Hyperthermia Alert Issued for Thursday
Montgomery County has been placed under a Hyperthermia alert from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday. The precaution comes into effect as a result of temperatures reaching 95 degrees or… Read More
Matthew Shea
Matthew is a Freelance Reporter with Montgomery Community Media. He is also a student at the University of Maryland where he studies Journalism and Law. Matthew can be reached at mshea@mymcmedia.org or on Twitter @matthewashea_.
New Omicron Subvariant BA.5 Reported in County
A new coronavirus subvariant, a dominant strain of omicron called BA.5, has been reported in Montgomery County, according to Acting County Health Officer and Chief Dr. James Bridgers. “It is… Read More
Candidates Sayles, Pope Claim Digital Ballots Present Potential Disadvantage in Council Races
The races for county council seats are underway and residents have spent the past week casting early votes prior to the upcoming July 19 primary. But as voting ensues, questions… Read More
MCPS Staff P.R.I.D.E Group to Hold First Meeting
The Montgomery County Public Schools Staff P.R.I.D.E group, a professional and social network for MCPS staff that identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, will be holding its first meeting… Read More
Silver Spring Hosting Arts and Crafts Summer Fair
For county residents seeking a lively, close-to-home weekend event, the Silver Spring Arts & Crafts Summer Fair will take place Sunday, July 10 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at… Read More
County Announces Procedure for Filing Complaints Against Police
County residents now have the ability to file complaints against county, or municipal, police officers, the county government announced Tuesday. The electronic Montgomery County Police Accountability Complaint Form, is officially… Read More
College Students Eligible for Free Bikeshare Membership
Capital Bikeshare is offering free memberships to qualifying college students in Montgomery County, according to an MCDOT tweet Wednesday. Residents must be at least 18 years old and part of… Read More
Poets Needed for Readings, Laureate Position in Takoma Park
Takoma Park Arts is seeking poets to apply for poetry readings in the area, as well as someone to serve as a city ambassador on poetry, the city government announced… Read More
Elrich Appoints Residents to Administrative Charging Committee
County Executive Marc Elrich has appointed two residents – Christopher Jennison and Andrea McCoy Johnson – to the inaugural Administrative Charging Committee (ACC), the county government announced Friday. The committee,… Read More
Rockville Seeking Applicants for Board of Supervisors of Elections
The city of Rockville is looking for candidates to fill three vacant spots on the Board of Supervisors of Elections, the city government announced. The board is responsible for conducting… Read More
Sprouts Unveiled as New Anchor for Burtonsville Crossing Project
County officials, along with retail real estate company EDENS, came together Thursday to announce Sprouts Farmers Market as the anchor for what will be a newly-renovated shopping plaza at Burtonsville… Read More
Rockville Street Closures on July 7 Announced
Two Rockville streets will be closed on July 7 due to the 100-year anniversary celebration of the Montgomery County Police, the city of Rockville government announced Wednesday. The affected locations… Read More