Montgomery County will host a remembrance ceremony and candlelight vigil on Thursday, August 28, in Downtown Rockville to honor lives lost to overdose and raise awareness as part of International Overdose Awareness Day. The event, which includes a resource fair and candle lighting, precedes National Recovery Month in September and highlights the importance of compassion, support, and access to recovery resources.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to Riley’s Lockhouse/Seneca Boat Ramp in Poolesville after an adult male fell off a bridge onto concrete on Thursday evening. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the 19700 block of Preservation Mews in Montgomery Village. The incident involved gunfire that struck a townhome, but fortunately, no injuries have been reported.
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Mezcal Cantina is now open at 8777 1st Ave. in Silver Spring. The new restaurant, a rebranding of the former Tacos Way Mexican Grill, brings an expanded menu and a fresh twist on traditional Mexican dishes.
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Chief Antonio DeVaul from the Takoma Park Police Department has the arrest of Kindasia Nixon, 26, of Baltimore, Maryland, for vandalism to a business.
In a special event from Frederick County Public Libraries, renowned author R.L. Stine will take the stage for an unforgettable author talk. Known for his legendary eerie tales that have captivated children and teens for decades, Stine’s appearance is sure to be a thrilling night for all who dare to join. This special event also celebrates the spectacularly spooky 20th Anniversary of Frederick Reads.
On Thursday. County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement on the passing of Joseph M. Griffin, Montgomery County’s longtime Register of Wills. Joseph M. Griffin began working in the Montgomery County Register of Wills Office in 1993 and was elected Register of Wills in 1998, serving seven consecutive terms. He held various roles in professional and community organizations, including the Maryland Register of Wills Association and the National College of Probate Judges. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released additional information regarding a fatal head-on collision that occurred in the area of Sandy Spring Road and McKnew Road in Burtonsville. (more…)
Washington football fans have reason to be excited as FOX Sports recently unveiled its list of the “Top 10 NFL Rookie Seasons by a Quarterback,” and two quarterbacks who have […]
A recent conversation about Montgomery County’s most famous residents of all-time has sparked a lively debate, prompted by a story about actor Sylvester Stallone’s formative years in the area. Stallone, a global icon with a career spanning over five decades, lived in the county from approximately ages five to fifteen. His time here included attending Woodlin Elementary School and Montgomery Hills Junior High, periods that undoubtedly shaped the future star.
Following an Inspector General report that identified long-standing gaps in background screening processes, Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor shared an update on Montgomery County Public Schools’ efforts to strengthen these procedures and reassure families that all current employees have completed required background checks.