Pepco Donates 1,000 Smoke Alarms to MCFRSÂ
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) received smoke alarms donated by Pepco in partnership with Lowes, according to fire and rescue officials. The donation of 1,000 smoke alarms was… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She graduated from the University of Maryland in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. Previously, she was an intern with myMCM. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org or on Twitter @maryam_mcm.
Police: 3 Arrested for 7-Eleven Armed Robbery
Police said three adults have been arrested and charged in an armed robbery that occurred two weeks ago at a 7-Eleven on Shady Grove Road in Gaithersburg. Police arrested Chris… Read More
‘Over One Incident a Day on Average’: Advocates Speak to Hate, Bias in Schools
This year alone, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) are averaging more than one hate or bias incident per day — a rate tripled from past years — according to MCPS… Read More
MCPS Announces New Steps to Combat ‘Unacceptable Actions’ of Hate
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will take new steps in response to increased hate and bias incidents in schools. One new action includes revising fourth and fifth grade curriculums to… Read More
Global Satellite Technology Company Opens Center in Rockville
A global satellite technology company has opened a new center in Rockville. Intellian Technologies announced a $100 million investment into satellite communication technology research and development during the official opening… Read More
MCPS Superintendent to Address Community, Announce Actions in Response to Hate Incidents
Hate and bias incidents in schools have grown significantly in recent months, according to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). At 4 p.m. Thursday, MCPS Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected… Read More
‘More Deliberate Policy’ Needed, Elrich Says Ahead of MCPS Actions on Hate Incidents
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected to announce districtwide actions in response to increased hate incidents in an address Thursday. On Wednesday, County Executive Marc… Read More
Police: 2 Juveniles Apprehended in Attempted Vehicle Theft, 2 Others Flee in Stolen Vehicle
Officers interrupted an attempted vehicle theft in Takoma Park on Tuesday, according to police. At about 5:31 p.m., Takoma Park Police Department officers responded to Hickory Avenue for a vehicle… Read More
Vehicle Crashes Into Papa Johns Pizza in Rockville
A vehicle collided into a Papa Johns Pizza restaurant Tuesday night, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS). It occurred around 10 p.m. in the 15100 block of… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, April 26, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, April 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Drug Takeback: Montgomery College will host a Prescription Drug Takeback Day from 10 a.m. to… Read More
Smoldering Semi-Tractor Trailer Packed With Paper Products Blocks Lanes on I-270
A semi-tractor trailer full of paper products was smoldering on I-270 on Tuesday, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. It occurred on northbound… Read More
MCPS Teacher of the Year Thrilled to be ‘Recognized For Doing What I Love’
On Monday, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) named Shannon McKenzie as Teacher of the Year. McKenzie, a child development teacher at Clarksburg High School, was awarded during a ceremony at… Read More