Montgomery Community Media

Here are five things to know today, July 25, in Montgomery County: 1. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory today from noon until 8 p.m.  The Heat Index may reach 109 degrees. 2. The Democratic National Convention takes place this week in Philadelphia and three Montgomery County Councilmembers have been elected to […]

Here are five things to know today, July 6, in Montgomery County: 1.  Summer of Safety: It’s going to be a hot one today, and county officials are reminding residents of the importance of staying hydrated if you are playing or working outdoors. 2. Climb-a-Tree: Bring the kids to Wall Park in Rockville where local arborists […]

The Quince Orchard Library is reopening at 10 a.m. today. The library was closed at 4 p.m. on Thursday afternoon because of problems with the air conditioning in the building. Montgomery County Spokesperson Judy Stiles said the air conditioning unit stopped working on May 26th and the building got too warm for people to be […]

Montgomery County firefighters responded to a partial roof collapse at the Potomac Oaks Condominiums in Gaithersburg on Saturday morning. It happened at 766 Quince Orchard Boulevard at the condominium building’s boiler and utility room. Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer said there were no injuries but over 200 residents were left without any heat. MoCo […]

The City of Rockville has opened four cooling centers for community members in need of a place to cool off from the area’s hot weather. The centers are located at the following city facilities: • Lincoln Park Community Center, 357 Frederick Ave. • Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive • Thomas Farm Community Center, 700 […]

With a heat index predicted to hit about 105 degrees, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory in effect from 1 to 7 p.m. today. There is a risk of heat-related illness for those without air-conditioning or those outdoors for an extended period of time. A heat advisory means that a period of […]

With temperatures forecast for the upper-90s on Tuesday, and a heat index near 100° F, Montgomery County residents are encouraged to find places where they can stay cool and to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses this summer. Most at risk are young children, the elderly, and people with health problems such as asthma, who […]

With temperatures predicted to remain in the high 80s to low 90s with humidity levels to match, Rockville has opened four cooling centers to the community . The centers are at the following city facilities: Lincoln Park Community Center, 357 Frederick Ave. Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive Thomas Farm Community Center, 700 Fallsgrove Drive Twinbrook […]

The mini heat wave continues today! The National Weather Service says we could reach the low 90s. Here are five things to know today, June 12th, in Montgomery County: 1. School Year Countdown: Today is the last full day of school for Montgomery County Public Schools students. 2. Weekend Happenings: There’s lots going on this weekend. Here’s a […]

Here are five things to know today, June 19, in Montgomery County: 1. Today is the last day to vote early at nine early voting centers located around Montgomery County. The primary election is set for June 24. #MoCoVote 2. Bill Lynch, the owner of the Washington Spirit soccer team, will be addressing small business […]