Rockville City Seeks Ideas for Site of RedGate Park
Rockville City officials want to know what residents would like to see at RedGate Park on Avery Road and will hold two community meetings to share plans and receive comments.… Read More
Suzanne Pollak
Suzanne is a freelance reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She has over 35 years professional experience writing for newspapers, magazines, non-profit newsletters and the web.
Silver Spring Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Killing Mother of His Children
Ruel Francis Dempster II, 34, of Silver Spring was sentenced to 40 years in prison Friday after previously admitting to killing Alice Dennis, the mother of his children. Alice Dennis’… Read More
County Plans to Test Wastewater for Traces of COVID-19 Soon
Montgomery County officials soon will test its wastewater for indications of COVID-19 as part of a six-month pilot program. The county received a $200,000 grant from the Maryland Department of… Read More
Future of Maryland Redistricting Map Still in Dispute
A new redistricting map drawn up by the Maryland Senate earlier this week is being reviewed by Gov. Larry Hogan. Meanwhile, Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh announced he will appeal… Read More
Raskin Speaks about his Book, ‘Unthinkable,’ in Virtual Library Talk
Montgomery County Public Library features a virtual talk by U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin, who will speak about his book, “Unthinkable.” The 2 p.m. talk on Saturday is sponsored by the… Read More
It’s Showtime at Montgomery County Public Schools
In-person theater is back at high schools throughout Montgomery County. Here’s a list of Broadway-inspired shows to attend with tickets far below Broadway prices. Many performances begin this weekend, including… Read More
Silver Spring Man Charged With Manslaughter in Fatal Crash
Gustavo Santos Campos, 49, of Silver Spring was arrested and charged with criminally negligent manslaughter, negligent driving and failure to control speed in connection with a fatal collision in Kensington… Read More
Police Seek Suspect in Attempted Robbery, Assault in White Oak
Montgomery County Police are looking for a suspect who attempted to steal a victim’s purse and kicked her on March 26 at 8 a.m. at the Chick-fil-A in the 12000… Read More
‘From Darkness Came Hope’: County Celebrates Food Security Appreciation Week
During this week’s Montgomery County Food Security Appreciation, the volunteers who purchased, packaged, cooked, delivered and distributed food to the needy were thanked for both their hard work and their… Read More
Three Men Responsible for Armed Robberies of 10 Area Businesses Found Guilty
During a four-week period in 2018, three men working together robbed a total of 10 gas stations, liquor stores, convenience stores and restaurants throughout the area, according to a news… Read More
Maryland Adopts $1.86 Billion Tax Relief Package
A tax relief package for retirees, small businesses and low-income families will be signed into law by the end of this week. On Monday, Gov. Larry Hogan, Senate President Bill… Read More
State Comptroller, County Exec Serve Dinner at Shepherd’s Table
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot tasted chocolates from Velatis, toured the AFI Silver Theater and Culture Center and served beef in stuffed peppers and grits at Shepherd’s Table Monday in appreciation… Read More