Montgomery County Police 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded at approximately 9:44 am to the 18000 block of Cottage Garden Drive in Germantown for a reported self-inflicted accidental shooting. (more…)
Maryland ranks among the more financially literate states in the country, coming in 10th overall in a new 2026 report from WalletHub released during National Financial Literacy Month. The study comes as nearly 2 in 5 Americans say they expect to carry more credit card debt by the end of the year, underscoring the importance of financial education and habits.
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Multiple Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) units responded to a reported fire alarm Tuesday afternoon around 4pm in downtown Bethesda, prompting a significant emergency response after conditions on scene led to an upgrade to a high-rise fire.
According to the City of Rockville, the Rockville City Police Department reported a 4.3% overall reduction in crime in 2025, as outlined in its annual report.
GAITHERSBURG, MD.: Fit Club, a boutique personal training studio specializing in 15 minute adaptive resistance strength training, has officially opened its second location in the Kentlands at 60 Market Street, Suite 213, Gaithersburg. The new studio brings Fit Club’s personalized, coach-led training to residents of Kentlands, Lakelands and the surrounding Gaithersburg community.
Fit Club offers one-on-one ultra effective and efficient strength training sessions built around each client’s goals, schedule and fitness level. Every session is led by a certified trainer in a private, focused setting that suits beginners and experienced athletes alike. Fit Club’s state-of-the-art adaptive resistance technology adjusts in real time to your ability, so each movement is controlled, efficient, and tailored to you. This is strength training built for real life. No crowded gym floor. No long hours at the gym. No guesswork. Just personalized coaching in a comfortable private studio.
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Olney, MD Art Gallery and Studio to present a Pop-Culture themed group Art Exhibit and Artists’ Alley event.
Highly Animated is a 2-month long celebration of the vibrant world of fan art. From classic JRPG nostalgia, to the latest anime obsessions, to amazing original characters, this exhibition will highlight the passion, creativity and talent within fan communities.
Mini golf is making its return to Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg, with the popular course set to reopen for the 2026 season on May 2.
Just outside Washington, D.C., downtown Silver Spring continues to make a strong case as Maryland’s coffee capital, with a dense and diverse lineup of cafes packed into a highly walkable area.
Rosetta Bakery has officially opened its first Maryland location, bringing its popular Italian pastries and coffee program to Bethesda and marking the brand’s expansion into the DC metro area.
Apna Pizza, a locally owned pizzeria known for its Indian-style pizzas, is expanding into Virginia with a new location planned in Chantilly.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is inviting public middle schools to participate in its fifth annual “Paint the Plow” competition, where students design and name a snowplow for a chance to win cash prizes for their school. Participation is free, with supplies provided, and schools must register by 5 pm on Friday, April 10.
Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services will host the sixth annual “Right from the Start” event on April 11 at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, offering free resources and support for Black parents and families from preconception through early childhood.
A new fusion concept is getting ready to debut at Westfield Montgomery, building on the momentum of one of the mall’s most popular recent openings.