A Maryland man was sentenced to 18 months in jail and ordered to pay $40,000 in restitution for his role in a gold bar scam targeting an elderly victim in Montgomery County. (more…)
Montgomery County’s Asian American Health Initiative and Office of Community Partnerships will host the fourth annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on Sunday, May 4, at Seneca Valley High School in Germantown. The event will feature cultural performances, health services, food vendors, and family-friendly activities to honor AAPI contributions and address ongoing inequities. (more…)
Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence (L.E.A.D.), a dedicated nonprofit committed to safeguarding communities, is set to host a carnival at Westfield Montgomery from May 2 to May 11.
The Montgomery County Planning Board and the Montgomery County Planning Department announced their May 2025 calendar of events.
ConnectJew LIVE! is a social discovery night where 20+ local Jewish organizations, clubs, dinners, and communities come together so you can explore the DMV young adult Jewish scene in one evening. A mixer for Jewish life, friends, and community — meet people, discover social clubs, find Shabbat dinners, and plug in at whatever level feels right. Tickets required; exact address sent 24 hours before the event (Metro Center / Chinatown area).
Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with Romantique Books! Join us for an afternoon dedicated to romance readers, indie authors, and the local bookish community. Browse signed romance books, discover your next favorite read through our curated Blind Date with a Book bundles, and shop a wide selection of bookish gifts, stickers, bookmarks, reading accessories, and more.
Meet local romance authors, explore unique creations from local vendors, enjoy permanent jewelry and tiny book-themed tattoos, and celebrate independent bookstores with fellow readers. The first 50 guests will receive exclusive Bookstore Romance Day swag bags filled with bookish goodies, and a few lucky attendees may even discover extra surprise treats tucked inside.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released surveillance video of a suspect wanted in connection to a January shooting that occurred in the 2300 block of Price Avenue linked to an altercation at Unplugged Restaurant & Sports Bar in Wheaton. (video below)
Chick-fil-A at 18115 Georgia Ave in Olney has temporarily closed after a vehicle was driven into the building on Tuesday afternoon.
The Montgomery County Council voted to override County Executive Elrich’s veto and re-enact Expedited Bill 2-25, which provides tax incentives for converting office buildings with high vacancy rates into residential developments that include affordable housing. (more…)
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Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a report of smoke coming from the roof of a single‐family home in the 22700 block of Frederick Road in Clarksburg on Tuesday morning.
In 1952, Clarence Kettler founded Kettler Brothers, Incorporated, alongside his two brothers, Milton and Charles. With a vision of creating a unique community, the Kettler brothers went on to develop Montgomery Village. Lake Whetstone, one of MV’s most iconic landmarks, first opened for boating and fishing in September 1967 (photos available below).
The Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) responded to the report of shots fired on Tuesday afternoon in Rockville. (more…)
Students in Edison High School’s Automotive Trades Foundation program recently participated in a hands-on seminar focused on electric and hybrid vehicle technology, safety procedures, and system maintenance, led by representatives from DARCARS, Lexus, and Toyota. (more…)