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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November 10, 2021 | Ceoli Jacoby

County Seeks Input on Future of Chevy Chase Library

The Chevy Chase Library, built in 1965, needs major repairs and updates according to the Office of Planning and Development. The building underwent five major renovations between 1990 and 2009. Now the County wants to hear from the public to determine the future of the library. The county poses two possible scenarios. The first would […]

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November 10, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 10, In Montgomery County

It’s Wednesday, Nov. 10 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Weekly Briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich and health leaders will hold their media briefing at 12:30 p.m. Residents can watch live on MCM channels 21 and 995 (HD), County Cable Montgomery and on the county’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. 📺 @MontCoExec Marc Elrich […]

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November 9, 2021 | Travis Chase

Annual Talbot Bridge Lantern Walk Returns Saturday

In an effort to shine a light on the history of the county and areas previously affected by racial segregation, communities in Silver Spring will walk in unison to promote unity over division. The fourth annual Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk will return on Saturday, Nov.13 at 5:30 p.m.  The walk will host residents of […]

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November 9, 2021 | Deirdre Byrne

5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 9, In Montgomery County

It’s Tuesday, Nov. 9 and it’s World Freedom Day. Former President George W. Bush declared World Freedom Day as a federal observance to commemorate the fall of the Berlin Wall. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Session: Montgomery County Council meets virtually at 9 a.m. The meeting starts with […]

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November 8, 2021 | Michelle Queen

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 centers – open regular hours. County liquor stores – All stores open from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Ride On and Ride On extRa – will […]

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November 8, 2021 | Michelle Queen

5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 8, In Montgomery County

Today is Monday, Nov. 8, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council Media Briefing: Council President Tom Hucker and Vice President Gabe Albornoz will hold a virtual media briefing today at 11:30 a.m. to introduce legislation to create an Early Care and Education Coordinating Entity. A public health update will […]

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November 5, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

El Horario de Verano Termina este Fin de Semana

El horario de verano termina oficialmente a las 2 a.m. del domingo 7 de noviembre. El Departamento de Transporte del Condado de Montgomery (MCDOT) advierte que menos luz del día también significa más riesgo para los peatones. Según MCDOT, el horario de verano tiene el potencial de provocar más choques entre automóviles y peatones, con […]

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November 5, 2021 | Margaret Attridge

Falling Back: Daylight Saving Time Ends This Weekend

The season of dark mornings and early nights is upon us. Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7. Montgomery County residents should set a reminder to turn their clocks back Saturday night in preparation for the early morning time change. Additionally, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is warning […]

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November 5, 2021 | Michelle Queen

5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 5, In Montgomery County

Today is Friday, Nov. 5 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. COVID-19 Vaccinations: Children between the ages of 5 and 11 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer pediatric COVID-19 vaccine. Governor Hogan announced Wednesday providers could begin to schedule appointments and hold clinics to vaccinate children. The public schools […]

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November 4, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

El Boleto de Powerball de $ 200,000 Vendido en Rockville no ha sido Reclamado

Un jugador de Powerball, que aún no ha reclamado el premio, compró el boleto de lotería ganador por valor de $ 200,000 en Rockville la semana pasada, según un comunicado de prensa de la Lotería de Maryland. Los números ganadores aparecieron en el sorteo del 27 de octubre, pero hasta el día de hoy, el […]

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