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June 24, 2019 | Deirdre Byrne

Hogan Gives State Employees Day Off On July 5

Gov. Larry Hogan announced that state employees are getting an extra day off on July 5. Since Independence Day falls on a Thursday this year, Hogan has extended the holiday to include Friday. “We have some tremendous family-friendly events taking place all around the state, not only on the Fourth of July, but throughout the […]

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June 19, 2019 | Jordan Lindsay

Montgomery County Recreation to Extend Hours at Five Community Centers

Beginning July 5, Montgomery County Recreation is extending its Friday and Saturday hours to 11:00 pm at five community recreation centers. The centers are: East County, Good Hope, Long Branch, Plum Gar and White Oak. The extended hours will allow the community to continue gathering in safe places while enjoying the programs and activities that […]

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June 4, 2019 | Michelle Queen

Summer Concerts Return to Rockville’s Town Square June 7

Free outdoor summer concerts return to Rockville’s Town Square on select Friday evenings during the summer. The concerts offer a diverse range of music including rock, salsa, blues, folk, and reggae. The free concerts begin in June and take place on Friday evenings, from 6 – 9 p.m. in Rockville Town Square, located at 200 […]

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July 5, 2018 | Staff Writer

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East County Community Recreation Center Closes Thursday Due to A/C Problems

The East County Community Recreation Center, located at 3310 Gateshead, Silver Spring, is closed to the general public Thursday due to problems with the air conditioning system. For information about the Summer Fun Center at this center, contact 240.777.6800. Check the County’s website for updates, here.   #Breaking! The East County Community Recreation Center is closed for […]

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July 5, 2018 | Douglas Tallman

Five Things to Know for July 5 in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know for Thursday, July 5, in Montgomery County: 1. The Count Continues: The Montgomery County Board of Elections continues counting ballots at 10 a.m. when members check about 3,000 provisional ballots. About 150 votes separate Councilmember Marc Elrich and former health care executive David Blair in the county executive’s race. […]

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July 2, 2018 | Mitti Hicks

Takoma Park City Council Seeking Public’s Input on Redevelopment Project

Takoma Park City Council is inviting residents to talk with city councilmembers one-on-one regarding the Takoma Junction redevelopment project. Participants will have the chance to ask specific questions about the project and include their thoughts on what should be included in the draft resolution, according to a news release. Councilmembers will be seated at tables […]

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June 15, 2018 | Staff Writer

Lottery for Farmer’s Market Coupons Set For July 5

Montgomery County is offering a limited number of farmers market coupon books to low-income seniors. The coupon books are worth $30 each and they will be distributed by lottery in Montgomery County at 10 a.m. on July 5. The coupon books are available to Montgomery County residents, age 60 years and older, whose income is […]

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June 13, 2018 | Staff Writer

Line up of Thursday Night Summer Concerts at Glen Echo Park

Music is in the air every Thursday evening at Glen Echo Park from now through August 30th. This annual summer concert series features a different group each week and takes place at 7:30 p.m. in the Bumper Car Pavilion. The Bumper Car Pavilion is a covered, open-air pavilion. Concerts are held rain or shine. Bench […]

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June 11, 2018 | Staff Writer

Backyard Theater for Children at Strathmore Returns in July

Backyard Theater for Children at Strathmore returns on Thursdays now through July 31 with two performances at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Don’t miss Serendib Dance in Rhythm of Lanka this Thursday, July 31.

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June 26, 2017 | Staff Writer

New Parking Rates in Bethesda to Take Effect July 5

Hourly parking in Bethesda will increase beginning on July 5, according to a news release. The new rates are: · On-street parking – from $2.00/hour to $2.25/hour · Lot parking – from $1.25/hour to $1.50/hour · Garages 40, 49, 57 (high demand facilities) – from $1.00/hour to $1.25/hour · Garages 11, 31, 35, 36, 42 […]

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