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MoCo Then & Now: Germantown Train Station

Published June 18, 2022 at 9:07AM | Updated June 18, 2022 at 10:02AM

Burned down in the 1970s, Germantown Train Station was rebuilt to its 19th century splendor, the vision of a famous Baltimore architect.

Today, Germantown Train Station is used as a waiting room for commuters and has a coffee shop, Alafia Crossing, operated by Bota King. More than 800 passengers board the trains that leave the MARC (Maryland Area Regional Commuter) train in Germantown every weekday morning, a stop along the Brunswick Line that travels from West Virginia to Washington, DC.CSX Transportation owns this line of rail. But the tracks used to be part of a Baltimore & Ohio network dating back to the 19^thcentury.

Happening Tonight: Five Montgomery Community Leaders Will Receive ‘Juneteenth Celebration/African American Living Legend Awards’ from County Executive Elrich

By Patrick Herron

Published June 17, 2022 at 9:16AM

County Executive Marc Elrich will present the awards at the ceremonies that are part of the County’s 25th annual celebration of Juneteenth. The awards honor distinguished individuals who are living legends in Montgomery County and have helped shape the cultural heritage of the African American community.

The 2022 Annual African American Living Legend Awards will be presented to five individuals who have dedicated their lives to service, advocacy and selfless acts of kindness to their community.

Montgomery Parks to Host English and Spanish Virtual Community Meeting on Proposed Playground Renovations at Fox Chapel Neighborhood Park

By MCS Staff

Published June 17, 2022 at 7:17AM

Montgomery Parks is hosting a virtual community meeting in English and Spanish to discuss proposed playground replacement recommendations and potential park improvements at Fox Chapel Neighborhood Park. The English and Spanish Virtual Community Meeting: Proposed Playground Renovations at Fox Chapel Neighborhood Park, will take place on Zoom on June 23, 2022, from 7- 8:30 p.m.

Watch and submit questions by joining the online Zoom meeting at MoCoParks.org/FCNPTownHall or listen only via phone by calling: + 301-715-8592Webinar ID: 848 3200 5263

Montgomery County to Host 25th Juneteenth Free Celebration This Saturday, June 18, with Events at BlackRock Center in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 10:25PM

The BlackRock Center is located at 12901 Town Commons Dr. in Germantown.

The celebration will be a free, family-friendly event, but an RSVP is encouraged to receive a day-of-event reminder email with the direct link to the event and any additional announcements. An RSVP can be made at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-juneteenth-journey-to-freedom-tickets-316992431897.

Germantown Community Recreation Center to Close this Summer for Roof Replacement

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 4:09PM | Updated June 26, 2023 at 11:19PM

All programming scheduled to take place at the Center throughout the closure will take place at alternate locations, with the exception of early voting. The Center will remain open as an Early Voting location from July 7 – 14.

Detectives Investigate Theft from Vehicle and Fraud in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 4:07PM

On Saturday, May 14, 2022, the victim reported that in the overnight hours of May 13, an unknown suspect broke the rear passenger window of their vehicle, parked in the12500 block of Great Park Circle, and stole their wallet. The suspect then attempted to use the victim’s bank card at an ATM. The withdrawals were declined.

Anyone with information regarding this suspect is asked to call the 5th District Patrol Investigations Unit at 240-773-6263.

Where to Watch Fireworks in Montgomery County This July

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 11:41AM | Updated June 15, 2022 at 8:06PM

After the COVID-19 pandemic caused cancellations in 2020 and 2021, Independence Day fireworks and celebrations are back in a big way this year. Below is a list of all the MoCo fireworks displays that have been announced:

Sign language interpreter services and other auxiliary aids or services will be provided upon request with as much notice as possible, preferably at least three business days before the event. To request special accommodations, contact a therapeutic recreation specialist at 240-777-6870 or email [email protected].

Montgomery County to Host Fireworks Shows in Germantown and Kensington

By Patrick Herron

Published June 14, 2022 at 11:27AM | Updated June 14, 2022 at 11:51AM

Montgomery County has announced that they will be hosting two fireworks shows this year. One at Albert Einstein High School in Kensington on July 2, and another at the South Germantown Recreation Park on July 4. Additional firework displays already announced in Montgomery County include the City of Gaithersburg’s Summerfest on July 2 at Bohrer Park, Rockville’s Independence Day Celebration in King Farm, and the annual Town of Poolesville/Upper Montgomery County Fire Department fireworks display.

The Independence Day celebrations will take place at the following locations:

Food Distribution Event Tuesday, June 14 in Germantown For Those in Need

By Patrick Herron

Published June 14, 2022 at 11:14AM

There will be a food distribution event today, June 14, at Germantown Elementary School (19110 Liberty Mill Rd) from 2-3PM. Please remain in your vehicle while food is being delivered.

🌞 Good Morning Montgomery County! Don't miss this food distribution event happening TODAY. For additional resources, visit 💻➡️ https://t.co/HWlSoloQXk. pic.twitter.com/5YlkNWmuOZ

Detectives Ask for Assistance in Locating Missing 17-Year-Old Teenager

By Patrick Herron

Published June 14, 2022 at 10:44AM

On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Tonja Jones, age 17, was last seen at her residence in the 8900 block of Center Way Rd. Tonja is 5-feet, 4-inches tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds. She has brown eyes and orange hair. She was last seen wearing eyeglasses, a black t-shirt, black shorts and black Crocs.

Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

(Located) Detectives Ask for Assistance in Locating Missing 14-Year-Old From Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published June 13, 2022 at 12:01PM | Updated June 15, 2022 at 9:02AM

In the afternoon of Thursday, June 9, 2022, Sincere Kareem Daughtry, age 14, was last seen at Northwest High School in the 13500 block of Richter Farm Rd. in Germantown. He is missing from the 18200 block of Smoke House Ct.

Sincere is 5-feet, 1-inch tall and weighs approximately 100 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a black/white t-shirt, gray jeans pants and black/white sneakers.