Montgomery Community Media

Montgomery County COVID-19 Statistics for March 24 The Maryland Department of Health reported 139 new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County Wednesday morning. The county’s cumulative case count is 65,825. Montgomery County recorded two coronavirus-related fatalities Wednesday. The death toll is currently 1,417, the highest in the state. As of March 22, there are 99 patients hospitalized […]

Today is Wednesday, March 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Weekly County COVID-19 Briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich, County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles and Emergency Management Director Dr. Earl Stoddard will hold their weekly media briefing at 12:30 p.m. You can watch live on MCM channels 21 and 995 […]

March was declared as National Women’s History Month by Congress in 1987 to honor the extraordinary achievements of American women. Montgomery County Public Libraries will celebrate Women’s History Month with a series of virtual lectures, discussions, and storytimes around the theme “Valliant Women of the Vote: Refusing to Be Silenced.” The free programs, suitable for […]

Un incendio en Aspen Hill, el martes por la tarde, desplazó al menos a 16 personas de sus hogares, según el Servicio de Bomberos y Rescate del Condado de Montgomery (MCFRS). Las autoridades dijeron que el incendio ocurrió alrededor de las 3 p.m. en los condominios Grand Bel II en la cuadra 3900 de Bell […]

A fire in Aspen Hill Tuesday afternoon displaced at least 16 people from their homes, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS). Officials said the fire happened around 3 p.m. at the Grand Bel II Condos in the 3900 block of Bell Pre Rd in Aspen Hill. Fire and Rescue spokesperson Pete Piringer […]

The number of Montgomery County coronavirus cases has increased to 107, according to figures the state Department of Health released Tuesday morning. There were 68 cases on Saturday morning, which increased to 83 on Sunday and 93 on Monday. As of Tuesday morning, there are 349 confirmed cases in Maryland, up from 288 on Monday. […]

Today is Tuesday, March 24 and here are five things you need to know in Montgomery County: 1. Council in Session:  Montgomery County Council is in session, but remotely, at 12:30 p.m. Here’s a look at the meeting’s agenda. During the meeting Councilmember Nancy Navarro will introduce a resolution calling on the council to “exercise spending restraint” […]

Accreditation assessment team invites public comment The City of Gaithersburg Police Department is seeking re-accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA or ‘Commission’). The CALEA team will be onsite on Monday, March 23, to examine all aspects of the Gaithersburg Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services. […]

Police are charging a Clarksburg man with murder, assault, and property destruction. Muhammad Taha, 29, is currently at the Prince William County Adult Detention Center “on a no bond status.” Taha is bus attendant for Montgomery County Public Schools, who is currently on unpaid, administrative leave. Police say Taha was charged in connection “with crimes […]

Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in Montgomery County, March 22-24. Friday, March 22 Rockville International Night: The city of Rockville hosts a night of fun and entertainment to celebrate the difference cultures that make up the city. The evening will include dance performances and traditional clothing displays. Also, unique and traditional foods will […]