Montgomery Parks recently shared the story of The Maryland Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation (MDACF) contacting Montgomery Parks’ urban forestry team with a unique request. They wanted to harvest flowers from high in the canopy of a single specific Chinese chestnut with the goal of extracting its pollen.
Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section are investigating a commercial burglary that occurred on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in the 15600 block of Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville.
The Lake House at Copper Canyon Grill is the place to be seen.
Located on the waterfront at Rio in Gaithersburg, The Lake House brings together handcrafted cocktails, chef-prepared cuisine, and unbeatable lakefront.
Meet friends after work, enjoy date night, or soak in the energy of the season at Montgomery County’s premier outdoor dining destination.
The Lake House at Copper Canyon Grill.
Where summer comes alive.
Chef Prepared. Always Fresh. Eat Well.
3:04pm update: All lanes have reopened
Montgomery County issued the following news release on Thursday, June 20:
General admission is $25 per person, which includes chili tastings. Free Admission for kids under 18, Police Officers and their Family is provided by MCPF). All proceeds benefit the Foundation’s mission to strengthen community-police relationships, support officers wellness, and enhance public safety initiatives across Montgomery County.
In addition to delicious chili, attendees can enjoy local craft beer from Lone Oak Brewery, family activities, and opportunities to meet and interact with Montgomery County police officers in a fun, relaxed setting.
Montgomery History will host“The Full Spectrum: Uncovering LGBTQ+ Heritage in Montgomery County,” a free online presentation beginning June 24.
Did you know that the first ice cream on the continent was served in Maryland in 1744 when Governor Thomas Bladen served up the sweet, creamy treat? The flavor was strawberry. The first commercial sales of ice cream were also in Maryland when a Baltimore milkman by the name of Jacob Fussell began the commercial selling of ice cream in the state back in 1851 (courtesy of Visit Maryland).
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Brandon Marquise Shields, a missing 16-year-old from Brookeville. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) will hold an on-site application event at the Montgomery County’s Public Safety Training Academy in Gaithersburg on Saturday, June 29.
Per the news release: “The Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service (MCFRS) application process is now open for those interested in career as a Firefighter/Rescuer I. The online application process will close on July 10. However; applicants can attend a special On-Site Application Event from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, June 29, in Gaithersburg.
A $50,000 winning Bonus Match 5 lottery ticket sold was sold last night at the 7-Eleven at 10594 Metropolitan Avenue in Kensington. Full details below courtesy MDLottery: (more…)
The annual Drive for Supplies distribution event will take place at Parkland Middle School on Friday, July 19 from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., while supplies last.