Montgomery County passed legislation in 2024 to address environmental, noise, and health concerns related to gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums. Sales of gas-powered equipment have been banned since July 1, 2024, and the ban on their use begins in just a few weeks, effective July 1, 2025. (more…)
Montgomery County Recreation (MoCoRec) invites the community to celebrate the 13th Annual White Oak Day on Saturday, June 7th from 11am-4pm. This family-friendly event promises a day full of entertainment and activities for all ages (photos from last year’s event below).
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has arrested five teens—ages 13 to 15—and recovered four stolen vehicles following a collision and vehicle theft investigation in the area of Heathfield Drive and Parkland Drive in Aspen Hill. (more…)
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!
Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a two-car collision in the 7300 block of Brink Road in Laytonsville around 8:20am on Friday.
Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Tacos el Pariente.
First 75 registrants can receive free food.*
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is investigating a May 7 assault at a Rockville 7-Eleven, where a man attacked employees after being told soda wasn’t free, later brandishing a handgun before fleeing toward the White Flint Metro Station. (more…)
The Germantown Flea Market returns Saturday, June 7, from 8am-1pm at the MARC rail commuter lot at the intersection of Germantown Rd. (Rt. 118) and Bowman Mill Drive. Additional details below courtesy of the Germantown Historical Society:
Gaithersburg-based Adventist HealthCare and Howard University announced today that talks regarding the possible acquisition of Howard University Hospital(HUH) by Adventist HealthCare have ended. In conjunction, Management Services Agreements (MSAs) between Adventist HealthCare and Howard University will be phased out over a transition period. The hospital’s MSA, as well as the Faculty Practice Plan’s MSA, will end in February 2026.
Heading to Sandy Point or “Maryland’s Secret Beach”Greenbrier this summer? A day-use reservation is now required on weekends and holidays. Per Maryland State Parks, “This change helps reduce traffic and avoid capacity closures on our busiest days. Planning ahead means a safer, smoother visit for everyone.”
The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring has been named the #2 Adventure Park in the U.S. by USA Today’s 10Best competition, marking its second consecutive year receiving a top national honor and ranking #1 on the mainland. The park, which draws visitors from all 50 states, is the largest aerial ropes course and zipline park in Maryland and remains the only ACCT-accredited park in the state.
Attorney General Anthony Brown and a coalition of 23 other attorneys general won a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s plan to cut nearly 90% of AmeriCorps’ workforce and eliminate $400 million in programs. The court’s ruling restores services in plaintiff states, including Maryland, and prevents the closures from taking effect while litigation continues.
The Montgomery County Police Summer Traffic Task Force has conducted over 200 traffic stops and made 33 DUI arrests since launching on May 21, 2025. This joint initiative with partner agencies runs through the end of July and focuses on timeframes historically associated with increased impaired driving, including prom season, graduations, and summer holidays. (more…)