Five Things to Know for March 10 in Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, March 10, and it’s the Jewish holiday Purim, which is also known as the Festival of Lots. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council… Read More
Deirdre Byrne
Deirdre Byrne is a social media coordinator for Montgomery Community Media. She can be reached at dbyrne@mymcmedia.org or on twitter at @DeirdreByrneMCM.
The Village at Rockville Postpones Public Events Over Coronavirus Concerns
After a coronavirus patient was said to have attended a public event Feb. 28 at The Village at Rockville, the retirement community released a statement saying that “potential exposure during… Read More
Former Congressman Delaney Endorses Biden
Former Democratic presidential candidate John Delaney (D-Md.) officially announced his endorsement of former Vice President Joe Biden on Twitter Friday. Delaney — the former congressman from Potomac — dropped out of the… Read More
Elrich to Offer Update on Montgomery County Coronavirus Cases Friday Morning
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is holding a news conference Friday at 10 a.m. to provide an update about the three confirmed coronavirus cases in Montgomery County. The three cases… Read More
MCPS Schools to Stay Open After Three Coronavirus Cases in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Public Schools released a statement Thursday evening announcing schools would remain open after Gov. Larry Hogan confirmed the first three cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Maryland are from… Read More
Black D-Day Hero’s Widow Fights for His Medal of Honor
Joann Woodson spent years investigating contributions black residents made in Clarksburg’s development since the 1800s. Because of her research as president for the Clarksburg Historical Society, two new elementary schools… Read More
Bad News for Local News: The Town Courier in Gaithersburg Ends 17-Year Run
There’s more bad news for local news in Montgomery County. The Town Courier, an independent newspaper in Gaithersburg, announced it is “closing up shop” after 17 years. A statement from… Read More
Five Things to Know for March 4 in Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, March 4 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Charter Review Commission Seeks Public Input: From 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Council Office… Read More
Police Arrest Former Kennedy High Student for Threatening School
Montgomery County Police Department has arrested a Takoma Park man for making threats against John F. Kennedy High School in Wheaton. Police say Jason Salinas, 20, made threats against the… Read More
Five Things to Know for Feb. 26 in Montgomery County
Good morning! In the Western Christian calendar, it’s Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Easter is 46 days away. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.… Read More
Five Things to Know for Feb. 25 in Montgomery County
Happy Mardi Gras to those celebrating! It’s Tuesday, Feb. 25 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Session: Montgomery County Council meets at 9… Read More
Kennedy High Student Arrested for Threats to School
Montgomery County Police Department arrested a juvenile male student at Kennedy High School in Wheaton for making threats to the school community. On Thursday at 2:10 p.m., police received a… Read More