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October 23, 2019 | Douglas Tallman

As They Huddle in Annapolis, Democrats Ponder End of the Miller Era

One thing we do know: Maryland’s Democratic senators will convene behind closed doors in Annapolis on Thursday. One thing we don’t know: why. Press reports say Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, 76, is likely to announce that he’ll step down after 33 years leading the chamber. Miller has revealed he’s fighting stage 4 prostate […]

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October 15, 2019 | Douglas Tallman

Senators Van Hollen, Smith Unite in Afghanistan

U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen met with state Sen. Will Smith who has been deployed. The one senator captured the other senator on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/p/B3m8OHUn7yK/?igshid=7rj70qw1tzjq

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October 15, 2019 | Cindy Peña

Comcast 10.15 Outage Map

Area-Wide Comcast Outage, East Gude Closed Near 355

Internet, TV, and phone service is still out for thousands of residents throughout the Montgomery County area after a large fiber line was cut this morning.  Affected areas include portions of Rockville, Silver Spring, Burtonsville, and Olney. Several Montgomery County public schools are affected: Argyle Middle School Earl B Wood Middle School Rock Creek Valley […]

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October 7, 2019 | Daryl Schultz

Northwest Overwhelms Gaithersburg 49-13

Gaithersburg High School, Gaithersburg Maryland October 4th 2019 Homecoming night at Gaithersburg was spoiled by the Jaguars of Northwest High when they marched down the field with their first possession and scored within the first two minutes of the game.  There were 28 unanswered points before the Trojans tallied their first touchdown with one minute […]

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October 3, 2019 | Jordan Lindsay

New Legislation Prohibits Flavored E-Cigarettes in Certain Stores

Montgomery County continues to combat the national vaping crisis through legislation. A newly introduced set of bills is aimed to reduce the access county youth have to e-cigarettes. This week, Bill 32-19, Health and Sanitation-Flavored Electronic Cigarettes was introduced, and officials say it would prohibit manufacturers from distributing flavored e-cigarettes to certain retail stores. This […]

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August 20, 2019 | Andrea Sarralde

Hispano Arrestado por Presuntamente Atacar y Violar a Una Mujer en Silver Spring

Kevin Mendoza, de 26 años, fue arrestado y es acusado por violación en primer grado e intento de asesinato en segundo grado. Detectives del Departamento de Policía del Condado de Montgomery – División de Investigaciones de Víctimas Especiales (SVID), arrestaron a Mendoza tras el hecho ocurrido en un complejo de apartamentos en Silver Spring, MD. […]

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August 7, 2019 | Jordan Lindsay

Tuesday Night Storms Leave Damage Throughout the County

Severe thunderstorms caused flooded roadways, downed wires and significant damage throughout parts of the county on Tuesday evening. Stoney Creek Road off River Road in Potomac overflowed causing potential damage to the bridge and road surface, officials say. @mcfrsPIO #TurnAroundDontDrown!! pic.twitter.com/8BHvmCXiFf — Scott Glazer (@radioinstl) August 6, 2019 Update – Bradley Boulevard near Kendale Rd, […]

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July 29, 2019 | Jordan Lindsay

Local Summer Camp Program Teaches Confidence

The goal of the LEAD summer camp program is to teach some local middle school students about overcoming objections, advocating for themselves, and the importance of having confidence. Students recently had the opportunity to hear from a variety of guest speakers including former Maryland State Legislator Maricé Morales. Watch the video below for more details.

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July 3, 2019 | Jordan Lindsay

MCPS to Receive Grant Funding for Heroin and Opioid Prevention

Montgomery County Public Schools will be getting grant funding for heroin and opioid prevention. The Heroin and Opioid Prevention grant totals up to more than $540,000 and will provide students, their families, and the community with information and resources on substance abuse through training, and workshops. There will also be a public awareness campaign, and […]

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September 22, 2014 | Larry Merewitz

Links for prorated user fee and Full year for classes

Prorated Youth Membership (under 22) $7.50 Prorated Adult Membership (under 55) $20 Prorated Senior Membership (55 and over) $15 FULL YEAR Youth Membership (under 22) $15 Adult Membership (under 55) $40 Senior Membership (55 and over) $30    

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