Tax-Free Week in Maryland Starts Aug. 8
Maryland “Tax-Free Week” begins at 12:01 a.m. on Aug. 8 and runs through midnight on Aug. 14. During this week, clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less will be… Read More
Sarah Dilworth
Sarah Dilworth is a freelance reporter at MyMcMedia and a recent graduate from the University of Maryland, College Park. She can be reached at sdilworth@mymcmedia.org.
County Council Approves Business Improvement District in Silver Spring
The Montgomery County Council approved Bill 3-21 of Special Taxing Area Laws on Tuesday to aid in marketing and promotions for the district. Sponsored by Council President Tom Hucker and… Read More
Elrich Appoints 4 New Regional Services Center Directors
County Executive Elrich appointed Luisa F. Cardona de Vence, Peter Fosselman, Jacob Newman and W. Gregory Wims as the new Regional Service Directors for Montgomery County. The County Council approved… Read More
Banks Fund Olney Ale House Re-Opening
The Montgomery County Green Bank and Sandy Spring Bank have teamed up to finance the re-opening of the Olney Ale House. The Olney Ale House is re-opening with the help… Read More
Climate, Energy and Air Quality Advisory Committee Looking for Applicants
County Executive Marc Elrich wants to fill five vacancies on the Climate, Energy and Air Quality Advisory Committee. Looking to do more for Montgomery County’s climate, energy, and air quality?… Read More
Elrich Proposes First of its Kind Energy-Reducing Bill
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich proposed a bill that could make the county the first in the nation to set a Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) policy that enforces a… Read More
MCDOT Will Offer Free Bus Rides for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will enact a long-term ‘Ride Free Program’ for seniors and persons with disabilities. Have you heard❓ @MCDOTNow's Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Ride… Read More
Pop Up Dog Park Comes to Elm Street Urban Park
Montgomery Parks, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Committee and the Bethesda Urban Partnership will host a pop-up dog park at Elm Street Urban Park from July 15 to Aug.… Read More
Tips For a Safe and Fun Hike
Outdoor sports have seen a resurgence since the beginning of the pandemic and hiking often tops the list. But, it can also be dangerous if you don’t plan ahead. Here… Read More
MCPL Launches Northstar Digital Literacy Services
Montgomery County Public Libraries now offers online digital literacy resources using Northstar. .@ricepolitics Understanding your Digital Footprint! @MCPL_Libraries Residents who take proctored assessment tests can earn certificates & badges to… Read More
Takoma Park Woman Competes on CBS’ Big Brother
Azah Awasum from Takoma Park is among the contestants in the new season of the CBS show Big Brother. She appeared on last week’s season premier episodes. Awasum, a director of sales… Read More
County Libraries Win 3 Awards
Montgomery County Public Libraries received three National Association of Counties awards for outstanding programs in 2021. @MontgomeryCoMD Public Libraries Receives Three 2021 @NACoTweets #Achievement Awards #MDcounties https://t.co/cczWyQZHMB — MD Assoc… Read More