Five Things to Know for May 5 in Montgomery County
Happy Cinco De Mayo! Today we commemorate the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Here are five things to know in Montgomery… Read More
Neighborhoods
Dawson’s Market to Distribute 500 Free Meals for Families Hurt by COVID-19
Dawson’s Market, a Rockville grocery store, will be distributing 500 free meals to families facing economic hardship due to the COVID-19 health crisis on Tuesday. Each meal distributed will be… Read More
Long Branch Organizes Meaningful Cinco de Mayo Takeout Tuesday
The Long Branch neighborhood of Silver Spring has organized an effort to support restaurants on Cinco de Mayo as well as to assist residents in need during the COVID-19 health… Read More
Bethesda Art Installation Honors Workers on Frontline
Have you noticed the colorful artwork on the pedestrian bridge over Old Georgetown Road in downtown Bethesda? The pedestrian bridge art installation depicts healthcare workers, service industry employees, hearts, a… Read More
County Council Reviews MCPS Capital Budget for FY21-26
The Montgomery County Council held a virtual work session on Monday to review the Capital Improvements Program Budget for Montgomery County Public Schools. The Board’s FY21-26 request totals $1.82 billion.… Read More
Five Things to Know for May 4 in Montgomery County
Here are five things to know in Montgomery County for Monday, May 4. 1. Virtual Safety Week: Elementary and middle school students are invited to the county’s first virtual safety… Read More
Crowds Gather for Glimpse of Blue Angels, Thunderbirds Flyover
After a very rainy week, Saturday delivered a spectacular respite in the form of blue skies and perfect temperatures. For those who were feeling cooped up, it was a great… Read More
SEEC Distributing Masks, Gifts to Direct Support Professionals Throughout Maryland
Supporting Employment Equality and Community a local nonprofit that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, has already distributed over 3,000 masks for Direct Support Professionals in Maryland. DSP’s work… Read More
Concejo Aprueba Fondos para Asistir a Familias de Bajos Recursos
El Concejo del Condado de Montgomery aprobó una asignación especial de $5 millones para proporcionar asistencia adicional a los hogares de bajos ingresos durante la emergencia COVID-19. Se han comenzado… Read More
Council President Katz Hosts Business and Economic Development Briefing
County Council President Sidney Katz hosted a business and economic development briefing via Zoom on Friday. The discussion focused on ongoing efforts to support local businesses during the COVID-19 health… Read More
Montgomery County Outlines Plan to Protect Nursing Homes
Montgomery County has outlined plans to protect nursing home residents and staff. Gov. Hogan recently ordered the Maryland Department of Health to publish data regarding COVID-19 cases and fatalities in… Read More
Council Approves $750,000 Food Insecurity Appropriation for Residents and Families
Montgomery County Council approved a $750,000 special appropriation, on Thursday, to help address the increasing level of food insecurity of the County’s residents and families. This special appropriation was initiated… Read More