Montgomery Community Media

Winter weather is expected, with predictions of heavy snowfall beginning Wednesday night and continuing through Thursday. The best way for residents to receive timely severe weather and emergency notifications directly to cell phones and/or email addresses is from Alert Montgomery. Montgomery County officials offer residents the following tips for preparing for and dealing with severe […]

As the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) goes to battle with yet another round of wintry weather, SHA reminds travelers to exercise caution and plan for extra travel time. Depending on your location, afternoon commutes will include fog, rain, snow and sleet. Drivers are encouraged to avoid nighttime travel as re-freezing is likely. Emergency response […]

Buckle up! There’s a new seatbelt law in Maryland that requires all passengers even those in the backseat (over the age of 16) to be buckled in safely. Montgomery County Police Captain Tom Didone is credited by many legislators for making this new law a reality. And in this MyMCMedia extra, he tells us why […]

As the new school year gets underway, Lucille Baur of the Montgomery County Police Department provides some practical safety tips for both students and parents. Take a look. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.

With Montgomery County Public Schools starting the new school year on August 26, the Gaithersburg Police Department offers these reminders to students, parents, motorists and bicyclists to ensure a safe and healthy school year: Students Discuss with your family the safest route to school. Identify intersections with crossing guards and the route with the fewest […]

During hot weather and extreme heat this summer, keep informed by listening to local weather and news channels, use common sense and take a minute to review the tips below. 1. Pre-hydrate, hydrate and re-hydrate. During hot weather you will need to increase your fluid intake, regardless of your activity level. Drink plenty of fluids […]

Bradley Wilt, a local firefighter and paramedic, said it is important for AT&T National spectators to drink plenty of water. More tips to beat the heat: Pre-hydrate, hydrate and re-hydrate. Drink plenty of fluids in advance, during and after activities and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to hydrate. Dress for the heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored […]

As prom and graduation season come to a close, one organization is elated Montgomery County teens enjoyed their last high school moments safely.

If you would have told me that brooms could conduct electricity, I would have said ‘I don’t think so.’ Thanks to a Pepco training on hurricane preparedness in Rockville on May 29 I will live to see another day.

Did you know the Montgomery County Police Department runs the Project Lifesaver Program to address the problem of wandering? Individuals with medical conditions like Alzheimer’s, Autism, or Down’s Syndrome, and related disorders are outfitted with a personalized bracelet. The bracelet emits a unique automatic tracking signal every second, 24 hours a day. If the participant […]