public safety

March 21, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, March 21, in Montgomery County

Happy spring! We are in for a warmup this week. Here are your five things to know today, March 21st, in Montgomery County: 1. County Council President Nancy Floreen meets with reporters for her weekly briefing, and one of the topics she plans to address is the County Executive’s recommended budget, which includes a property […]

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February 24, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Police Chief Tom Manger Testifies for Stronger DUI Laws (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Police Chief Tom Manger testified about strengthening DUI laws in Annapolis on Wednesday, including “Noah’s Law.” Following his testimony, Chief Manger along with the parents of Officer Noah Leotta, and other Maryland public safety officials held a news conference to discuss the importance of tougher DUI laws. “If this was just about one […]

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December 20, 2015 | Willie James Inman

Hundreds Turn Out for Rally Against Gun Violence (PHOTO)

Political leaders and activists came together for a rally against gun violence Sunday night in Rockville. Over 200 people turned out for the event at the steps of the Old Grey Courthouse. According to Montgomery County Police Chief Tom Manger, the Montgomery County Police recovered 733 guns in 2012, 810 guns in 2013 and 1,054 […]

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December 8, 2015 | Staff Writer

National Search Underway for Metro’s New Chief Safety Officer

Metro has initiated a national search for the transit authority’s top safety official. The Chief Safety Officer (CSO) will report to the General Manager/CEO and provides strategic leadership to ensure the day to day safety of the system, its employees and customers. According to a news release, Metro is seeking a dynamic and experienced safety […]

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December 1, 2015 | Staff Writer

Public Safety Chiefs Highlight Holiday Safety Tips (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Police Chief Tom Manger and Fire Chief Scott Goldstein held a news conference at the Public Safety Headquarters in Gaithersburg to discuss pedestrian and driver safety. Maureen Chowdhury reports. Related Posts:

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December 1, 2015 | Maureen Chowdhury

Fire Chief Scott Goldstein on Pedestrian and Driver Safety (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Public Safety Chiefs held a news conference to discuss pedestrian and driver safety during the holiday season. In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Fire Chief Scott Goldstein highlights precautions drivers and pedestrians can take. Related Posts:

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November 24, 2015 | Maureen Chowdhury

County Public Safety Chiefs Promote Holiday Safety (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Police Chief Tom Manger and Fire Chief Scott Goldstein held a news conference at the Public Safety Headquarters in Gaithersburg to highlight pedestrian safety during the holidays. You can watch the conference in its entirety here: According to Chief Manger, “The fourth quarter of the year, which includes the holiday season, is one of the […]

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November 22, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Takoma Park Leaders Talk Issues (VIDEO)

Takoma Park TV recently talked with the newly elected leaders of Takoma Park about the city’s recent election and the issues that are important to them in the near future. Take a look: Visit Takoma Park City TV to see more Takoma Park City Television.

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November 17, 2015 | Sonya Burke

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Maryland Governor Hogan Issues Statement on Settlement of Refugees from Syria

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has issued a statement asking federal authorities to cease any additional settlements of refugees from Syria to Maryland because of public safety concerns. You can read the governor’s statement, below: “As governor of Maryland, the safety and security of Marylanders remains my first priority. Following the terrorist attacks on Paris just […]

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October 28, 2015 | Maureen Chowdhury

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SHA Promotes Halloween Pedestrian Safety with Vests for Visibility Program (PHOTO)

We’re just a few days away from celebrating Halloween and while children all over the country will be dressing up as scary ghouls and goblins to go trick-or-treating, the most terrifying part of All Hallows Eve is pedestrian safety. “With the upcoming time change, it will be dark earlier making it more difficult for drivers to […]

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