5 Things to Know Today, Dec. 2, In Montgomery County
Today is Thursday, Dec. 2, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Board of Education: The school board meets today with public items starting at 12:30… Read More
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5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 11, In Montgomery County
Today is Thursday, Nov. 11, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Montgomery County Observes Veteran’s Day Holiday: Take a look at what’s opening and what’s… Read More
What’s Open, What’s Closed on Veterans Day in Montgomery County
Montgomery County government has posted the following holiday schedule for Thursday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day: County offices – Closed. Public Libraries – Closed. County-operated COVID-19 vaccination and… Read More
Potomac Boy Scout Gives Back to Veterans
Potomac Boy Scout Joel Berinstein gathered a group of fellow scouts and volunteers to put together 304 care packages for veterans staying in VA Hospitals. Body wash, shampoo, conditioner, combs,… Read More
Wounded Army Vet to Move to Specialized Home in Poolesville
Sgt. Emmanuel “Manny” Melendez-Diaz, an Army veteran who served in Iraq, will have a new specialized home in Poolesville thanks to Homes for Our Troops. In December 2004, Melendez-Diaz had been serving in the 2nd Battalion,… Read More
MCPL Launches Brainfuse Online Tutoring, Job Search and Veteran Assistance Services
Montgomery County Public Libraries is now offering online services using HelpNow, JobNow and VetNow from Brainfuse. County library cardholders can log on to the website and access tutoring services, job… Read More
Maryland Ranks Seventh Best State For Military Retirees
WalletHub ranked Maryland the seventh best state in the country for military retirees. The number one state on the list is Virginia. WalletHub, a company that offers free credit score… Read More
It’s National Puppy Day! Warrior Canine Connection Celebrates New Litter of Future Service Dogs
Tuesday marked National Puppy Day, and Warrior Canine Connection in Boyds is celebrating since they recently welcomed a litter of future service dogs for Veterans in need. WCC has placed… Read More
Maryland Women’s Caucus to Honor Veterans in Virtual Event
The Maryland Women’s Caucus is hosting a virtual celebration to honor women veterans on March 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The celebration also looks to pay tribute to… Read More
Vaccines Available for Veterans Ages 65 and Older
The Department of Veterans Affairs is now vaccinating individuals who served in the military ages 65 and older. The VA is also vaccinating younger veterans if a person has several… Read More
Warrior Canine Connection in Need of Puppy Parent Volunteers
A special announcement just in time for Veterans Day- Warrior Canine Connection needs puppy parent volunteers. The organization is headquartered in Boyds and provides specially trained service dogs to Military… Read More
Warrior Canine Connection Hosts 2020 Graduation Virtually
Although this year marked Warrior Canine Connection’s eighth annual graduation, it was their first virtual ceremony. The special presentation showcased successful service dog placements that will help veterans in need… Read More