...

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SBN en Español – Empleos para Personas con Discapacidades

El cuarto episodio de Small Business Network en Español trata el tema del empleo para personas con discapacidades. Los invitados explican las oportunidades y la importancia de emplear a personas con capacidades laborales, pero...

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October SBN: Navigating Challenging Negotiations

Montgomery Community Media’s October Small Business Network addresses the best methods to handle challenging negotiations. The series of monthly sessions facilitated by Kelly Leonard addresses topics of interest to small...

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September SBN: Socially Responsible Business Practices

Carrie Fox joins Kelly Leonard for MyMCM’s September episode of Small Business Network.  The series of monthly sessions facilitated by Kelly Leonard addresses topics of interest to small business owners in Montgomery...

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Montgomery County Makes Progress Closing Racial Gap in Vaccinations

Friday afternoon, county health officials offered free vaccinations outside of Afrikutz Barber & Beauty Shop in Silver Spring. Residents who received a free vaccine also received a free haircut. The initiative was aimed at...

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Business

October 17, 2014 | Krista Brick

Friends of White Flint Seeks New Executive Director

Friends of White Flint, a nonprofit community organization, is seeking an executive director to take the place of Lindsay Hoffman who is leaving the helm of the organization in December. Hoffman has served as the executive director for the past two years. You an access the job description and qualifications for the part-time post here. […]

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October 15, 2014 | Krista Brick

Honest Tea’s Seth Goldman Talks about Influence of Bethesda Green (VIDEO)

Seth Goldman of Honest Tea and co-founder of Bethesda Green talks about the influence the organization has had on other communities’ sustainable efforts in this MyMCMedia Extra. Related:

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October 13, 2014 | Krista Brick

Bethesda Green Gala Honors Local Sustainable Groups (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

It was easy being green Thursday night in Bethesda. More than 300 gathered at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club to celebrate the 5th annual Bethesda Green Gala. Even the name badges were made out of recycled materials and the plastic covering scheduled to be reused at the event that honored those who make […]

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October 12, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Ruth Chris Steak House to Open in Downtown Crown on Oct. 13

The City of Gaithersburg is becoming quite a restaurant destination. On Oct. 13, Ruth Chris Steak House is scheduled to open its doors in downtown Crown. Gaithersburg Mayor Sidney Katz is scheduled to attend the “steak-cutting” and grand opening celebration. The new restaurant consists of 9,624 square foot of space at 106 Crown Park Avenue […]

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October 10, 2014 | Krista Brick

ArcLight to Open Nov. 7

The new 16-screen ArcLight Cinema is scheduled to open at the Westfield Montgomery Mall in North Bethesda Nov. 7, according to the ArcLight website. This is the first East Coast location for the ArcLight company. ArcLight Cinema will offer reserved seating, a cafe and bar, and question-and-answer sessions with producers and directors, according to Gretchen […]

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October 9, 2014 | Aline Barros

Cabdrivers Protest for Change (VIDEO)

More than 160 Maryland cabdrivers slowly drove along Monroe Street in Rockville on Oct. 6 demanding changes on Montgomery County’s taxi regulations and protesting against credit card fees. The gridlocked traffic near the County’s Executive building lasted more than one hour. Peter Ibik, president of the Montgomery County Professionals Drivers Union and a Barwood driver, said […]

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October 5, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Youth Employment in Takoma Park (VIDEO)

The city of Takoma Park recently recognized participants of its inaugural youth summer employment program. Visit Takoma Park City TV to see more Takoma Park City Television.

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October 4, 2014 | Sonya Burke

photo of officials at FDA Biodefense Center Ribbon Cutting

White Oak FDA Biodefense Complex (VIDEO)

It is official. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has opened its doors to a new Biodefense Complex. County Executive Ike Leggett was there for the ribbon-cutting ceremony along with other state and federal officials. Lorna Virgili reports. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.

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October 4, 2014 | Sonya Burke

photo of councilmember Marc Elrich at minimum wage rally on October 1, 2014

Minimum Wage Rally (VIDEO)

There was a big show of support this week for the new minimum wage at the National Labor College in Silver Spring. Susan Kenedy reports. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.

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October 3, 2014 | Sonya Burke

photo of James L. Stowe, Director Montgomery County’s Office of Human Rights

Minimum Wage Forum to Discuss the Law (VIDEO)

The county’s office of Human Rights hosted a forum to inform the public, county employees and business owners about the strategic enforcement of county, state and federal employment laws. With the new minimum wage increase kicking in this month, county officials want to make sure that employees know their rights and have the tools to […]

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