Montgomery County is reminding residents and businesses that effective July 1, the use of gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums, including backpack, handheld and walk-behind models, will be prohibited.
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Montgomery County’s minimum wage will increase on July 1, 2025, in accordance with local law that ties annual wage adjustments to inflation. This change affects employers of all sizes across the county.
On Friday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich criticized the Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. CASA, stating it weakens protections for immigrants by limiting nationwide injunctions and threatens the principle of birthright citizenship guaranteed under the 14th Amendment.
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Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred on the 8300 block of McCullough Lane in Gaithersburg. The incident is now under active investigation by 6th District officers.
A Montgomery County Police Department 3D officer en route to a call was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and E. Randolph Rd. in Colesville . The call was received at 2:29 p.m.
In a collaborative effort, the Park Police teamed up with the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) for a high-visibility traffic enforcement initiative on Georgia Avenue in Aspen Hill. Instead of utilizing standard police vehicles, officers conducted stops on horseback.
Montgomery County Council Vice President Will Jawando issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, which concerns whether Montgomery County public schools must allow parents to opt their children out of lessons involving LGBTQ+ inclusive literature: (more…)
RASA, the popular fast-casual Indian restaurant chain founded by Montgomery County natives Rahul Vinod and Sahil Rahman, has announced the launch of its new Indian Plates– a modern twist on classic Indian comfort food. RASA has a Montgomery County location in Rockville’s Montrose Crossing shopping center.
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, which concerns whether Montgomery County public schools must allow parents to opt their children out of lessons involving LGBTQ+ inclusive literature: (more…)
WSSC has extended and enhanced its Get Current water bill assistance program, now running from July 1 through October 31, 2025, to support eligible customers with past-due balances as of June 1. The updated program offers partial debt forgiveness, waives late fees and turn-on charges, and provides expanded payment plans and high bill adjustments for qualifying residential, commercial, and multi-unit customers.
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, which concerns whether Montgomery County public schools must allow parents to opt their children out of lessons involving LGBTQ+ inclusive literature: (more…)