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December 14, 2015 | Sonya Burke

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Multiple Lane Closures Expected on I-495 and I-270 Wednesday Night

The Maryland State Highway Administration is planning to close multiple lanes on the outer loop of I-495 and southbound I-270 to repair the Bradley Boulevard Bridge over I-495 on Wednesday night. Lane closures are scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. and, weather permitting, all lanes should open no later than 5 a.m. on Thursday. SHA’s […]

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October 28, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Firefighters Battle House Fire in Germantown

UPDATED A house fire in Germantown on Wednesday evening caused an estimated $400,000 in damages and displaced a family of four, according to a Montgomery County fire official. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Spokesperson Pete Piringer said the fire at 17809 Falconcrest Circle began outside, near the deck. He said that 60 firefighters were […]

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October 14, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Oct. 14, in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, Oct. 14, in Montgomery County: 1. Commuters are advised to avoid the area of Cedar Lane and Rockville Pike in Bethesda this morning as WSSC repairs continue on a broken 16-inch water main. 2. Heads up! Montgomery Parks officials are warning Capital Crescent Trail users of an […]

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March 25, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, March 25 in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, March 25 in Montgomery County. Tonight you get a chance to share your opinion on the future of Montgomery Village. Find out how. You can destress today. Here’s when and where. MCPS students could find out in a matter of days when their summer vacation starts. Did […]

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March 4, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, March 4, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, March 4, in Montgomery County: 1. We had some freezing rain yesterday but forecasters say snow is on the way late tonight. 2. A Montgomery County Council committee has tabled a proposal to renovate the Council Office Building in Rockville. Find out what was being proposed here. 3. Antsy […]

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February 26, 2015 | Krista Brick

Five Things to Know Today, Feb. 26, in Montgomery County

Look to the sky this morning! The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Montgomery County from 3 a.m. to noon today. Here are five more  things to know today, Feb. 26, in Montgomery County: 1. Police arrested a man for the murder of a 95-year-old retired Naval officer. 2. MCM Blogger Phil […]

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January 21, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Jan. 21, in Montgomery County

It’s inauguration day for Maryland Governor-elect Larry Hogan in Annapolis. Here are five more things to know today, Jan. 21, in Montgomery County: 1. A winter weather advisory is in effect today from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Montgomery County. In case you are wondering, Montgomery County Public Schools are opening on time. 2. […]

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January 13, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Wintry Mix Predicted for Wednesday Morning Commute

For the second time this week, winter weather threatens road travel during the morning hours. The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is again urging motorists to closely monitor weather forecasts later today and tonight as meteorologists call for the possibility of snow and freezing rain during Wednesday morning’s commute. If you can’t delay your travel, […]

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January 29, 2014 | Staff Writer

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Montgomery County Public Schools Delay Opening on Jan. 29

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will open two hours late on Jan. 29 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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