With a Winter Storm Watch in effect from 6am Sunday until 9pm for parts of the area on Sunday, we’ve compiled the latest weather maps we could find from the local affiliates of the major television stations (NBC4, FOX5, ABC7, WUSA9). The maps are from Friday evening for the winter storm that’s expected to bring snow our way this Sunday.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire in a first-floor apartment on Duvall Lane in Gaithersburg on Friday evening. (more…)
The Maryland Seafood Festival Is Bigger Than Ever for Its 60th Anniversary!
The Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Sandy Point State Park September 11–13 for a special three-day celebration of its 60th anniversary! Enjoy fresh Maryland seafood, live music, family entertainment, Chesapeake Bay traditions and unforgettable experiences along the waterfront. Check out some of the exciting additions coming to this year’s festival!
HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11
Newly announced, the festival will open on Friday evening, September 11, with a special tribute honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11. All three bands performing that evening include veterans and active-duty military members.
Be sure to visit Old Fireman’s BBQ Food Truck and meet a firefighter who was on-site at the Pentagon on that fateful day. We are offering special pricing for first responders and military.
MEET THE WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK
Mama Duck, the world’s largest rubber duck, is coming to the Chesapeake Bay! This enormous, family-favorite attraction has appeared around the world, and now she is making her Maryland Seafood Festival debut.
Bring the entire family, experience the joy of Mama Duck, and capture a photo you’ll never forget!
EXPERIENCE SKIPJACK HERITAGE DAYS
Taking place alongside the Maryland Seafood Festival, Skipjack Heritage Days invites families to discover the stories and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on activities, educational exhibits and public sails aboard historic skipjacks.
The weekend culminates with a Sunday skipjack race that guests can watch from the festival grounds at East Beach. Skipjacks are living history and icons of our region—this is a rare opportunity to experience them up close.
MEET GEORGE WASHINGTON
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with America’s first president! Presented by Peraton, George Washington will share stories about his life, his experiences along the Chesapeake Bay, and his role in the founding of our country.
“MR. MARYLAND” JIMMY CHARLES HEADLINES SUNDAY
Maryland’s own Jimmy Charles returns to headline the festival on Sunday! Known as “Mr. Maryland,” the nationally recognized singer and songwriter will take the stage alongside a full weekend of bands, performers and entertainment.
OLD BAY JOINS THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
What would a Maryland seafood celebration be without OLD BAY? Maryland’s most recognizable seasoning is joining us for the festival’s milestone 60th anniversary.
Stay tuned for exciting OLD BAY experiences, promotions, and surprises throughout the weekend!
Three days. Sixty years of tradition. One unforgettable celebration on the Chesapeake Bay.
Looking to be active? Co-located are the Big Ducking Run 10K/5K/Fun Run or the Bay Bridge Paddle!
We’ll see you September 11–13 at Sandy Point State Park!
The Montgomery County Council will meet on Jan. 21 to present proclamations for National Mentoring Month and Human Trafficking Awareness Month, introduce legislation on emergency medical services insurance reimbursement, vote on supplemental appropriations for health programs, and hold public hearings on reducing animal impoundment hold times and establishing discounted parking permits for service providers in Silver Spring. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County: (more…)
On August 22, the New Neighbor Interfaith Alliance (NNIA) will host the 2026 Set Them Up for Success Volleyball Tournament and Family Fun Day from 9 am-4 pm at the Interdenominational Church of God in Gaithersburg, gathering volleyball teams, faith community members, and the public to raise funds to help recent refugees in Montgomery County attain independence.
An interfaith non-profit alliance of 37 faith communities and civic groups, NNIA raises funds to help resettled refugees with rental assistance, deferred medical care, English language skills and job placement. They also hope to expand their volunteer numbers to help more beneficiaries with job assistance, reliable transportation, and mentoring.
Butchers Alley is ten years old! To celebrate we’re throwing a can’t-miss cookout on Saturday August 29th from 11am-2pm. We’ll be grilling up free handcrafted burgers for the first 150 customers, tasting some of our favorite products and we’ve got a few fantastic raffle prizes for you like a $100 catering gift card, a free paella party for four and a butcher's pick bundle of our favorite cuts.
We’ll see you Saturday August 29th from 11am-2pm for great burgers, good times and celebration of 10 years of Butchers Alley!
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is currently on the scene of a shooting in Silver Spring on Friday evening. (more…)
A federal grand jury returned a 22-count indictment, charging a Montgomery County, Maryland attorney with tax evasion, assisting in the preparation of false tax returns, failing to pay taxes, and making false statements to two separate mortgage lenders, according to the United States Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland.
The U.S. Secret Service has announced that President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony will be moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda due to expected inclement weather, with temperatures forecasted to be around 20 degrees. (more…)
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has proposed a $5.852 billion FY26 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY25-30 Capital Improvements Program, prioritizing education, affordable housing, infrastructure, and racial equity, while reducing the structural deficit by $83.5 million due to completed school projects and budget constraints. (more…)
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for NW Montgomery County and some surrounding areas from 6:00 am until 9:00 pm, Sunday, January 19th. Residents should plan for travel delays. (more…)
L.A. Café & Catering, located at 7901 Cessna Ave, Suite K in Gaithersburg, has permanently closed. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 16 states and 3 cities are defending EPA Clean Air Act waivers that support California’s zero-emission vehicle and truck regulations, aimed at reducing air pollution and combating climate change. (more…)