Metro is looking to spotlight everyday riders across the region as part of a new public awareness campaign.
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Updated with additional information by MCFRS chief spokesperson Pete Piringer
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service crews responded to a significant apartment fire near Rio in Gaithersburg Thursday night, resulting in multiple rescues and several families being displaced.
Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded around 7:05pm to the 18000 block of Vintage River Terrace near Morningwood Drive in Olney for a reported hit-and-run involving a bicyclist. (more…)
Construction has officially begun on Esvin’s Bagels and Cafe at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, months after plans for the family-owned concept were first announced.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to the 200 block of Brooks Avenue near Park Avenue at the Brooks Manor Apartments in Gaithersburg for a reported fire in a boiler room.
Montgomery County Council committees will meet on April 10 to review portions of the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget and FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program, including funding for agencies such as the Ethics Commission, Board of Elections, Public Information Office, and several non-departmental accounts, while also examining a $3 million supplemental appropriation for the continued development of the Community Connect Portal. (more…)
A coordinated traffic enforcement effort across Montgomery County and surrounding jurisdictions resulted in hundreds of stops and violations as agencies focused on improving roadway safety during Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The multi-agency initiative took place on April 8, targeting major roadways including Georgia Avenue, New Hampshire Avenue, University Boulevard, and MD-200. The effort brought together local and state law enforcement agencies in a unified push to identify and address dangerous driving behaviors, with a particular emphasis on distracted driving.
D.C. police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide that occurred early Thursday morning just across the Montgomery County-D.C. line in the Friendship Heights neighborhood. Authorities say the suspect is a Bethesda resident.
Montgomery County Public Schools is reminding families and staff of a key calendar update tied to this year’s weather-related schedule changes. Wednesday, April 15 will now be an early release day for students, serving as one of the district’s designated inclement weather make-up days.
A Poolesville High School student has been named a National STEM Champion, earning a spot among some of the top young innovators in the country. Sathvik Dasari was selected as one of just 55 students nationwide recognized through the National STEM Challenge, securing an invitation to the National STEM Festival, which will take place in Washington, D.C. from June 24-27.
Six restaurants in Maryland have earned spots on Eater DC’s Spring 2026 “38 Best Restaurants Around DC” list, highlighting some of the region’s most defining dining destinations. Notably, five of the six featured Maryland restaurants are located in Montgomery County, continuing the area’s strong presence on the influential list. The latest edition, updated April 8, showcases a mix of established favorites and newer standouts across a range of cuisines.