Last month marked 23 years since Ganignunt “Felicia” Aiemsakul was last seen in the Gaithersburg/Laytonsville area in the early morning hours of March 4, 2002. The disappearance of the then 19-year-old remains a mystery, and authorities are still urging the public to come forward with any information that could help solve this cold case.
In response to rising economic challenges and the emotional strain of job loss, local entrepreneur Cara Santucci has unveiled the Unemployed Help Hub, a free, nationwide digital platform designed to assist individuals navigating unemployment. The launch follows a wave of federal layoffs and aims to provide a streamlined, supportive experience for job seekers. (more…)
On Friday, a Montgomery County jury found Raphael Mayorga, 21, of Frederick, guilty of second-degree assault, failure to remain at the scene of an accident causing serious bodily injury, failure to stop at the scene, and multiple counts of fleeing from police. The collision resulted in a police sergeant Pat Kepp losing both of his legs. Mayorga faces up to 28 years plus 120 days in prison, with a sentencing hearing set for August 27, 2025. County Executive Marc Elrich issued the following statement, expressing disappointment with the jury’s verdict: (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services released the updated “Health in Montgomery County 2013-2022” report, which provides a comprehensive overview of the County’s population health, highlighting key issues such as health disparities, chronic diseases, and social determinants, while comparing outcomes to state and national averages and focusing on equity in public health. (more…)
On Friday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement on the passing of Jack Fitzgerald, who died on April 8.
Montgomery County has issued a news release warning residents about a recent increase in driveway paving scams involving unlicensed contractors who use high-pressure tactics and perform substandard or incomplete work, urging homeowners to stay alert and report suspicious activity to the Office of Consumer Protection. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has announced that 18-year-old Wilmer Ventura of Silver Spring has been arrested and charged with handgun and drug related charges.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich sent a letter urging the private owners of White’s Ferry and the Virginia landing site to resolve their dispute and restore ferry service, offering a $3 million public subsidy as a final attempt to end the years-long impasse. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is warning of scams using shortened URLs that might hide malicious intent. “Don’t click links without verifying their source to protect yourself from fraud.”
Maryland, Montgomery County, and Poolesville officials are offering a $3 million financial incentive to resolve the long-standing dispute between the owners of White’s Ferry and the Virginia landing site, aiming to reopen the ferry that has been closed since 2020. (more…)
Many in Montgomery County have enjoyed the Maryland SoccerPlex since it opened nearly 25 years ago at 18031 Central Park Circle in Boyds, MD, welcoming over 1 million visitors annually. Now, the SoccerPlex is gathering feedback for a possible rebrand. “This survey is specifically gathering insights from Montgomery County residents to ensure we reflect the preferences and needs of the people who use our facilities most. Your honest answers will help shape future changes that could have a meaningful impact on the sports and activities offered in our community.”