MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is honoring Rosa Parks’ legacy throughout December by placing special interior bus cards across its nearly 400 Ride On buses and designating a seat on each bus to commemorate her historic act of courage. MCDOT is also highlighting its efforts to promote equity in transportation through initiatives such as reduced bus fares and free ride programs for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and youth. (more…)


Wheaton

Wheaton Arts Parade and Peijisan Art are partnering on a public art project to decorate traffic signal boxes in Wheaton with designs by local artists, and they are inviting residents to share their ideas through a survey open until November 29. (more…)


Kentlands

Giuseppi’s Kentlands has shared the sad news of the passing of co-owner Eugene “Gene” Lee. Lee passed away at the age of 76 earlier this month and is remembered by many in the community as a smiling and welcoming presence at Giuseppi’s Kentlands location (355 Kentlands Blvd.).

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Crime

On Friday, November 22, 2024, after a nine-day trial, a federal jury found Stephen L. Snyder of Baltimore, Maryland guilty of one count of Attempted Extortion and seven counts of the Travel Act stemming from an attempt to extort $25 million from the University of Maryland Medical System.

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Crime

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has announced plans to increase patrols, including visible and undercover officers, drones, and camera systems, across all six districts to enhance safety in retail areas during the holiday season.

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