Montgomery County government has announced that employees working in the county can receive up to $325 per month for commuting costs through the MCDOT FareShare program, with employers required to contribute $25 per employee. (more…)
The Hometown Holidays festival will return to Rockville Town Center in May, featuring two days of local entertainment, food, shopping, and community activities, followed by the city’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade.
The festival, returning to its original location for the first time since 2019, will have a local, community-based focus with live music, artisan vendors, children’s activities, and food from local restaurants, while the Memorial Day Parade on May 26 will showcase over 60 groups celebrating the theme “Magic in America.”
Mon Ami Gabi in Bethesda will reopen on March 17 at 7239 Woodmont Avenue after undergoing extensive renovations, which began in February 2024, featuring expanded dining spaces, a larger bar, […]
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 22 attorneys general won a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s illegal freeze on federal funding for states, nonprofits, and community programs. The court ruled the freeze unlawful and ordered the administration to unfreeze funds, including FEMA grants, while the case continues. (more…)
ConnectJew LIVE! is a social discovery night where 20+ local Jewish organizations, clubs, dinners, and communities come together so you can explore the DMV young adult Jewish scene in one evening. A mixer for Jewish life, friends, and community — meet people, discover social clubs, find Shabbat dinners, and plug in at whatever level feels right. Tickets required; exact address sent 24 hours before the event (Metro Center / Chinatown area).
9:00 am Memorial Ceremony
Join us as we remember those lost to substance use.
The State Highway Administration approved Rockville’s request to lower the speed limit on First Street to 35 mph, with updated signage to be installed this month, while the city continues efforts to improve pedestrian safety through Vision Zero projects.
Planned improvements include temporary and permanent pedestrian refuge islands, traffic calming measures, and upcoming public meetings to discuss roadway enhancements and bicycle facilities. (more…)
On Sunday, March 9, at 2 am, we “spring forward” for daylight saving time, losing an hour of sleep but gaining an extra hour of daylight in the evening, with the sun setting at 7:09 p.m. that day. This shift also coincides with an anticipated rise in temperatures, reaching the mid-70s later in the week.
A Germantown Visioning Workshop will be held on Thursday, March 13 at BlackRock Center for the Arts, where the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce will seek public input on a potential Business Improvement District, alongside updates from Montgomery County Park and Planning and Visit Montgomery. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, along with a coalition of 20 attorneys general, filed a lawsuit against federal agencies, alleging that mass layoffs of probationary employees violated federal laws and imposed financial burdens on states. (more…)
The City of Rockville has introduced a new branding identity, including a redesigned “R” logo, new colors and fonts, and a brand motto, “Rise Together,” aimed at fostering community unity. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a significant structure fire early this morning on Cove Ledge Court, located off Watkins Mill Road in Montgomery Village. The initial dispatch was received around 3:50 AM, and the situation escalated to a second alarm due to the severity of the fire.
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center has received a $1 million gift from businessman and philanthropist Conrad V. Aschenbach in memory of his wife, Lois. The gift will help the hospital fund a six-story patient tower, which is currently under construction to upgrade emergency and critical-care spaces.