Montgomery Community Media

Here are five things to know today, Sept. 1, in Montgomery County: 1. A hiker died after he was trapped under some rocks along the Potomac River on Sunday. 2. It’s been a deadly holiday weekend on Montgomery County roads. One teen was killed and two others were injured in a crash on Saturday morning […]

Montgomery County government will observe the following holiday schedule for Labor Day on Monday, September 1: County Offices – closed Libraries – closed County liquor stores – open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Recreation – outdoor aquatic facilities will be open from noon to 6 p.m. Olney Indoor Swim Center will be open normal hours, […]

In this MyMCMedia Extra, some local students and their parents give us their take on if school should start before or after Labor Day. Take a look:

As temperatures rise, local residents are getting ready for the beginning of pool season after a long harsh winter. MyMCMedia’s Valerie Bonk has a behind the scenes look of the preparation that goes into opening pools for the summer season. With summer around the corner, local pools are gearing up for the crowds that come […]

The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) encourages residents to plan ahead if travelling over the Labor Day Weekend, as the roads will likely experience periods of congestion. SHA provides real time information on road conditions online at md511.org or by phone at 511. SHA is also increasing Emergency Traffic Patrols (ETP) along key interstate and […]

Despite the Labor Day holiday, it’s been a busy week at MCM (Montgomery Community Media). On September 1, I covered the Kentlands-Lakelands 5K race in Gaithersburg. This is the 19th year for the race that has grown into the largest 5K race in Montgomery County. A good portion of the proceeds go to charity and […]

The Kentlands neighborhood held a pet swim on the last day of the summer swim season (Sept. 3) at the community’s pool in Gaithersburg. Kentlands resident Kristin Swick shared these photos of the doggy dip.

Labor Secretary Hilda L. Solis released this video message about Labor Day. Learn more at US Department of Labor website.

Enjoy a wonderful Labor Day Parade on Monday, September 3 at 1 p.m. More details can be found on the City of Gaithersburg’s website. View the video: County Holiday Schedule for Labor Day on Monday, September 3 County Offices – closed Libraries – closed County liquor stores – closed Recreation – Outdoor aquatic facilities will be […]

The ever-popular Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade returns to the streets of Olde Towne on Monday, September 3 at 1 p.m. Now in its 74th year, this rain or shine event includes ethnic dance groups, antique cars and fire trucks, clowns, high school marching bands, and an assortment of community groups, equestrian units, and more. Are […]