William Bugg, 58, of Brookeville, pleaded guilty in Montgomery County Circuit Court to a theft scheme exceeding $100,000 after defrauding 12 victims of nearly $280,000 over several years.
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Many in Montgomery County are already well aware of the burgers coming out of Sunshine General Store in Brookeville. Now, that local favorite is getting statewide recognition. This past summer, Tasting Table named the Sunshine Burger the “Absolute Best Burger” in Maryland, putting a spotlight on the longtime staple along Georgia Avenue (video of the burger below).
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a reported house fire in the 23100 block of Howard Chapel Road near Damascus Road in Brookeville on Wednesday night.
Montgomery County is promoting a Black History Month contest at the Oakley Cabin African American Museum in Brookeville that encourages visitors to take and share selfies with “AI Shirley,” an artificial intelligence virtual interpreter, for a chance to win gift cards.
On Thursday night, a fire erupted in a two-story single-family home in the 1800 block of Dellabrooke Farm Lane, off Goldmine Road in Brookeville. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded with approximately 65 firefighters and multiple units. (more…)
In the world of sports broadcasting, few names resonate as strongly as Scott Van Pelt. Known for his insightful commentary, engaging personality, and the iconic SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt, he has become one of ESPN’s most recognizable voices. But before he reached the national stage, Van Pelt’s story began right here in Montgomery County, Maryland.
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On Thursday night, a fire erupted in a single-family home on Dellabrooke Farm Lane, off Goldmine Road, in Brookeville. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded with approximately 65 firefighters and multiple units.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is investigating an August 9, 2025, fatal collision that occurred in the 22000 block of New Hampshire Avenue in Brookeville in which 30-year-old motorcyclist Patrick Adam Smith of Bowie died after losing control and striking a car on New Hampshire Avenue.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is actively investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Brookeville on Saturday shortly after 6pm. The following is a summary of events by MCPD:
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Updated to include summary of events by MCPD
A severe traffic alert was issued this evening at 6:46 PM for Montgomery County, warning drivers of a significant road closure on MD-650 (New Hampshire Ave). All lanes are currently closed from MD-97 (Georgia Ave) to Sapling Ridge Ln in Brookeville due to a major traffic incident. The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is actively investigating the collision, which has been confirmed as fatal.
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Many consider the Sunshine Burger from the Sunshine General Store in Brookeville, MD (often referred to as Sunshine, between Olney and Damascus) the best burger in Maryland. The burger boasts a ½ pound of ground beef topped with lettuce, tomato, onions, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise. However, part of the burger’s charm lies in the unique atmosphere of the General Store itself. A MoCoShow commenter once wrote “Best burger in Maryland, just don’t look at the walls.”