Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Edgar French Speiden, a missing 87-year-old from Silver Spring. (more…)
Maryland Secretary of Health Dr. Meena Seshamani issued a statement reaffirming the state’s commitment to childhood immunizations and the existing vaccine schedule, emphasizing that it will continue to be guided by established medical science and national pediatric standards.
Quince Orchard High School alumnus Jaylen Harvey is transferring from Penn State to North Carolina, where he will play under legendary head coach Bill Belichick. Harvey will have three years of eligibility remaining after redshirting his freshman season, as reported by on3.com.
As technology advances faster than ever, cybersecurity and defense companies are competing for more than talent—they are seeking exceptional innovators with the expertise to create the next generation of products, services, and breakthrough technologies.
That combination of diverse and specialized talent, and proximity to customers is what positions Montgomery County, Maryland, as a strategic destination and a growing hub for defense, satellite communications, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing companies.
Thales Defense & Security, Inc.’s (TDSI) expansion is the latest example.
For more than six decades, TDSI, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Thales U.S.A, has supported critical national security missions, delivering advanced communications, intelligence, surveillance, and defense technologies to military and government customers around the world.
Last week, the company celebrated a significant expansion of its manufacturing operations in Clarksburg, Maryland.
Over the past year, TDSI also doubled its manufacturing floor footprint through a $4 million investment, expanding production capacity to support the company’s continued growth.
Today, TDSI employs approximately 675 people in Montgomery County, including roughly 250 manufacturing employees.
As demand for its technologies continues to grow, the company continues to expand and has added more than 225 positions locally over the past three years.
A leading U.S. supplier of tactical radio and SATCOM communications, including EW/SIGINT kits, tactical power, Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (HMCS), mounted/dismounted EO/IR sensors, missile fusing, cyber protection technology and Anti-Submarine Warfare sonars, TDSI supports customers across the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and global security partners. (more…)
The State of Maryland, under Wes Moore, has reached economic agreements with most public sector employee unions, establishing compensation and benefit terms following months of negotiations.
Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Food Truck.
First 75 registrants can receive free food.*
An Extreme Cold Alert has been issued for Montgomery County for Monday, January 5, from 8pm until 11pm. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors. (more…)
The Washington Commanders wrapped up a frustrating and unexpected 2025 season with an end-of-year press conference Monday, as head coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters addressed what went wrong after a 5-12 finish that followed last season’s surprising 12-5 run to the NFC Championship Game.
Blake High School alumnus Michael Creppy Jr. has reached a major milestone with the debut of his first feature documentary, “Imported,” now streaming on Hulu. The milestone was previously highlighted by Brandy Simms on Sports Illustrated.
Barbarian Comics (11242 Triangle Ln. Wheaton, MD) has built one of the longest-running and most enduring legacies in Montgomery County, evolving alongside the comic book industry while remaining a constant presence in the Wheaton community for more than five decades (photos below).
Sardi’s is officially celebrating its arrival in Rockville with a grand opening event this Monday, January 12, and the community is invited to join the festivities.
Winston Churchill High School administrators have confirmed the death of a 12th-grade student over winter break, sending shockwaves through the Potomac school community.
The Maryland Department of Health is urging Marylanders ages six months and older to get a flu shot and follow respiratory virus prevention measures as flu cases and hospitalizations rise statewide and nationally.