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Woman Dead After Striking Tree Thursday Night; Collision Reconstruction Unit Investigating

Published July 21, 2023 at 5:13PM

Per MCPD: A woman has died following a traffic collision that occurred on Thursday, July 20, 2023. At approximately 9:31 p.m., 1^st District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the collision in the 18900 block of Beallsville Rd in Poolesville.

The preliminary investigation by Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) detectives has revealed that the driver, and sole occupant, of a black 2002 Hyundai Elantra, was traveling southbound on Beallsville Rd., prior to Jerusalem Rd., when for reasons still under investigation, she left the roadway and struck a tree. The victim was transported to an area hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Maryland Department of the Environment Encourages Water Conservation with Drought Watch for Portions of the State

By MCS Staff

Published July 21, 2023 at 6:44AM

Per The Maryland Department of the Environment: The Maryland Department of the Environment is urging citizens and businesses in a large part of the state to voluntarily reduce their water usage as a drought watch has been issued. “Water conservation is a good practice year-round, but we are asking residents and businesses to pay particular attention during the summer months when the State can experience hot and dry conditions,” said Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain.

“You can do your part by limiting the use and duration of sprinklers for lawns, taking short showers as opposed to baths, and not leaving the faucet running while brushing your teeth. These things sound simple, but it all adds up.” A drought watch has been issued for Western Maryland and portions of Central Maryland based on lower-than-normal stream flows and groundwater levels for this time of year. During a drought watch, MDE increases oversight of water supply conditions and encourages voluntary water conservation practices. No mandatory water use restrictions have been issued.

“Wet, Wacky, & Wild” Event Takes Place Friday, July 14

By MCS Staff

Published July 12, 2023 at 7:47AM

“Wet, Wacky, & Wild” wil take place on Friday, July 14th from 6pm until 10pm in Poolesville. The event will take place at the Whalen Commons, located at 19701 Fisher Ave. Additional information below, per the Town of Poolesville:

”We’ll have water slides, water balloon fights, a bounce house, Jenn’s Wild Animal Kingdom a DJ, a special performance by the PSD Hip Hop Crew at 6:30 and a Foam Dance Party. Food trucks include Beltway Bistro, Biga Biga Pizza and El Paso tacos. We’ll end the evening with the movie Dolphin Tale on the big screen.”

New Voluntary Water Conservation Notice Issued in Poolesville

By MCS Staff

Published July 12, 2023 at 7:35AM

The Town of Poolesville has issued a new voluntary water conservation notice: “Thank you to all of those residents who reduced water use after the first request. The first notice was out of an abundance of caution and nothing to do with development. Current staff members have been operating the water system for over 20 years and have a good feel for when overuse is occurring. We are permitted by the State to withdraw 650,000 gallons per day. We usually pump around 550,000, so when we jumped to over 700,000 gallons per day, a notice was issued. After the notice, we dropped back down to normal ranges. Thank you!

The wellfield is in good condition, not overtaxed even with two of our high producing wells out of service for PFAS remediation. However, a drought watch has been issued for Western Maryland and portions of Central Maryland based on lower-than-normal stream flows and groundwater levels for this time of year. During a drought watch, MDE increases oversight of water supply conditions and encourages voluntary water conservation practices. No mandatory water use restrictions have been issued.

Florida Woman on Motorcycle Dies After Collision With Deer in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Published July 11, 2023 at 4:24PM

Per MCPD: The Montgomery County Department of Police Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is currently investigating a fatal motorcycle collision that occurred at the 21400 block of Beallsville Road near Sellman Road. On Monday, July 10, 2023, at approximately 8:43 p.m., Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire Rescue responded to Beallsville Road for the report of a motorcycle collision with a deer.

Upon arrival, emergency personnel discovered 53-year-old Michelle Lee Beach, of Dunedin, FL, who had been ejected from her motorcycle after hitting the deer. She was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries, where she later died. The preliminary investigation has revealed that Beach was following another motorcyclist, travelling southbound on Beallsville Road on her pink 2007, Suzuki GXSR 600 motorcycle when she hit the deer. This is an ongoing investigation.

Critical Injury Crash With Ejection on Darnestown Rd Late Wednesday Night

By MCS Staff

Published July 6, 2023 at 12:04AM

MD-28 Darnestown Road is CLOSED near Peach Tree Road & Lewis Orchards in Dickerson (Upper Montgomery County, MD) following a crash.

According to our public safety reporter, Cordell Pugh, at approximately 11PM on Wednesday night, a driver crashed into a utility pole and was ejected, leading to a critical injury. The driver was transported to an area trauma center. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps

Wine, Jerk, and Reggae Festival Coming to Poolesville

By Patrick Herron

Published July 5, 2023 at 12:43PM | Updated July 5, 2023 at 1:13PM

Trinity Fest, a wine, jerk, and reggae music festival is coming to the Potomac Polo Arena (18905 Beallsville Rd) in Poolesville on Saturday, August 5 from 12-8pm. According to event organizers, “TRINITY FEST Wine Jerk & Reggae Festival is an Authentic Caribbean event aimed at creating moments of fun, interaction, and culinary adventure for individuals as well as the whole family. Come and enjoy an unbeatable, exciting experience as RHU Events brings an that could make foodies, wine & music enthusiasts wish for more hours in the day.”

Poolesville and the UMCVFD’s Annual Independence Day Celebration With Fireworks Display to Take Place on July 4

By MCS Staff

Published July 1, 2023 at 10:28PM | Updated July 4, 2023 at 7:51AM

Per the Town of Poolesville: The Annual 4th of July fireworks display will be held on July 4th, with gates opening starting at 5 PM with food trucks and live music. The fireworks themselves will begin at dusk. The Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department (UMCVD), puts on this event, which is sponsored by the Town of Poolesville. Additional information below:

Location: 15598 Hughes Rd, Poolesville, MD 20837

Attempted Traffic Stop Leads to Police Pursuit For Stolen Vehicle Early Saturday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published July 1, 2023 at 1:41PM

Per Montgomery County Police: At approximately 12:20 a.m., officers observed a vehicle complete a traffic violation and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop and instead fled the scene. The vehicle was determined to be stolen and a pursuit ensued.

The driver stopped the vehicle and all occupants, including the driver, ran away from the scene in the area of River Road and Edwards Ferry near Poolesville. No injuries have been reported and there are no suspects in custody. This is an ongoing investigation. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Poolesville Residents to Receive New Recycling Containers For Dual-Stream Recycling

By MCS Staff

Published June 21, 2023 at 7:59AM

This week, Titus Trash Services will begin delivering the new recycling containers for the town’s dual-stream recycling service. Each household will receive two bins, one bin is a wheeled cart, and the other is an 18-gallon bin. The wheeled cart is for mixed paper items (paper and cardboard), and the 18-gallon bin is for your commingled materials (glass/plastic/metal bottles, jars, cans, and containers). Please see the attached pictures for reference. Please continue to use your Bates recycling bin until the new service begins on July 1st. Courtesy of the Town of Poolesville website. AdditionalTrash Collection & Recycling Services information below:

Starting July 1, 2023, Titus Trash Services, Inc. will perform trash and recycling services for the Town of Poolesville. Contact information: call or text 202-437-1785, email: [email protected]

Where to Watch Fireworks in Montgomery County This July

By Patrick Herron

Published June 20, 2023 at 11:22AM

The City of Rockville will hold its annual Independence Day celebration and fireworks display at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm on Tuesday, July 4th from 7pm to 10pm. “This location offers wonderful spectator viewing, and ample and convenient parking for the 4th of July festivities. Enjoy live music by Vertigo Red and a 20-minute fireworks display.”