Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich issued the following statement on the death of Master Firefighter Christopher Higgins: (more…)
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The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 14, beginning with proclamations recognizing Muslim American Heritage Month and Korean American Day, followed by public hearings and votes on zoning amendments, supplemental appropriations for programs like the 988 Crisis Hotline, and the Germantown Employment Area Sector Plan update.
Per Montgomery County: Council President Kate Stewart issued the following statement on behalf of the Council about the passing of Montgomery County Master Firefighter Christopher Higgins who lost his life on January 11 while responding to a house fire in Laurel, Maryland. (more…)
Montgomery County has launched the Veteran Business Preference Program (VBPP), providing additional evaluation points for Veteran-Owned businesses participating in the Local Small Business Reserve Program to expand opportunities and support their contributions to the local economy. (more…)
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Crisfield Seafood, a beloved Maryland institution, officially closed its doors after nearly 80 years at 8012 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring. The restaurant, which had been a cornerstone of the community since 1945, served its last meal on Sunday, December 22nd.
On a chilly Saturday morning, the Walt Whitman High School boys basketball team, along with their coach, Chris Lun, dedicated their time to supporting local families in need. In partnership with Access Youth DC, the team participated in a meaningful initiative to buy and bag groceries for Whitman Families4Families.
MCPS High School Sports Scores for Jan 10, 2025:
District 4 (4D) Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) Commander David Smith shared that this afternoon, officers from the 4th District responded to a robbery on Bel Pre Road, where a victim was forcibly robbed of their shoes.
The Montgomery County Council will meet on January 13 to discuss local and bi-county legislation, while a joint committee will review $521,000 in supplemental appropriations to support the DHHS Care for Kids Program and infrastructure positions. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County:
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Montgomery County will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a weekend of service projects on Jan. 18-19, culminating in a free celebration at Strathmore on Jan. 19 featuring music, storytelling, and performances exploring civil rights history. (more…)