Montgomery Community Media

Here are five things to know today, Jan. 10, in Montgomery County: 1. The National Weather Service predicts a warming trend the next few days, but expect cold weather today. 2. The Montgomery County Board of Education will be holding an all-day business meeting. An update on three Choice Study programs is on the agenda. […]

Here are five things to know today, Jan. 9, in Montgomery County: 1. Bundle up! It’s going to be a cold Monday. The National Weather Service predicts high temps to be near 30 degrees. 2. Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Governor Larry Hogan is scheduled to present a proclamation at 11 a.m. at […]

Pepco released a list of tips and steps for customers so they can save electricity and money. According  to a news release, customers can save 20 percent or more on their winter heating bills by following a few steps. Keep it sealed. A drafty house lets warm air escape and is much more costly to keep […]

The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center provides tips on protecting our pets when the weather is cold. For more information, call 240.773.5900 or visit Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center.

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 […]

Here are five things to know today, Feb. 27, in Montgomery County: 1. The cold weather hasn’t just closed the schools. Two local lakes are delaying the opening of fishing and boating season. Find out which ones. 2. The county’s Department of General Services is working on reigning in costs for the Wheaton Library/Recreation Center project. […]

Montgomery County firefighters have determined that “unattended cooking” sparked a townhouse fire in the 9200 block of Hummingbird Terrace in Gaithersburg and caused an estimated $500,000 in damage to the building on Feb. 14. Fire and Rescue Services Spokesperson Pete Piringer reported on his Twitter account that over 50 firefighters were called to the scene […]

The Montgomery County Police Department is reminding residents to protect their pets from this extremely cold weather. In fact, it’s the law in Montgomery County. According to the Montgomery County Police Department, Section II-C of the regulation states that “a person must not tether a dog under circumstances that endanger its health, safety, or well-being […]

As the region experiences temperatures below freezing through Friday, Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) officials are reminding customers of a few tips that may prevent frozen or broken pipes inside the home. –Tightly close all doors and windows. –Seal all leaks in crawl spaces and basements. –Ask your local hardware store about materials to insulate […]

The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is closely monitoring a strong cold front that is forecasted to bring extremely cold weather to the state.  Rain could freeze on roadways, and combined with dense fog, create potentially dangerous driving conditions. “The greatest impact to motorists will be slick or even icy conditions on what appears to […]