Montgomery Community Media

Identity theft is a growing problem across the country and right here in Maryland. In fact, over 275 people attended an identity theft and fraud prevention forum earlier this month in Germantown. The standing-room only event at the BlackRock Center for the Arts was hosted by Congressman John Delaney and featured one-on-one advice from over […]

Montgomery County and the cities of Gaithersburg and Rockville recently hosted Water Safety Day at the Water Park in Gaithersburg. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports. You can find information about swim lessons on the Department of Recreation’s website.

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Stewart Edelstein, executive director of the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) talks about the importance of collaboration. USG recently hosted a networking event of county farmers and chefs. The purpose of the event was to identify business opportunities and challenges to local farmers, restaurants and students in the hospitality program […]

Montgomery County farmers and chefs recently connected at a networking event at the Universities at Shady Grove. They talked about business opportunities and challenges and then prepared lunch alongside each other. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports. Organizers said they plan to hold more summits like this one in the future.   Related:

Maryland State Police are trying to get the word out about Maryland’s Move Over law. Motorists are required to move over if they see emergency vehicles or tow trucks on the side of the road. Since the law went into effect, troopers have cited hundreds of motorists for violating it. A first offense fine is […]

Montgomery County firefighters are warning residents to stay off the ice at frozen ponds across the county this winter. No frozen pond is 100-percent safe, according to these first responders who know the dangers well. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke has more from Potomac where firefighters were recently practicing their rescue operation techniques. For more coverage, see […]

Maryland Governor-elect Larry Hogan headlined the Committee for Montgomery legislative breakfast on Dec. 12. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports.   Related:

On the eve of the National Book Festival, Author Kate DiCamillo visits Takoma Park and dozens of book lovers turn out to meet this beloved literature star. DiCamillo is also the national ambassador of young people’s literature and she’s traveling the country talking about how stories connect us. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports. Related:

Pepco is partnering with local organizations, including the American Red Cross, National Weather Service, AARP, and local emergency management officials to encourage residents to prepare for severe storms this summer before they strike our area. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports. Related:

Local leaders want to grow the county’s tree canopy. In fact, they have just unveiled an ambitious environmental initiative to plant 100,000 new trees in Montgomery County. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports. Related: