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Rockville city officials are installing “no smoking or vaping” signs at area parks and facilities. You may remember that last October the Mayor and Council voted unanimously to expand the city’s smoke-free area rules to include all city property, city facilities and city parks. The new rules go into effect on March 1. According to […]

UPDATED The city of Rockville has announced that Barbara Matthews is no longer the city manager. According to a news release issued today, Rockville Mayor Bridget Newton and City Councilmembers are launching a national search to fill the position. In the interim, Public Works Director Craig Simoneau has been named Rockville’s acting city manager. Simoneau, who […]

Local artists in Rockville are needed to educate the public about the importance of storm drains through their art. Rock 11 Now’s Kathy Dantzler has more. Learn more about the importance of storm drains and this project at the Rockville website or call the city at 240.314.8870. The deadline to submit a design is March 14. […]

The City of Rockville is seeking nominations for the Environmental Excellence Award for 2016. The award recognizes individuals and organizations that contribute to Rockville’s environmental health and sustainability. Nominations are being accepted in the following categories until Tuesday, March 1. The awards will be presented in April. Outstanding Individual Environmental Stewardship. Outstanding Leadership in Environmental […]

Ingleside at King Farm is increasing the size of its Rockville retirement community with the addition of more residences. According to a news release, Ingleside at King Farm will be adding to its independent living opportunities with two new buildings and a new Center for Healthy Living. The addition, named “Gardenside,” is expected to open […]

The Maryland Municipal League (MML) and the Mayor’s Association is calling for an overhaul of the state funding formula that provides for the distribution of Highway User Revenues to local governments. Find out more in this video: https://youtu.be/cmcwFKs9nGM Mayors and municipal leaders are joined by a number of state legislators – including lead sponsors, Senator […]

Now that snow cleanup is underway, Montgomery County officials are reminding residents to clear sidewalks. According to the Montgomery County website; “Property owners are responsible for clearing their public sidewalks, driveways and entrances within 24 hours of the end of a snowstorm. All residents are strongly encouraged to be good neighbors by clearing the sidewalks in […]

UPDATE Jan. 20, 2016  The ribbon cutting ceremony for the reopening of Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) Twinbrook branch has been postponed because of the potential winter storm that is predicted to impact the County this week. Montgomery County spokesperson Judy Stiles says that the ribbon cutting event will now be held on Jan. 30 at […]

Here are your five things to know today, Jan. 19, in Montgomery County: 1. Bundle up: It’s dangerously cold outside, and the National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory that doesn’t expire until noon today. In other words, don’t leave the house without a coat, scarf, hat and gloves. 2. Montgomery County Councilmembers […]

The city of Rockville is currently conducting a survey on senior citizen experiences with programs and services that they currently use and services that are not being offered. All Rockville residents who are age 60 and older are invited to participate. The survey will be open through the end of January and is available online and […]