Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will be joined by County Councilmember Andrew Friedson and Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) leadership to announce the expansion of the MCPD Drone as First Responder Program to the Bethesda area at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12 at the Public Safety Headquarters.
Montgomery Parks, with a $7.5 million federal grant, is implementing traffic calming and road-crossing improvements at parks and trails to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety. The public is invited to a virtual meeting on March 20 to learn more and provide feedback on projects planned for Sligo Creek, Matthew Henson, and Wheaton Regional Park.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and MCPS Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor presented the Fiscal Year 2024 Climate Action Plan Annual Report, highlighting progress on initiatives to reduce climate pollution and enhance resilience. (more…)
Below is a list of the 100 best restaurants to eat in the state of Maryland, according to Yelp. Yelp is a platform that publishes user-generated reviews and ratings, providing insights into various businesses, including restaurants. The list includes 30 restaurants from right here in Montgomery County. (more…)
Mack Hollins, a native of Montgomery County, MD, is continuing his stellar NFL career as he signs a two-year contract worth $8.4 million with the New England Patriots. Hollins, who attended Robert Frost Middle School and Wootton High School, has come a long way since his early days on the gridiron.
The Montgomery County Council will meet on March 11 to hold public hearings on the More Housing N.O.W. package, which aims to expand workforce housing and streamline housing development approvals. The meeting will also include votes on zoning changes, supplemental appropriations for Montgomery County Public Schools, and a financial assurance plan for stormwater management, along with a proclamation recognizing Women’s History Month. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government: (more…)
The Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women have announced the recipients of the 2025 Women Making History Award, recognizing exceptional women for their contributions to the community and […]
The Montgomery County Council will review state and local legislation, economic development indicators, and capital projects during upcoming meetings. Committees will discuss budget updates, public safety appropriations, the Bethesda Downtown Plan Minor Master Plan Amendment, and proposed changes to animal control laws. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government:
Last week, we reported that the National Park Service (NPS) has predicted peak bloom for the DC area Cherry Blossoms to fall this year (2025) between March 28-31. If you’re […]
Montgomery County received positive ratings in the 2024 National Community Survey, with 84 percent of respondents describing it as an excellent or good place to live.