It’s Monday, Oct. 7. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here.
1. Stepped-up police presence: Today marks the anniversary of Hamas’ attack on Israel, which triggered the war in Gaza. County police have increased patrols near places of worship and schools. Read more here.
2. Council President Briefing: Council President Andrew Friedson will hold his weekly media briefing at 11:30 a.m. today. He will provide an overview of Tuesday’s Council meeting. The meeting includes a public hearing and a vote on a $2 million supplemental appropriation for vaping detection and prevention in schools. Watch the briefing live on the Council’s Facebook page here.
3. Takoma Park red-light camera enforcement: Police will issue warning notices to drivers who run red lights for a month before starting to issue citations.
4. Food Resources: Find today’s food giveaway events in the county.
5. In case you missed it: Dozens of volunteers worked Thursday and Friday to paint and restore two buildings at Our House, expanding opportunities for at-risk young men approaching adulthood. Read more here.
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