MoCo Government

Montgomery County Council will meet on March 25 to continue reviewing the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The meeting will also include proclamations recognizing Mom and Pop Small Business Day and Equal Pay Day, as well as discussions on funding adjustments for public safety, stormwater management, recycling, and Montgomery County Public Schools projects. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government: (more…)


Crime

Two juveniles were arrested in Gaithersburg after allegedly burglarizing a gun store in Springfield, VA, where they used a vehicle to ram the entrance and steal multiple firearms before fleeing into Maryland. Montgomery County Police, with assistance from Fairfax County detectives and Gaithersburg Police, apprehended the suspects, recovered multiple stolen firearms, and continue to search for a third suspect.

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MoCo

Residents in the area have seen Pepco bills increase, and the company is offering energy-saving tips to help customers reduce costs ahead of the summer, including thermostat adjustments, AC maintenance, and home insulation improvements. Pepco also provides a Quick Home Energy Check-up Program and extended energy assistance options through March 2025 to support bill management and service continuity.

Per the news release: ” Spring is in the air which means now is the time to prepare for the warmer weather ahead. With an increase in temperatures comes an increase in energy usage. Pepco is providing energy saving tips to help customers lower costs and ensure their homes and businesses are energy efficient before temperatures rise:


Damascus

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) Special Victims Investigations Division executed a search warrant on Sunday in the 10600 block of Sweepstakes Rd in Damascus as part of an active investigation. No arrests were made, and the investigation is not related to immigration enforcement, according to a police news alert.

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MoCo Government

Note: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated the event date due to information provided by Montgomery County. Montgomery County Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles will host the third annual Women’s […]


MCDOT

According to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), 99% of Maryland residents are REAL ID compliant ahead of the May 7, 2025, implementation of the federal REAL ID Act, which will require a compliant ID or another federally recognized form of identification for domestic air travel and access to federal facilities. (more…)


MoCo Government

Montgomery County residents are invited to a virtual discussion on March 28 about “Longevity Ready Maryland,” a statewide initiative focused on improving community accessibility and long-term well-being for all ages. Hosted by Age-Friendly Montgomery, the event will allow participants to provide feedback on the plan, which aims to create supportive, inclusive communities across Maryland.

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