Richard Montgomery High School, founded in 1892, continues to embrace its role as Montgomery County’s oldest public high school while looking ahead to its future. The Rockville school shared a published historical overview a couple years back, tracing its evolution from a modest addition to an elementary school into one of the county’s most recognized academic institutions.
The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 9, beginning with a vote to confirm a temporary councilmember to fill the vacancy created by Gabe Albornoz’s resignation, followed by an interview with the finalists previously selected for the appointment. (more…)
Santa Claus will once again team up with the Montgomery County Department of Police’s Centralized Traffic Section for the annual Santa Ride on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. The festive procession will travel across the county to collect toys and gifts for the Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health, spreading holiday cheer while supporting young patients and their families.
Montgomery History, the county’s historical society since 1944, has announced a $1 million gift from publisher and philanthropist Knight Kiplinger to launch its capital campaign for a new Montgomery County History Center in downtown Rockville.
The Montgomery County Department of Police is reminding residents about the importance of knowing when to call 911 and when to use the county’s non-emergency line. The guidance, shared in a recent social media post, emphasizes that using the correct number helps ensure faster responses during true emergencies and keeps emergency lines open for those who need immediate help.
A stolen car was recovered and four people were arrested Friday night in Downtown Silver Spring after a Montgomery County Police officer received an alert from in-car license plate reader technology, according to District 3 Commander Captain Jason Cokinos.
Councilmember Kate Stewart received the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments’ Elizabeth and David Scull Metropolitan Public Service Award on Dec. 3, recognizing her regional leadership, collaboration, and long-standing public service. (more…)
The Class 4A state championship lived up to its billing Friday night as top-ranked Quince Orchard edged Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School 26–21 at Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. Our own Damon Anderson was on the sideline providing live updates as the Cougars completed another championship season in dramatic fashion. Photos below by Phil Fabrizio.
Montgomery County and WSSC Water are urging residents and businesses to use salt sparingly during winter weather as part of the Salt-Wise campaign, which highlights the environmental and health impacts of over-salting and offers guidance for safe, efficient use.
Montgomery County Police say 3rd District officers responded to a shooting late Friday night in the 14900 block of Saddle Creek Way in Burtonsville.
The Class 4A No. 1 Quince Orchard vs. Dr. Henry Wise is taking place right now (Friday, December 5th at 7:30pm at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, MD. Our very […]