Montgomery County ICYMI News Roundup Nov 13-Nov 17
Here are five top news items from the week of Nov. 13. 1. New Hilton Hotel Opens in Germantown A new Hilton hotel and the first in the region under… Read More
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County Announces Schedule for Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend
Montgomery County has announced multiple closures and operating hours changes for facilities, services, buildings and offices on Thanksgiving weekend. County offices—Closed Thanksgiving Day. MC 311—Closed Thanksgiving Day. State offices and… Read More
Outdoor Ice Skating at Silver Spring Open for the Season
The Silver Spring Ice Skating Rink at Veterans Plaza is now open from noon to 11 p.m. on weekends and noon to 10 p.m. on weekdays. The rink has over… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 20, In Montgomery County
Today is Monday, Nov. 20 and here are five things to know. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Schools Close Early: The public schools release students early today and tomorrow.… Read More
Thanksgiving Parade in Silver Spring Kicks Off Holiday Season
The holiday season is starting and the area’s only Thanksgiving parade was held Saturday. Attendees at the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade in downtown Silver Spring watched marching bands, floats and… Read More
Registration for Whiskey Lotteries to Begin Dec. 3
Montgomery County’s Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) will open registration for limited availability whiskey lotteries that provide a chance to purchase highly sought spirits on Dec. 3. The lotteries will only… Read More
13 Teens Arrested for Carjackings, Car Theft
Police said 12 juvenile teens and an 18-year-old were arrested Monday in connection with carjackings or vehicle theft. All juvenile suspects were taken to police district stations and then released… Read More
Free Hearing Aids Available to Eligible 60+ Residents
Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services is providing free hearing aids and sound amplifiers to eligible Montgomery County residents 60 years and over. The program is done in… Read More
MCPS Seeking Feedback on 2024-2025 School Calendar
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is seeking feedback on two draft calendars for the 2024-2025 school year. The feedback is the second phase of the MCPS calendar development process. The… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 17, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Nov. 17, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. MCSAO: PSA video contest to promote awareness of the dangers of… Read More
CASA Apologizes After Backlash
CASA’s executive director has issued an apology after receiving backlash from residents and elected officials when the organization made a statement on Palestine and Israel. “Our message was flawed, diminishing… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 16, In Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, Nov.16, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings: Briefings about the grant application and review process, Office of Procurement… Read More