Montgomery Community Media

The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) urges boaters and other recreational users to avoid the Upper Potomac River, including its creeks and streams, this weekend. The National Weather Service is predicting heavy rains for the region that will lead to a dramatic rise in water levels. At Point of Rocks in Frederick County, forecasters believe […]

In this MyMCMedia Extra video,  Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett shares his reaction to Governor Larry Hogan’s announcement that the Purple Line is moving forward and that other transportation improvements are in the works for improving congestion along I-270 in Montgomery and Frederick counties. Take a look: Related:

A new report released today finds that Montgomery County ranks number one in Maryland when it comes to health rankings. The 2015 County Health Rankings rely on a set of data and analysis that allows counties to see what it is that makes residents sick or healthy, and how they compare to other counties in […]

Tips from people who believe they may have seen the missing Hoggle toddlers are “slowing,” according to Montgomery County Police Capt. Darren Francke. Francke, director of the department’s Major Crimes Division, said his officers run out every tip and most recently have gone to investigate sightings in Frederick County’s Costco and Olive Garden restaurant. None […]

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) and Frederick County Chamber joined forces to bring its members together for an “Evening of Networking” at the Comus Inn at Sugarloaf Mountain on Wednesday, September 10, 2014. Over 200 business folks attended the exclusive event in the hopes to make new connections and/or strengthen their existing ones. “The […]

Frederick County fire and rescue units were called to an apartment fire overnight at 1465 Key Parkway that injured ten people. According to a fire and rescue official, the first arriving units reported smoke showing from the rear of the building. Authorities said a total of ten occupants were treated and transported to medical facilities, […]

Frederick County officials have closed government offices and facilities due to numerous power outages in county buildings and downed trees across the county. For additional information and updates, visit the Frederick County Government website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov. Or, call the county public information line at 301.600.3000. Residents and businesses are encouraged to sign up for emergency […]

Frederick County Fire and Rescue units were dispatched at 12:17 a.m. on Nov. 4, to 6102 Holter Road for the report of a barn fire. The first arriving unit reported multiple structures well involved with fire; it was later determined the structures were a two-story garage-shed, large barn and loafing shed. The Incident Commander, Assistant […]

Recently a conference was held to develop ideas for advancing productive and profitable agriculture and strong farm communities to serve our region for future generations. “Farming at Metro’s Edge: Sustaining Agriculture in Frederick and Montgomery” was held in Rockville at The Universities at Shady Grove on Jan 11 – 12. Take a look. Learn more […]

Frederick County government is closed today, October 30, due to Hurricane Sandy. Widespread damage from the storm closed 77 roads and partically closed 28. Full damage assessment by emergency officials will begin at daybreak today. The public is encouraged to stay off the roads so that power crews and Highway Operations teams can clear the […]