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Published March 19, 2025 at 7:20PM

Montgomery County Council committees will review amendments to the FY25-30 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) and the FY26 Capital Budget on March 20, focusing on projects such as the Olney Community Building, Olney Infant and Toddler Program site improvements, county office renovations, and Montgomery College facility upgrades. Discussions will include funding reallocations, infrastructure improvements, and accessibility enhancements, with key proposals like a $1.2 million elevator modernization project and a $12.4 million increase in Montgomery College’s CIP request.

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Germantown

Townhouse Fire Displaces Family

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 5:12PM

Courtesy MCFRS

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a townhouse fire on Ambassador Drive in Germantown on Wednesday afternoon. (more…)

Beyond MoCo

Maryland Woman Sentenced for Felony Theft and Ordered to Pay Restitution

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 5:05PM

Cheryl Leigh Gray, 50, of Middletown, Maryland, was sentenced to five years of incarceration, with all but 60 days suspended, and ordered to pay $65,000 in restitution after pleading guilty to felony theft. Gray, previously convicted in a separate theft case, admitted to stealing $65,000 from a friend by falsely claiming she needed the money for medical treatment, when in reality, she used it to pay court-ordered restitution.

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Germantown

Multiple Injuries Reported in Collision

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 5:02PM

Courtesy @mcfrsPIO19 on Twitter/X

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a two-vehicle collision at Observation Drive and Seneca Meadows Parkway in Germantown on Wednesday around 4 p.m. (more…)

Announcement

Explore the World: Cruises, Guided Tours & Luxury Travel Showcase

By Cruise Planners - Beth Borrego

Published August 11, 2026

Dreaming about your next vacation? Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for an inspiring day devoted to ocean and river cruises, guided tours, luxury travel and unforgettable destinations around the world!

Meet representatives from four leading travel brands, each offering a different way to explore. Discover AmaWaterways’ award-winning river cruises; Collette’s expertly planned guided vacations and immersive land experiences; Oceania Cruises’ destination-focused, small-ship voyages and renowned cuisine; and Premier World Discovery’s guided tours, river cruises and rail journeys.

Event

2026 Ocean, River Cruises & Guided Tours Showcase

September 19, 2026 9:00 am -2:00 pm

BlackRock Center For The Arts

12901 Town Commons Dr

Germantown, Maryland 20874

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Dreaming about your next vacation? Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for an inspiring day devoted to ocean and river cruises, guided tours, luxury travel and unforgettable destinations!

Meet representatives from AmaWaterways, Collette, Oceania Cruises and Premier World Discovery. Hear informative presentations, ask questions, explore exciting vacation possibilities and discover which travel experience may be the perfect fit for you.

MCDOT

MCPS Students Win Awards for Promoting Safe, Distraction-Free Driving

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 4:57PM

Courtesy MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has announced the winners of its 2025 Heads Up, Phones Down video contest, which encouraged high school students to create videos promoting safe, distraction-free driving and walking. The contest received nearly 100 entries, with winners receiving cash prizes and electronics, while officials highlighted the importance of youth-led messaging in reducing accidents caused by distracted driving.

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Ashton

Identity Released in Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 4:54PM

Courtesy Google Maps

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released additional information regarding a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred on Monday, March 17, at approximately 10:54 p.m. in Ashton, MD. (more…)

Crime

Police Arrest 15 and 16-Year-Olds in Connection to Olney Robberies, Firearms Recovered

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 2:35PM | Updated March 19, 2025 at 3:16PM

Courtesy Google Maps

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has arrested and charged three teenagers following a series of robberies in the Olney area, including incidents at Harris Teeter and McDonald’s.

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Clarksburg

Concern for Missing 12-Year-Old Girl

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 2:24PM | Updated March 20, 2025 at 10:42AM

UPDATE: Nylah Sage Lundy has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in […]

Education

La Faye Howard of Winston Churchill High School Named Finalist in National Assistant Principal Award

By MCS Staff

Published March 19, 2025 at 1:42PM

Courtesy NASSP

The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) has announced the three finalists for the 2025 National High School Assistant Principal of the Year award, with La Faye Howard, Assistant Principal at Winston Churchill High School, being recognized as one of the distinguished finalists.

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MCPD

Police Seek Help Identifying Woman, Concerned for Her Welfare

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 12:47PM | Updated March 19, 2025 at 1:32PM

The Montgomery County Department of Police – Community Engagement Division is asking for assistance in identifying and locating a woman last seen in the 11700 block of Hunters Lane on Monday, March 10. (more…)

MCPD

Concern for Missing 34-Year-Old Woman

By Patrick Herron

Published March 19, 2025 at 12:40PM | Updated March 20, 2025 at 10:41AM

UPDATE: Radiance Sanneman has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating […]