The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a $1 million special appropriation to the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget to support programs run by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services.
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Will Jawando, chair of the Education and Culture Committee, will host three public forums to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budget recommendations for Montgomery County Public Schools and Montgomery College.
A suspect wanted for shooting at a Maryland State Trooper during a traffic stop early yesterday morning in Baltimore was apprehended in Montgomery County and charged with attempted murder, per Maryland State Police.
The Montgomery County Council has approved a new regulation requiring operators of multifamily rental buildings to develop and submit an Emergency Safety Plan as part of their annual Fire Code Compliance permit process.
Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services, in partnership with the Keeping It Safe Coalition, is sponsoring two student contests aimed at raising awareness about the risks of underage drinking and encouraging alcohol-free celebrations during prom season. (more…)
A wave of restaurant and cafe openings has been drawing serious attention across Montgomery County, with concepts ranging from regional names making their local debut to homegrown brands leveling up. Here’s a look at 12 of the newest spots creating a buzz on social media, listed alphabetically.
Montgomery County officials say the recent winter storm left snow accumulations of up to 6.9 inches in some northern areas, along with wind gusts reaching 40 mph.
Carmen’s Italian Ice is celebrating a major milestone this year, marking 25 years of serving a beloved taste of summer that has become a tradition for families across Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Government will open Monday, February 23, with optional unscheduled or liberal leave for non-essential employees, while residents are advised to check ahead for possible weather-related closures. Montgomery County Public Schools will be closed, recreation and senior programs will be limited or canceled, recycling and trash collection will proceed as scheduled, and the County’s 311 call center will operate regular hours. (more…)
Pretty cool story, at least to us. Last week, our very own “Mr. MoCo,” Alex Tsironis, shared a piece of local history that connects Montgomery County’s first McDonald’s to the […]
Montgomery County has launched an ongoing solicitation for organizations to operate Business Cohort Training Programs designed to support local entrepreneurs, small businesses, and nonprofits.