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June 24, 2015 | Sonya Burke

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UPDATED: Hogan Announces Purple Line is Moving Forward

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced that the Purple Line is moving forward. At a news conference this afternoon, the governor said it will require an additional investment from both Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. The Governor also announced a nearly $2 billion investment in improving roads and bridges across the state. He said one […]

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March 26, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, March 26 in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, March 26 in Montgomery County. The Lady Terps play in the NCAA regional round March 28. Photographer Phil Fabrizio highlights the win that got them there against Princeton in photos. There’s a job fair today in Silver Spring to provide refugee beneficiaries with an opportunity to become self-sufficient. […]

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March 19, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Car Crashes into Building in Bethesda (PHOTO)

A car crashed through a glass window at a Rite Aid store on Thursday afternoon in the 5300 block of Westbard Avenue in Bethesda. Although some of the store’s merchandise was damaged, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Spokesperson Pete Piringer said no one was injured. A building inspector was called to inspect the structural […]

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March 6, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, March 6, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, March 6, in Montgomery County: 1.Montgomery County is under a wind chill advisory through 10 a.m. 2. The Hoggle toddlers are missing six months this weekend. Here’s an update on the case. 3. BlackRock Center for the Arts got an unprecedented gift and is naming its main gallery after the […]

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March 5, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, March 5, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, March 5, in Montgomery County: 1. First Lady Michelle Obama joined MCPS students for a mental health summit Wednesday. 2. Congressman Chris Van Hollen is officially making a bid for Sen. Barbara Mikulski’s seat in the Senate. 3. Ridgeview’s Middle School Principal was named Maryland’s Principal of the Year. 4. Montgomery County Councilman […]

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February 27, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, Feb. 27, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, Feb. 27, in Montgomery County: 1. The cold weather hasn’t just closed the schools. Two local lakes are delaying the opening of fishing and boating season. Find out which ones. 2. The county’s Department of General Services is working on reigning in costs for the Wheaton Library/Recreation Center project. […]

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February 19, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Feb. 19, in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, Feb. 19, in Montgomery County: 1. The Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center has a new name and a new logo. 2. State Delegate Aruna Miller is introducing legislation to limit the use of drones. 3. Local civic groups are hosting a Budgetpoolza event one week from today. 4. […]

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January 21, 2014 | Staff Writer

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Montgomery County Public Schools Delay Opening on Jan. 23

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will open two hours late on Jan. 23 due to emergency weather conditions. Bus service will be provided on a two-hour delayed schedule. Morning prekindergarten, morning half-day Head Start, other morning half-day programs and field trips are canceled. Other activities and programs that begin at 10:30 a.m. or earlier are canceled. […]

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January 16, 2013 | Staff Writer

SHA Prepares for Snow

While the forecast for tomorrow is still uncertain, Maryland may see snow by the Thursday afternoon drive time, particularly in areas to the south.  During the next 24 hours, Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) crews are preparing trucks, loaders and other equipment in anticipation of the storm.  Since to storm is predicted to start as […]

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