Meeting to Focus on Public Safety in Upcounty Region
The Upcounty Citizens Advisory Board (UCAB) meets Monday, Feb. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. to lead a discussion on public safety in the upcounty region. Councilmembers Sidney Katz and… Read More
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Bomb Squad Conducted Controlled Detonation in Dickerson
At around 10 p.m. on Thursday, the Montgomery County Fire Rescue Services Bomb Squad conducted an emergency controlled detonation of recovered explosives at an outdoor shooting range in the area… Read More
Spruce Up This Holiday Season with Locally Grown Christmas Trees
Over 15,000 producers grow Christmas trees in the U.S. Montgomery County is home to a handful of family-owned spruce tree farms. Christmas trees are a labor-intensive crop, requiring 125-175 hours… Read More
Halloween Happenings in the County: Haunted Houses, Forests and More
There are plenty of places in or near Montgomery County to have some spooky Halloween fun. Here’s a list of some haunted forests and houses, live theatre and movies for… Read More
Montgomery Parks Adds Selfie Stands Throughout the County
In celebration of National Selfie Day on Monday, Montgomery Parks announced the installation of 16 new selfie stands at 13 scenic park locations. The wooden stands have two different ledges… Read More
Following Legal Dispute, White’s Ferry Purchased by Virginia Businessman
Montgomery County’s historic White’s Ferry has a new owner who plans to resume service after it was shutdown last December over a legal dispute. Chuck Kuhn, CEO of the Sterling-based… Read More
White’s Ferry Purchased Following Service Shutdown; New Owner Plans to Resume Service
White’s Ferry has been purchased following a legal dispute that led to a service shutdown late December, according to a statement Friday evening. Chuck Kuhn, CEO of the Sterling-based company… Read More
After White’s Ferry Shutdown, Leaders Hope for Resolution
After more than 230 years of operation, White’s Ferry announced on Dec. 28 that it would stop service effective immediately following a November court ruling in Virginia. Since 1786, the… Read More
Park Trail Named After Confederate General Jeb Stuart Renamed
About six months ago, the Montgomery County Council requested a review to find all county streets and facilities named after Confederates, so they can ultimately be renamed. On June 15,… Read More
Video Shows Roof Being Blowing Off in Boyds During Friday Tornado
Maryland was hit with an unheard of five tornados on Friday according to the National Weather Service. Since 1950, a grand total of four tornados had hit the state in… Read More
Police Arrest Four in Connection With Dickerson Homicide
Police detectives say that four men — whom they said are associated with the 18th Street criminal street gang — have been arrested in connection to the homicide of 19-year-old… Read More
Five Things to Know for Dec. 13 in Montgomery County
Light rain is expected today, check out the weather forecast. Here’s your Friday the 13th edition of the five things you need to know in Montgomery County: 1. Pedestrian Fatality:… Read More