Fireworks Cause July 4 House Fire in Aspen Hill
Fireworks caused a fire at an Aspen Hill home Thursday night on the Fourth of July, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. There… Read More
July 2024
Horse Gallops Through Crowded Takoma Park Parade
When most of the participants had paraded in the Takoma Park Fourth of July parade, a horse who also was in the procession, took off, galloping through a crowd of… Read More
Fire to Wheaton House Exterior Caused by Discarded Fireworks
A fire to the exterior of a home in Wheaton was caused by discarded fireworks, according to Pete Piringer, spokesperson for the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS). There… Read More
New Superintendent Emphasizes Communication, Transparency in Letter to Community
New MCPS superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor shared a letter with the community Wednesday reflecting on his first few days in his new job. “You may have heard me say that… Read More
Nerd Nite Co-Founders Present ‘How to Win Friends and Influence Fungi’ at Gaithersburg Book Festival
Matt Wasowski and Chris Balakrishnan, co-founders of Nerd Nite, presented “How to Win Friends and Influence Fungi” at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on May 18. Their first book, subtitled “Collected… Read More
County Under Hyperthermia Alert Friday
The county is under a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat Friday from noon to 8 p.m. The county’s Emergency Management and Homeland Security tells residents to expect the heat index… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, July 5, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, July 5. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weekend Plans: Discover exciting entertainment options close to home for this… Read More
Commuters Should Plan Ahead for Closures, Delays Due to NATO Summit in D.C.
For the first time in 25 years, Washington, D.C., is hosting the 2024 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit. Montgomery County residents planning to commute or travel to D.C. next… Read More
Elrich Optimistic About New Leadership for School System, Police Department
County Executive Marc Elrich said he is optimistic as the county sees new leadership for the school system and police department. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor… Read More
State, County See Uptick in Covid-19 Cases
Covid-19 is circulating once again which could be the start of a summer surge. The number of hospitalizations across the state has doubled in recent weeks. Montgomery County Chief Health… Read More
Safety First on the Fourth: SoberRide, Lyft Offering Discounted Rides
If you’re gearing up to celebrate the Fourth of July with a few drinks, make sure you have a safe ride home lined up. County officials are highlighting the SoberRide… Read More
Libraries Launch ‘Read Across Generations’ to Boost Summer Reading Skills
Several Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) will again offer the “Read Across Generations” program to help younger students with reading during the summer months, beginning July 8. Designed for children… Read More