On Thursday, June 19, 2025, Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to 600 incidents, including 295 medical calls and 247 fire-related calls, more than 200 of which occurred between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m., mostly involving downed trees and wires. (more…)
Recently, an Instagram post featuring “restaurant quality eats” served at gas stations across the state of Maryland went viral locally (see video below). We’ve added a few more standout options and provided additional details about the restaurants highlighted in the video to help Marylanders discover where they can enjoy quality eats at these gas stations.
Democrat Scott Goldberg has launched his campaign for one of four At-Large seats on the Montgomery County Council, highlighting priorities such as education, housing, and economic opportunity, and drawing on his background as a small business owner, attorney, substitute teacher, and community leader.
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!
Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps
The Urban School Food Alliance (USFA) announced the addition of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) as its newest member. MCPS is the second district from Maryland to join The Alliance.
Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.
Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.
The Maryland Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses as temperatures rise, offering safety tips and resources to stay cool and recognize symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. (more…)
The Maryland Zoo’s Penguin Coast (One Safari Way in Baltimore, MD) is home to North America’s largest African penguin colony, where visitors can observe and interact (pet, etc.) these unique birds as they waddle, swim, dive, and eat in an environment designed to mimic their natural habitat.
Severe weather has significantly impacted roads and driving conditions across the area with numerous downed trees and power outages reported, according to Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Services (MCFRS).
Jason Hanif Rehman, 40, of Rockville, MD, was sentenced today to 14 years in prison on one count of coercion and enticement after he used the Snapchat application to coerce […]
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded Thursday afternoon to a collision at Montgomery Village Avenue and Greenside Terrace in Montgomery Village. (more…)
Woodfield Elementary School in Gaithersburg (near Damascus) boasts a rich and varied history dating back to 1865. Currently, students attending Woodfield Elementary School typically go on to John T. Baker Middle School and Damascus High School.