Children’s Author Writes Lessons for All Ages
Many Montgomery County residents recognize Link Hoewing for his work with the Fair Access Committee in the western exurbs around Poolesville. But lately Hoewing has taken on a new role… Read More
Fran Murphy
Executive Producer, Montgomery Community Media
Term Limits for County Executive Will Be on November Ballot
Late Wednesday, the Board of Elections notified Reardon Sullivan, head of the Committee for Better Government, that valid signatures on the petitions to limit the terms of service for the… Read More
Council Rejects Referendum on New Rules for Raising Taxes
On Tuesday, the County Council rejected changes to the County Charter by a 6-5 vote when it comes to adopting budgets and raising property taxes. If it had been approved,… Read More
Committee Delivers More Petitions Supporting Term Limits for County Executive
On Friday afternoon, representatives of the Committee for Better Government delivered several more boxes of signed petitions to the Rockville offices of the County Executive. It constitutes a second wave… Read More
Newly Reopened Woodlawn Manor Not Shying Away From Its History
In May, Woodlawn Manor in Sandy Spring reopened its doors to the public. For several years, the venue had been rented out for weddings and other events. Like many landmarks… Read More
Mural Tells Wheaton’s History
Sometimes a picture really is worth a thousand words and can span as many years. That’s what mural artist Bridgit Cimino created at a local retail landmark on Wheaton’s University… Read More
Term Limit Petition for County Executive Challenged
Earlier this month, the Committee for Better Government delivered a petition signed by more than 12 thousand county residents to limit the County Executive to two terms. Their goal: to… Read More
Board of Elections to Review County Executive Term Limit Petition Signatures
The Board of Elections issued a statement Friday regarding the recent submission of 12 thousand plus signatures on a petition to limit the County Executive to two terms. The Board… Read More
Crossvines in Poolesville Pours its First Wine
Since opening its doors last July, The Crossvines co-op winery has focused on helping local would-be vintners develop their own vintage varieties. MCM dropped by the research facility in Poolesville… Read More
Friedson Chastises Board of Ed Proposed ‘Draconian Cuts’
During Monday’s media availability County Council President Andrew Friedson made clear his thoughts about the current budget for Montgomery County Public Schools and the Board of Education’s recent pronouncements regarding… Read More
MCPS Updates Teacher Staffing Information
In an emailed press release on Monday afternoon, Montgomery County Public Schools sought to clarify some of the issues surrounding recent statements by the Board of Education regarding teacher employment.… Read More
Poolesville Winery Sideswiped by Tornado
According to the National Weather Service, seven tornados swept through the Washington area on Wednesday as part of a supercell. One touched down in Poolesville. MCM witnessed the damage on… Read More