The Montgomery County Council will commemorate Pride Month on June 24 by highlighting local LGBTQ+ community leaders and reaffirming its commitment to equality and inclusion through a themed event titled “Unbreakable Pride and Unshakeable Power.” (more…)
The Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security has issued a Heat Emergency Alert from noon Monday, June 23, through 8 a.m. Thursday, June 26, due to dangerously high temperatures and heat index values expected to reach 105 degrees, prompting the County to open cooling centers, provide free water on buses, and urge residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) will offer free Lyft rides up to $15 on July 4 to help prevent drunk driving in the Washington, D.C. metro area, where nearly 40% of Independence Day traffic deaths involve alcohol, according to NHTSA. (more…)
Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) Chief Marc Yamada has issued a statement sharing that it will be taking proactive steps to ensure the continued safety of all residents following recent overseas developments. Per CNN, The United States attacked three nuclear facilities early Sunday in Iran. President Donald Trump warned in a White House address that the US will launch more attacks if Iran does not make peace.
Robert E. Peary High School was located at 13300 Arctic Ave. in Aspen Hill, MD. It opened in the 1960 and closed in 1984 primarily due to declining enrollment. A Facebook group with over 4,000 members keeps its memories alive.
Following Thursday evening’s severe storms, Montgomery County transportation crews began clearing more than 170 reports of downed trees and debris blocking roads, with recovery efforts focused on the hardest-hit areas and continuing through the weekend. (more…)
Montgomery County, in partnership with local governments and organizations, will host its 28th annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, featuring live performances, vendors, food, and community programming under the theme “Pushing Back – The Fight for Freedom is Not Over.” The festivities begin with the African American Living Legends Awards Ceremony on June 20, honoring residents over age 75 for their significant contributions to the county, as leaders emphasize the importance of preserving and celebrating African American history and culture. (more…)
Montgomery County has become the first local government in Maryland to earn a SolSmart Platinum designation for streamlining solar permitting and promoting affordable solar energy adoption through initiatives like its eSolar program and solar dashboard.
The Montgomery County Council’s Transportation and Environment Committee and Planning, Housing and Parks Committee will review proposals related to the abandonment of portions of Washington Grove Lane, two water and sewer category change requests, and zoning text amendments aimed at increasing workforce housing and clarifying setback rules for high-volume gas stations.
The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection is warning residents about costly and ineffective transmission repairs at some local shops, where drivers are paying thousands for fixes that may ultimately leave their vehicles in worse condition. Officials advise consumers to ask questions, consider full transmission rebuilds over partial repairs, and seek second opinions to avoid unnecessary expenses.
On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at approximately 9:18 pm, the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) received a 911 call from a mother reporting that her 8-year-old autistic daughter was missing from their home. MCPD shared the story of community members and 5th District officers safely locating the young girl.