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November 20, 2015 | Sonya Burke

What Are You Thankful For This Thanksgiving?

I don’t know about you but Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I grew up in south Florida and we always spent the morning watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on television as my mom prepped the turkey. Today, my own kids have never been too keen on watching the parade on TV but I still […]

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November 9, 2015 | Jeff Getek

Begin Your Holiday Shopping at Riderwood’s Fabulous Fall Fair This Weekend

Looking for a head start on your holiday shopping? Then Riderwood’s Fabulous Fall Fair has something for you! The Arts & Crafts Bazaar and Bake Sale will be held at the Erickson Living retirement community on Friday, November 13 (noon-3:30 p.m.) and Saturday, November 14 (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) in Maryland Hall, located in the Montgomery […]

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October 26, 2015 | Staff Writer

UPDATED: Police Locate Missing Man with Alzheimer’s (PHOTO)

UPDATED Police have located Yenquan Fan and reunited him with his family. ORIGINAL POST Montgomery County police officers are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 80-year-old man who has severe Alzheimer’s disease. Police said Yenquan Fan, of the 10900 block of Connecticut Avenue in north Kensington was last seen today at approximately […]

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September 25, 2015 | Aline Barros

Islamic Center of Maryland Celebrates Eid-ul-Adha in Boyds

The Islamic Center of Maryland hosted its annual Eid-ul-Adha celebration at the Maryland SoccerPlex and Discovery Sports Center in Boyds on Sept. 24. Eid al-Adha, or the ‘Feast of Sacrifice’, is a Muslim holiday commemorated across the world that honors Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ishmael in obedience to God. It is observed with prayer […]

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August 24, 2015 | Sonya Burke

UPDATED: Townhouse Fire Displaces Family in Germantown (PHOTOS)

Montgomery County firefighters say a fire displaced a family from their townhouse at 18925 Ebbtide Circle in Germantown on Monday afternoon. Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer said, at one point, firefighters were engaged in a “firefight” as they worked to extinguish the blaze. According to Piringer, the fire started outside near a trash bin […]

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August 21, 2015 | Aline Barros

Hans Riemer

Councilmember Hans Riemer Injured on Summer Vacation

Montgomery County Councilmember Hans Riemer sustained a serious injury this week while on a family vacation. Riemer fractured his femur inside the hip – an injury that required emergency surgery. He wrote on his Facebook page that the injury occurred while bouncing on a trampoline with his children and his wife, Angela. He said the freak […]

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June 15, 2015 | Staff Writer

Leggett Highlights Partnership With Germantown Homeowner Association (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett recognized the Germantown Park Homeowners Association’s (GPHOA) role focusing on a neighborhood assistance program on June 15th.   According to a news release, the County’s Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) and GPHOA- formerly known as Cinnamon Woods- celebrated its public-private partnership where Leggett called the HOA a “strong” […]

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May 30, 2015 | Sonya Burke

photo Governor Martin O'Malley

Former Governor Martin O’Malley Declares Candidacy for President

Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley (D) announced his presidential bid today in Baltimore. “I am running for you,” O’Malley said. He’s the third democratic candidate to enter the race. "I want to talk with you today about the American Dream" #OMalley2016 pic.twitter.com/BHfowZCB2R — Martin O'Malley (@GovernorOMalley) May 30, 2015 "Our economy isn't money, our economy […]

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April 2, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Washington Spirit Provides More Than Soccer at Games (VIDEO)

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Washington Spirit Head Coach Mark Parsons underscores how important the fans are to the players on the field. Take a look: The Spirit’s first home game is on April 18 at the Maryland SoccerPlex against Kansas City. For more Washington Spirit coverage, see below:

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April 1, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Washington Spirit Coach Mark Parsons on the Importance of Soccer Fans at Home Opener (VIDEO)

The Washington Spirit take on Kansas City on April 18th at the Maryland SoccerPlex. During a recent interview with MyMCMedia, Spirit Head Coach Mark Parsons said it is important for the fans to turn out for the home opener. Take a look:

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