MCPS employs more than 10,000 supporting services staff members who work in more than 450 job classifications supporting operations and instruction. Up to three outstanding support professionals in each of the eight chapters are being recognized and awarded. The eight chapters are: Building Services, Food Services, Media and Technology, Maintenance, Office, Paraeducators, Security and Transportation.
Chef José Andrés’ Spanish Diner closed its doors on Wednesday, February 5. Located at 7271 Woodmont Avenue in Federal Realty’s Bethesda Row, the restaurant opened in Spring 2021 and previously […]
A Public Hearing with the Planning Commission has been scheduled on March 19 regarding the Schematic Development Plan (SDP) that was filed requesting to construct a 297 unit multi-family building in the space that was previously home to Famous Dave’s and Aditya Bistro at 917 Quince Orchard Rd. in Gaithersburg.
Alex Gordon, like many of us, grew up with the familiar sight of a Blockbuster video store in his neighborhood. So when he stumbled upon a Blockbuster-themed “little free library” for movies in Washington, D.C., he couldn’t resist capturing a few photos.
Join us in celebrating the groundbreaking of construction for the Lightbridge Academy, an early childhood education center dedicated to supporting working families. Offering daycare, preschool, kindergarten, and summer camps, Lightbridge brings its Circle of Care philosophy to the community, combining a strong academic foundation with a focus on social and emotional growth in a safe, supportive environment.
Lightbridge Academy Gaithersburg will be opening in the Walnut Hill Plaza, Gaithersburg in early 2027. This event will take place in the lower parking lot. Please enter by turning onto N Westland drive, turning right into the plaza after passing the construction, and park along the back fence. Light refreshments will be served. Please rsvp at the Gaithersburg Germantown Upcounty Chamber of Commerce website: https://cca.ggchamber.org/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=MDGAI&evtid=20351142&class=E
Marylanders urged to check exposure times, monitor symptoms, and make sure vaccinations are up to date
The Metro Board of Directors is seeking applicants to serve on its Riders’ Advisory Council (RAC) to provide input on service, policies and other initiatives that assists Metro’s Board of Directors in its decision-making.
A vehicle fire that occurred after a collision has stopped traffic on southbound I-270 near exit 6 on Saturday night.
The Montgomery County Council will review state and local legislation, economic development indicators, and capital projects during upcoming meetings. Committees will discuss budget updates, public safety appropriations, the Bethesda Downtown Plan Minor Master Plan Amendment, and proposed changes to animal control laws. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government:
We have recently received inquiries about the canceled appearance by Henry Winkler at Montgomery College’s Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, located at 51 Mannakee St., Rockville. We would like to remind everyone that this event was canceled last month. Originally scheduled for October 29, 2024, the event was later rescheduled to March 11, 2025, before being canceled indefinitely.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is investigating a homicide in the 2700 block of Fairdale Terrace in Silver Spring. (more…)