DC Region: Birthplace Of Pediatric Ophthalmology
Many people may not know this fun fact, but the birthplace of pediatric ophthalmology started right here in the D.C. region. Eighty years ago, Virginia native Dr. Frank Costenbader made… Read More
February 2023
New Wheaton Study Calls for Multicultural Business Designation
The Montgomery County Planning Department released its Wheaton Downtown study aimed at continuing the area’s revitalization. The 51-page study showcased the need for an “urban design framework to create a… Read More
Juvenile Arrested in Takoma Park Carjacking
A Washington, D.C. teenager was arrested Wednesday by Takoma Park Police and charged with carjacking. He, along with two adults and one other juvenile, also were charged by Fairfax, Va… Read More
Vigil Will Honor the Life of Melanie Díaz, Victim of Silver Spring Fire
To honor and celebrate the life of Melanie Díaz, who passed away in the Silver Spring apartment fire on February 18th, the family is organizing a vigil Thursday at 5:00… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 23, In Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, Feb. 23, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Climate Stories Film Festival: the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection and Iniciativa Latina de… Read More
Fentanilo: Oculto Asesino
Fentanilo: Oculto Asesino es una edición especial de Montgomery Community Media y Hola Montgomery. Con el alarmante aumento de casos de sobredosis y muertes por fentanilo entre jóvenes en el… Read More
MCPS Superintendent Calls for Support Against Antisemitism After Increase in Incidents
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight called for the community to come together in support of new measures of education, accountability and respect in response to a… Read More
After Fatal Silver Spring Fire, Elrich Addresses Lack of Sprinklers in High-Rises
On Saturday, a fire in a Downtown Silver Spring high-rise apartment building killed a woman and displaced many residents. On Wednesday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich said the county hopes… Read More
Comunidad Recibe más Donaciones de Abrigos de Invierno
Gracias a una comunidad generosa, se distribuyeron 44 abrigos de invierno más allá de los 1,000 que se entregaron en enero en el Centro Recreativo Comunitario de Long Branch. Además… Read More
Pianist Ganz Continues ‘Extreme Chopin’ Quest at Strathmore
To say that classical pianist Brian Ganz is enamored with the music of 19th century composer and pianist Fredric Chopin would be quite an understatement. Since 2011, Ganz – who… Read More
Metro Seeking Artwork From Students to be Featured on Metrobus
Metro’s Art in Transit program is asking kindergarten through sixth-grade students from D.C., Maryland and Virginia to submit 2-D artwork for a chance to be featured on a special bus… Read More
Cientos de Personas Conectadas al Foro Virtual en Español sobre Fentanilo
La oficina del Ejecutivo del Condado de Montgomery Marc Elrich organizó el martes un foro comunitario virtual sobre opioides y fentanilo donde más de doscientas personas se conectaron y participaron… Read More