Montgomery County recently honored dozens of public safety professionals at the 51st Annual Public Safety Awards, recognizing acts of valor, lifesaving service, teamwork, and dedication across multiple agencies. The event, cohosted with the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, brought together local, state, and federal leaders who praised first responders for their courage and commitment to protecting the community, especially in high-risk and emergency situations.
The investigation into the 1986 death of Montgomery County teenager Keith Warren is drawing renewed attention, months after authorities reopened the case.
Montgomery County Government has announced a strategic collaboration with Taiwanese semiconductor company Galaverse Ltd Corp. to advance innovation in satellite communications and semiconductor technologies. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council’s ECON Committee will meet March 23 at 9:30 am to review Bill 7-26, which would clarify that agricultural permitting exemptions include farm business operations and product processing. The bill aims to reduce regulatory burdens but would still require permits for buildings where the public consumes food or beverages.
Montgomery County native Sam Anas has etched his name into international hockey history, tying the Kontinental Hockey League’s all-time single-season points record with a remarkable 89 points in 67 games.
Montgomery County is warning residents to stay alert for scams as tax season ramps up, noting that scammers often use this time of year to target people with fake IRS messages and threats.
Montgomery County Police shared a summary of reported incidents from March 19, 2026, highlighting a mix of property crimes and violent offenses across several areas of the county.
Montgomery County Councilmember Kate Stewart introduced Expedited Bill 16-26, known as the Financial Exploitation Protection Act, which aims to strengthen the County’s ability to address deceptive trade practices, particularly those targeting older adults and vulnerable residents.
Montgomery County Police released a roundup Thursday of notable incidents reported March 18 across the county, including an aggravated assault arrest involving a knife on a Ride On bus, an attempted armed robbery and stabbing of a juvenile, multiple auto thefts, school threats and a hate-bias vandalism case.
The Montgomery County Council will hold five public hearings on April 7, 8, and 9 at the Montgomery County Council Office Building, located at 100 Maryland Avenue in Rockville, to gather community input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget.
Montgomery County Council committees will meet Thursday, March 19 to review a range of legislative and budget items, including Expedited Bill 10-26, which proposes updates to the governance and responsibilities of the Arts and Humanities Council, along with a $53,788 supplemental appropriation tied to that agency.