A serious two-vehicle crash shut down Dickerson Rd./Rt. 28 Tuesday night, prompting a large emergency response from both Frederick and Montgomery counties and resulting in multiple trauma transports, including several by helicopter.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia in urging the Supreme Court of the United States to block a lower court ruling that would restrict access to mifepristone, a medication commonly used for abortion and miscarriage care.
Flagship Carwash is offering a free Deluxe Exterior Wash on Wednesday, May 6 for teachers and nurses in recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Nurses Week.
Home to over 6,000 advanced technology companies working on the technologies of the future, spanning all the way from health-tech to quantum to clean energy to artificial intelligence, Montgomery County, Maryland, is earning global attention for its ability to attract investment and support companies in high-growth industries, including quantum, cyber, artificial intelligence, life sciences and more.
A top destination for companies in the innovation economy, it’s no surprise that leading brands choose to be here. With a unique combination of world-class talent, established infrastructure, and proximity to federal agencies and research institutions, this strategic location is home to 18 federal agencies and 36 federal research laboratories and some of the world most pioneering companies including Lockheed Martin, United Therapeutics, Hughes Network Systems, Vaisala Xweather, and X-energy. Additionally, the County offers a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem with private and publicly-owned incubators, accelerators and extensive opportunities for partnerships and collaborations—all of which enable startups and early-stage companies to have key strategic advantages and access to the capital and resources they need to grow and thrive.
Known for having one of the most highly educated workforces in the country with approximately one-third of its adult residents age 25 or older holding a master’s degree or higher, the County has a deep talent pool which ranks 5th highest in the technology sector, the 2nd highest concentration of PhDs in the country, and is home to approximately 90,000 technology professionals. The County also boasts top ranking public schools, the #1 community college in the state of Maryland, and proximity to over a dozen academic institutions, including the Universities at Shady Grove, which offers a consortium of nine public institutions on one campus located at Shady Grove. (more…)
Walter Johnson High School Athletic Director Larry Hurd Jr. has announced that he will retire from Montgomery County Public Schools effective October 1, 2026.
Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Tacos Pretzel & Pizza Creations.
First 75 registrants can receive free food.*
The Noyes Library for Young Children in Kensington will temporarily close at 5 pm on Thursday, May 21 for a comprehensive renovation, with the project expected to last approximately 14 to 16 months and reopening anticipated in fall 2027. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will meet Wednesday, May 6 to continue reviewing the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget, focusing on housing, transportation, and environmental services, including proposed decreases for housing programs and increases in transportation funding such as expanded bus service and Vision Zero safety efforts.
Maryland’s six casinos generated a combined $172.2 million in revenue from slot machines and table games in April 2026, marking the strongest monthly performance of the fiscal year and a 5.9% increase compared to April 2025.
The Maryland Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions against tickborne diseases as part of Tickborne Disease Awareness Month, emphasizing prevention as warmer weather brings increased outdoor activity.
Montgomery County Police are investigating a reported stabbing Tuesday afternoon in the White Oak area.
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Weis Markets has taken a major step forward in bringing a long-awaited grocery store to Clarksburg Town Center, officially purchasing the site where its future store will be built.