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Person Transported to Hospital After Accidentally Pinning Themselves Under Their Vehicle

Published July 2, 2023 at 5:17PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a person pinned beneath their own car in the area of 9700 Fields Rd near the Washingtonian Tower at approximately 2pm on Sunday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, “a person exiting their vehicle accidentally backed over themselves with car and were trapped/pinned underneath vehicle.” Rescue units rapidly extricated the person who was transported to the hospital with priority 1 (life-threatening) trauma. A video below, tweeted by Piringer, shows the extrication.

City of Gaithersburg Independence Day Closures and Recycling

By MCS Staff

Published July 1, 2023 at 10:21PM

Most City facilities & offices are closed on July 4, 2023, in observance Independence Day, with the exception of the following:

There is no fireworks display on July 4. The City fireworks display will take place at SummerFest on July 1 (raindate for fireworks only is July 2). Check the City’s website regularly for updates and follow us @GaithersburgEvents on Facebook and @GburgMD on Facebook & Twitter.

Update on Tonight’s Fireworks Displays

By Patrick Herron

Published July 1, 2023 at 7:36PM | Updated July 1, 2023 at 8:22PM

Montgomery County Recreation tweeted the following: “Due to inclement weather, our Independence Day celebration at Einstein High School is currently paused. Those at the event should seek shelter using the school’s cafeteria and the Ride On shuttle buses”

‼️A SEVERE STORM IS APPROACHING THE FESTIVAL GROUNDS SO WE ARE TEMPORARILY EVACUATING BOHRER PARK UNTIL THE STORM PASSES. PLEASE TAKE COVER IN YOUR VEHICLES OR AT THE ACTIVITY CENTER‼️

A List of Where to Buy Marijuana (Legally) in MoCo

By Patrick Herron

Published July 1, 2023 at 10:52AM

The sale of marijuana for recreational use in Maryland begins today, July 1. Below is a list of all the cannabis dispensaries located in Montgomery County. Visit the Maryland Cannabis Administration website for information on dispensaries across the state of the Maryland.

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Maria Membreno and Opioid Abatement Team Honored with Employee Awards by City of Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published July 1, 2023 at 7:13AM

At the Mayor and City Council meeting on Monday, July 3, 2023, Custodian/Maintenance Worker Maria (Chilo) Membreno and the Opioid Abatement Team will be recognized with EmployeeRecognition Awards for the first quarter of calendar year 2023.

Made up of peers from each department, Gaithersburg’s Employee Recognition Committee (ERC) reviews nominations for individuals and teams on a quarterly basis. Each individual and team has been nominated by their peers based on criteria reflecting the City’s five values under the strategic plan – accountability, caring, excellence, integrity, and teamwork, or “ACE IT!.” These winners are then eligible for the annual Employee and Team of the Year Awards.

Multiple Officers Assaulted in Gaithersburg; Two Hospitalized With Serious Injuries

By Patrick Herron

Published June 30, 2023 at 10:14PM

According to Montgomery County Police, “At approximately 8:03 p.m., MCP officers responded to an apartment building in the 7900 block of Spiceberry Cir in Gaithersburg for the report of an individual spraying a fire extinguisher in the hallway.

Officers arrived at the scene and spoke with a victim who advised that the same individual had broken into his/her apartment. Officers searched for the suspect and located him in the area of Washington Grove Lane and Mineral Springs Drive, where the suspect assaulted officers. The suspect then fled to the McDonald’s located at 18273 Flower Hill Way and assaulted more officers.

Watkins Mill Principal Carol Goddard Retires After Almost 50 Years in Education

By MCS Staff

Published June 30, 2023 at 9:22PM

This article was written by Ashley Huynh, Editor-in-Chief of Watkins Mill’s student newspaper The Current

Watkins Mill High School principal Carol Goddard has completed the 2022-23 school year– officially retiring after spending almost 50 years working in education and 30 years in Montgomery County Public Schools. Goddard’s retirement comes with mixed emotions for the community, including herself. “I love this place. Love the kids. Love what I do,” Goddard said. She will miss the kids and staff, and “all the tight, tight friendships I’ve made in the professional world.” “I am happy for Ms. Goddard to retire,” social studies teacher Lauren Squier said. “I’m sure it was a very difficult choice for her to ‘hang up her pencils,’ but I’m excited for her to enjoy a new chapter in her life.”

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New 6th District Police Station in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published June 30, 2023 at 12:49PM

Per Montgomery County:

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council President Evan Glass joined the ceremonies on June 29 as the County broke ground on a new 6th District Police Station at 222 Paramount Park Drive in Gaithersburg. Serving the Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village communities, the new 6th District Police Station will replace an outdated facility with a new, sustainably designed energy-efficient building scheduled to open in spring 2025.

Laytonsville Independence Day Celebration With View of Fireworks on July 3rd

By MCS Staff

Published June 30, 2023 at 12:15PM

The Family Room Laytonsville will be hosting “The Fourth at the Family Room”’on Monday, July 3rd. Nearby Montgomery Country Club will be setting off their fireworks on Monday, July 3rd and the display can be seen from the parking lot of The Family Room (6820 Olney Laytonsville Rd), featuring “The Best Burger in the DMV” Steeze Burger.

The fireworks display begins at 9:15pm, but it is advised to arrive early to secure your spot. Per The Family Room: “We will be open late on July 3rd for ice cream, Steezeburgers and local fireworks. @steeze.burger will be serving burgers starting at 5p until they sellout! 🍔 We will also have live music from local artist @katekeeleymusic starting at 6:30p! Grab dinner, dessert and enjoy live music and fireworks with us at The Family Room!” Additional events across the county that include fireworks can be seen here.

Construction Progress at Gaithersburg Wawa

By Patrick Herron

Published June 29, 2023 at 2:37PM

After initially breaking ground at the site in March 2022, construction of MoCo’s first Wawa at 405 S Frederick Ave. in Gaithersburg is starting to pick up speed. The convenience […]

Gaithersburg Celebrates “Where Community Grows”

By MCS Staff

Published June 29, 2023 at 8:06AM

The City of Gaithersburg celebrates Parks & Recreation Month throughout the month of July with special events, programs and classes. SummerFest on July 1, SportsFest on July 15, and the Explore Gaithersburg! Park Passport program are just a few highlights of the month-long celebration.

The Mayor & City Council will proclaim July as “Parks and Recreation Month” in the City of Gaithersburg at its meeting on July 3. The proclamation reminds Gaithersburg residents of the importance of parks and recreation facilities, programs, staff, and volunteers while encouraging everyone to embrace active lifestyles and improve their overall health.