Montgomery Community Media

Here are five things to know in Montgomery County for Monday, April 20. 1. Schools Remain Closed Four More Weeks: Governor Larry Hogan and State Superintendent of Schools Karen Salmon announced that Maryland public schools will be closed until May 15 in an effort to combat the spread of COVID-19. The fourth marking period begins […]

It’s Wednesday, April 15. Here are five things worthy of your knowledge in Montgomery County. 1. DPS Webinar: The Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) is holding a webinar from 2-3 p.m. about the electronic process of issuing permits and evaluating license applications. 2. Zoom Training Classes for Seniors: Senior Planet Montgomery is offering classes […]

It’s Tuesday, April 14 and it’s National Ex-Spouse Day. I’ll let you decide how to celebrate. In the meantime, here are five things worthy of your knowledge in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Virtual Session: Montgomery County Council meets virtually at 9:30 a.m. During the meeting, the council will introduce $5 million funding to help […]

Terri Pitts, a photographer from Poolesville, has been bringing joy to her community by documenting this time of uncertainty. After Gov. Larry Hogan issued a “Stay at Home” order to combat the spread of the Coronavirus, Pitts started taking “Porch Portraits” of Poolesville families and essential workers. She takes the portraits for free, but has […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning from now until 2:30 p.m. for portions of Montgomery County, including Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Olney, Poolesville, Aspen Hill, Potomac and North Potomac. Winds may gust up to 60 mph and will cause trees and large branches to fall. Roads may become blocked by downed […]

Jerome Klobukowski was ousted from the presidency of the Poolesville commissioners April 6 but will remain a commissioner. Commissioner Kerri Cook was chosen as the next president during the April 6 town meeting, which the commissioners conducted via video conferencing. Valaree Dickerson, vice president of the commissioners, called for his removal as president after what […]

The Kenwood cherry blossoms have come and gone but there are still beautiful views in Montgomery County this time of year. Enjoy the photos below from the McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area located on River Road near Poolesville, the National Park Service’s C&O Canal, and the Potomac River. MyMCMedia’s Carolyn Raskauskas gives you a glimpse of […]

In response to Gov. Hogan’s ban on dine-in services at all Maryland restaurants and bars, numerous Poolesville restaurants have modified their hours and services. MyMCMedia’s Carolyn Raskauskas contacted many of the restaurants in and around Poolesville to determine their current status. Here are some of the restaurants that offer takeout, pickup, or delivery services: Bassett’s […]

Cloudy early with a high temperature of 78 degrees and isolated showers or thunderstorms in the afternoon, check out the weather forecast. Here are five things to know for March 20 in Montgomery County: 1. Coronavirus Latest: Click here to see the latest coronavirus news updates in Montgomery County. 2. Walter Johnson High School Fundraiser:  […]

Today is Thursday, March 19 and here are five things to be aware of in Montgomery County. 1. It’s The First Day of Spring: Despite the stress and anxiety caused by the coronavirus outbreak, there’s still a reason to smile 😊. Spring has arrived earlier this year making it the earliest in more than 100 […]