Montgomery College

Montgomery College has named Bernadette Maldonado as its new vice president for Development and Alumni Relations and executive director of the Montgomery College Foundation. She brings over 20 years of experience in fundraising and advancement and will oversee philanthropic efforts and community partnerships. (more…)


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Everything you need is at EDE: lifestyle, community, proximity, serenity, activity. What sets EDE apart is what’s inside, outside, and all around – an elevated suite of features and amenities that define living well.

Read on to explore the top 12 ways to experience a centrally astounding lifestyle at EDE apartments in Downtown Frederick.

1. CONTEMPORARY DESIGN: Finely crafted studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floorplans showcase luxury finishes throughout, featuring stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry, sleek plank flooring, and a selection of two designer color palettes.

2. WFH PRODUCTIVITY: Accomplish your tasks efficiently in convenient co-working spaces within each residential building or at the co-working lounge in the Clubhouse. Select layouts include a den or built-in desk to create a dedicated home workspace.

3. HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Support your wellness goals in the 24-hour leading-edge fitness center including cardio, strength, and functional training. Take your workout outside at the outdoor fitness stations.

4. ABUNDANT AMENITIES: Discover enviable lifestyle amenity spaces anchored by a high-design clubhouse with a warm, minimalist aesthetic. Rack up the fun in the clubroom with billiards and a double-sided fireplace. Unwind in the chic lounge with seating areas and curated artwork. Entertain your little ones at the enclosed playground.

5. ACTIVE EVENTS CALENDAR: Experience a welcoming community atmosphere with opportunities to connect through an engaging line-up of events featuring a monthly book club, wine tastings, food trucks, and other social gatherings. (more…)


MoCo Government

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich praised the County Council’s unanimous approval of new Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) regulations, which set energy efficiency requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings over 25,000 square feet. (more…)


Bethesda

Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar has announced it will open at 7401 Woodmont Ave. (2 Bethesda Metro Center) in mid-March, expanding its presence in the DMV. The restaurant will feature modern Peruvian cuisine, ceviches, craft cocktails, and a “social dining atmosphere.” (more…)


MoCo Government

The Montgomery County Council will meet on Thursday, February 27 to review funding for the Noyes Library renovation, the Burtonsville Elementary School replacement, and the FY26 Capital Budget for Montgomery County Public Schools. Updates will also be provided on the Office of Grants Management and an Office of the Inspector General report on the Office of Human Rights. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County Government: (more…)


Bethesda

According to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, Vipul Thakkar, 53, of Owings Mills, pleaded guilty in Montgomery County Circuit Court to multiple charges, including theft and financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult, for his role in a gold bar scam targeting elderly victims. (more…)


MoCo

Residents in the area have seen Pepco bills increase, and the company is extending support measures through March to help customers manage higher energy costs. These measures include waiving late payment fees, offering longer repayment periods, suspending disconnections, and providing energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. (more…)


Crime

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has provided new details about the arrest of two individuals after a drug transaction, during which one suspect attempted to escape by ramming a police vehicle and was found with over two pounds of marijuana and a stolen handgun.

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