The Montgomery County Fair, a beloved annual tradition, is set to return from August 8-16, 2025. While the fair offers endless fun, it’s also easy to get carried away and overspend. By planning ahead, you can enjoy all the excitement without breaking the bank. Here’s a guide to experiencing the fair “on a budget” shared by the fair:
The following is a statement from Washington Commanders Managing Partner Josh Harris following today’s vote by the DC Council:
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a multistate lawsuit challenging recent federal actions by the Trump administration that seek to restrict access to healthcare for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary youth, arguing the measures exceed federal authority and threaten lawful medical care.
During the final week of Montgomery County’s Summer Traffic Task Force, officers made 7 DUI arrests and issued numerous citations as part of ongoing enforcement efforts, bringing the task force’s ten-week total to 134 DUI arrests and over 2,500 combined citations, warnings, and stops. (more…)
Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with Romantique Books! Join us for an afternoon dedicated to romance readers, indie authors, and the local bookish community. Browse signed romance books, discover your next favorite read through our curated Blind Date with a Book bundles, and shop a wide selection of bookish gifts, stickers, bookmarks, reading accessories, and more.
Meet local romance authors, explore unique creations from local vendors, enjoy permanent jewelry and tiny book-themed tattoos, and celebrate independent bookstores with fellow readers. The first 50 guests will receive exclusive Bookstore Romance Day swag bags filled with bookish goodies, and a few lucky attendees may even discover extra surprise treats tucked inside.
“Frederick has always been a baseball town”, and a recent announcement has reignited that passion. In a move that marks a triumphant return to its roots, the Frederick Keys will once again be an affiliated Minor League Baseball team, serving as the High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles starting in the 2026 season.
The Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department (BCFD) has announced the passing of John V. “Guppy” Pignataro, a Life Member and past Chief, whose journey with the department began in 1977. The social media post by the BVFD can be seen below:
Former President Joe Biden, known for his well-documented love of ice cream, has been spotted for the second time this week at a Baskin Robbins location here in Montgomery County, Maryland. The casual stops, this time in Downtown Bethesda (4905 Cordell Ave.), have drawn attention from local residents and media alike.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) Provided details via a social media post on a dramatic rescue operation at the intersection of Bradley Blvd and Mercy Hollow Ln in Bethesda Thursday afternoon.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Keilin Castro, a missing 17-year-old. (more…)
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is introducing a new, full-day initiative for the 2025–2026 school year called Student Transition Day on Monday, August 25th. This non-instructional day is designed to help students acclimate to new school levels and buildings before the entire student body returns.
Planning Board to hold a daytime in-person and online hearing at M-NCPPC Wheaton Headquarters and an evening in-person-only hearing at the Upcounty Regional Services Center
The Montgomery County Planning Board will hold two public hearings on Thursday, September 25, 2025, for the Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan, which focuses on an area of Clarksburg east of I-270 and west of Frederick Road (MD 355). The sector plan envisions a more complete, connected, and sustainable community over the next 20-plus years that balances economic growth with the preservation of natural and historic resources.