Montgomery Community Media

Quick thinking by an off-duty Montgomery County Police Officer led to the safe rescue of a woman and teenager from a car on fire late Thursday night. The single-vehicle collision with a tree and subsequent engine compartment fire occurred around 7 p.m. in Bethesda at Montgomery Ave and East-West Highway, according to Pete Piringer, Chief […]

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Montgomery County and surrounding jurisdictions on Thursday morning. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) officials say heavy rainfall has caused flooding in some areas. There are also reports of downed trees and wires. Residents are encouraged to use caution when driving on the roadways. […]

Jeison Romero-Reyes, 20, of Laurel, was arrested and charged with weapons and drug offenses after being stopped for speeding in Aspen Hill. Montgomery County Police Department, 4th District Community Action Team, conducted a high visibility traffic enforcement operation Sept. 15 due to complaints about speeding in the area by Aspen Hill residents. During the operation, […]

As the Maryland Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit Program Oct. 1 deadline looms, eligible residents are encouraged to apply. Those who qualify will get more than $1,000 each, according to local and state leaders. “We had gone ahead and passed legislation that was signed into law – that would return specifically to Montgomery County residents more […]

The latest data shows an uptick in COVID-19 cases among youth. “Public schools are now in for live sessions five days a week, in-person instruction. COVID cases have continued to increase among students who now account for nearly 30% of all cases reported state-wide,” said Elrich during his weekly virtual media briefing on Wednesday. Along with […]

Detectives are investigating two reports of fraud at an apartment building in the 1900 block of East West Highway, according to a press release from the Montgomery County Department of Police. Investigators expressed concern that there may be additional victims. They are requesting the public’s help in identifying an unknown female suspect. The first incident, […]

Several students were safely evacuated after a school bus was stuck in a small “sinkhole” in Layhill, County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer shared. One person was evaluated but there were no injuries, he said. MCFRS responded to Leclair Court around 7 a.m. Wednesday morning and Piringer said the “sinkhole” was […]

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 (#6), Maryland (#7), Florida (#8), Nevada (#9), and Arizona (#10) in the top 10 most diverse states. The […]

The city of Rockville announced Friday that two highly anticipated events in October will be cancelled due to public health concerns stemming from rising Covid-19 cases. Rocktobierfest and Antique and Classic Car Show will no longer be held according to Rockville City Manager Rob DiSpirito. “In the interest of better assuring the health and safety […]

In memory of the three sisters that a former Bethesda career firefighter lost to breast cancer, the nonprofit, For 3 Sisters of Olney, converted an old fire truck to let those with breast cancer know they are not alone. The converted firetruck also will be used to convince women to get regular mammograms. The pink […]