What’s Open, What’s Closed on Veterans Day in Montgomery County

Montgomery County government has posted the following holiday schedule for Thursday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day: County offices – Closed. Public Libraries – Closed. County-operated COVID-19 vaccination and testing...

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Maryland Ranked Seventh Most Diverse State in U.S.

A new study that looks at diversity in states across the country ranks Maryland seventh for the fourth straight year. The finance website, WalletHub.com, ranks Texas (#2), Hawaii (#3), New Jersey (#4), New York (#5), New Mexico...

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Leaders Remember and Honor 11 County Residents Who Died 20 Years Ago on 9/11

20 years ago, 11 county residents died in the 9/11 terrorist attack on the Pentagon.  The Montgomery County community gathered Friday morning to remember those residents and the nearly 3,000 others who died.  11 benches around...

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A 9/11 Family Member Tells His Story of Survival

Eleven Montgomery County residents lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. All of them perished when American Airlines #77 hit the Pentagon. Michele Heidenberger was on board working as a senior flight...

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What’s Open and What’s Not in Montgomery County on Labor Day

Montgomery County Montgomery County government has posted the following holiday schedule for the Labor Day holiday,  Monday, September 6: County Offices – closed. Libraries – closed on September 1 and 2. County-operated...

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MCPS Large Scale Events, Like Back to School Night, Will Be Held Virtually

Montgomery County Public Schools Interim Superintendent Monifa McKnight announced on Tuesday that schools will hold many large scale indoor events virtually this fall as an attempt to curve the spread of the coronavirus. She said...

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September 16, 2021 | Jordan Lindsay

5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 16, In Montgomery County

Today is Thursday, Sept. 16, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. MCPS Calendar Reminder: There’s no school for Montgomery County Public Schools students today. See the tweet below for more details. Calendar reminder: There is no school for students on Thursday, Sept. 16 pic.twitter.com/3Yi2ybDi2u — MCPS (@MCPS) September 15, 2021 […]

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September 15, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

‘Luchadora’ de Adventure Theatre es una Obra de Teatro para Niños en Español

Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, Adventure Theatre lanza su obra en español “Luchadora”. Una historia de tradición mexicana y su popular lucha libre. MyMCM conversó con dos de sus actores sobre esta obra y lo que significa regresar al teatro en persona tras un años y medio de pandemia. Para obtener más información […]

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September 15, 2021 | Michelle Queen

Dispose of Drugs Safely Sept. 18 at Rockville Police Station

Residents have a safe, free and anonymous opportunity to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs on Saturday, Sept. 18. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Rockville City Police Department will hold a special Drug Take Back event as part of Rockville’s Goes Purple campaign to raise awareness for opioid addiction. Residents may drive up and […]

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September 15, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

MyMCM y Hola Montgomery Celebran el Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Desde 1988, Estados Unidos celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, desde el 15 de septiembre hasta el 15 de octubre, para reconocer la historia, tradiciones y contribución a la sociedad de las comunidades hispanas, así como su presencia en la población del país, actualmente. Montgomery Community Media y Hola Montgomery hacen un homenaje a […]

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September 15, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 15, In Montgomery County

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 15, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Weekly Media Briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich, Acting Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Dr. Earl Stoddard and other officials will hold their media briefing at 12:30 p.m. Residents can watch live on MCM channels 21 and 995 (HD), County Cable […]

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September 14, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Fallece Miembro de la Junta Escolar de MCPS, con más Años de Servicio, Patricia O’Neill

La Junta de Educación de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery anunció en una carta el fallecimiento de Patricia O’Neill, miembro de la Junta con más años de servicio. O’Neill, que vivía en Bethesda, perdió la vida el martes a los 71 años. Actualmente se desconoce la causa de la muerte, dijo un portavoz […]

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September 14, 2021 | Deirdre Byrne and Suzanne Pollak

Patricia O’Neill, Longest Serving MCPS School Board Member, Dies at 71

Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education announced the death of the school board’s longest-serving member, Patricia O’Neill in a letter. O’Neill, who lived in Bethesda, died Tuesday at 71. The cause of death is currently unknown, a spokesperson for MCPS told MyMCM in an email. According to MCPS, she was the longest-serving school board […]

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September 14, 2021 | Suzanne Pollak

Protesters Rally in Chevy Chase for Reproductive Freedom

About 70 people gathered at a park on Shepherd Street in Chevy Chase, carrying signs for reproductive freedom, as they marched together for about one-half mile to the home of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh Monday. The protesters wanted to make their voices heard following Kavanaugh and the majority of the Supreme Court justices’ […]

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September 14, 2021 | Deirdre Byrne

5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 14, In Montgomery County

It is Tuesday, Sept. 14, and it is National Ants on a Log Day. To celebrate, get a piece of celery, rub peanut butter on it, and add raisins. Voila! As you enjoy your healthy snack, here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Session: Montgomery County Council is back from its […]

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September 13, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

‘Put Themselves At Risk So Others May Live’: Kensington First Responders Praised During 9/11 Ceremony

On Sept. 11, 2001, the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) responded to the Pentagon after the deadly terrorist attacks that day. The fire department held a ceremony Saturday on the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Members and other leaders praised the first responders from Montgomery County who acted that day.   Previous Post: Kensington Fire Department […]

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