Rockville receives high marks for LGBTQ+ equity
Plus: Seneca Valley High School student selected as councilmember for a day, popular Wheaton Italian deli owner retires
Rockville receives $25,000 grant for arts-driven pedestrian safety mural
Montgomery County municipality is one of 25 cities across North America to receive funding
Montgomery Village shooting prompts several schools to shelter in place
The shelter-in-place has been lifted for all four MCPS schools, police said
Winter wonderlands galore in every corner of MoCo
We rounded up six ways to celebrate the holidays with your neighbors, wherever your backyard
Recent Stories
MoCo High School Sports: Churchill knocked out of football playoffs in state semifinals
The Potomac school was the final Montgomery County team in the Maryland 4A championship
Fire department offers tips for keeping Christmas trees from becoming hazards
Plus, which volunteer stations are selling conifers
Wootton High School temporarily locked down for bomb threat
Students cleared to return to Rockville building after OK from police
Culture
Watch a Silver Spring pup compete at the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving
Plus: Retiring Montgomery Parks director reminisces on 38-year career; MoCo Board of Elections votes on new social media policy
Annual Silver Spring Thanksgiving parade celebrates diversity and community
Over 10,000 attendees watched the event on Saturday morning
Montgomery County Planning Department report shows the growth of the Hispanic community
Plus: Montgomery Parks Holiday BARKet; Boxing Club in Rockville joins Suburban Hospital for breast cancer
Government & Politics
Md. CAIR director suspended from state hate crimes panel; Chaudry defends posts on Israel-Hamas war
Attorney General releases statement concerning social media posts
Federal appeals court finds Maryland handgun qualification law unconstitutional
Law requires a person who wishes to buy a handgun to apply for the license.
Montgomery Parks hires new director
Local parks and planning veteran Miti Figueredo tapped to lead following national search
Public Safety & Justice
Stepping Stones Shelter in Rockville addresses MoCo homelessness issue
Up to six families can live at the property
Twinbrook Elementary officials investigate alleged sexual assault of 5-year-old at school
After viral social media post, school leaders held two meetings with community parents
Two suspects arrested in November homicide in Montgomery Village
The 19- and 20-year-old suspects were charged with first-degree murder
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Education & Family
MCPS school board, McKnight and 6 staff members sued by America First Legal group, 2 county residents
Lawsuit claims the groups violated plaintiff’s First Amendment rights, Open Meetings Act
13 MCPS students arrested last week for carjackings and auto thefts, police said
Samuel Fikru, 18, of Silver Spring is currently being held without bond
Superintendent McKnight hires Nancy Navarro as senior adviser for external affairs at MCPS
New position will advise school system on corrective actions related to sexual misconduct investigation, foster relationships with community and stakeholders
Tilden MS teacher on leave after antisemitic social media posts go viral
‘We must condemn statements demeaning individuals or groups’ MCPS spokesman says
Clarksburg HS principal announces retirement amid backlash to pro-Palestine student walkout
Edward Owusu says retirement is unrelated to negative response
At least 20% of MCPS students are ‘chronically absent’
Plus: Firearms stolen from Damascus store, MCPS holding budget forum tonight
School principals prepare for the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future
Impending policy changes are meant to address challenges facing educators, students across the state
Food & Drink
The Heights food hall to open in December in Chevy Chase following delay
Plus: Wheaton house fire displaces 15 people, lobster joint coming to Rio Lakefront
MoCo foodies plan vacations around their next great meal
From Michelin star restaurants to private chef dinners, these folks prefer their adventures edible
Vegetable Garden, a vegan restaurant in Silver Spring, closes
‘It’s time to bring this chapter to a close,’ letter to customers says
How to make pizza dough at home
Andy’s Pizza owner explains how to make the perfect pie
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News in Your Town
Bethesda
What to know about Bethesda’s Wildwood and Lone Oak
These neighborhoods offer suburban living with commuter convenience
Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School in lockdown Monday
Police activity near the school in Bethesda cause of lockdown
MoCo program inspires Latino children to pursue STEM careers
Jovenes de Mañana encourages kids to be creative and introduces them to role models
Rockville
Calls for reform after Rockville’s city elections run into ballot and voting troubles
Some voters received ballots late while others never got them; tracker program made errors
What to know on Election Day: Where to vote and who is running
Gaithersburg and Rockville voters will decide on the next leaders of their cities
Mexican ‘bread of the dead’ tradition lives on in MoCo
Salty or sweet, pan de muerto symbolizes the cycle of life
Silver Spring
Monday bomb threat at Montgomery Blair High School third in three weeks
Students have exited the school building to allow police to sweep campus
Bomb threat at Montgomery Blair High School determined ‘not valid’
Students and staff waited outside on the football stadium while police searched the building Friday
MoCo to fund development of affordable housing along Purple Line route
Plus: Autism Society of Maryland expands into Rockville; Gaithersburg to host first Taste of Rio
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Culture
How to avoid awkward conversations around the holidays
9 tips to keep your family gatherings drama-free
Punk, ska and rock concerts come alive through local artist’s posters
Jeffrey Everett has created concert posters for musicians including Blondie, Foo Fighters, Lou Reed and Iggy Pop
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From Bethesda Magazine
Rockville biotech company aims to cure HIV
Addimune, a spinoff of American Gene Technologies, could help thousands of Montgomery County residents
Stand out with our fiery red shopping picks
Bold hues are in this holiday season
Check all the boxes with these plaid products
Patterned accents bring the festive vibes this holiday season
Greek food truck Mastiha Taverna serves up pitas, platters and pastries across MoCo
The owners of Mastiha Bakery launched the truck, which traverses the county
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10 seasonal cocktails on menus in Montgomery County
Sip on these trendy drinks to ward off any chill
Katie Ledecky: ‘Bethesda will always be home for me’
The GOAT swimmer has plans beyond the 2024 Paris Olympics
Business round-up: Wagshal’s deli market bets on Bethesda
Plus, the surprising Lockheed Martin-inspired fashion statement
Profiles + Showcases
Meet more leading professionals and businesses
Home & Garden
Halloween beetle sneaks inside to provide a scare as temps drop
Though the insects are good for gardens and plant life, they may become a nuisance when indoors.
Check out these home decor recommendations with the perfect textures
A range of finishes and materials keeps a room from looking flat
How to incorporate greener living into your kitchen
A smartly remodeled kitchen can be both stylish and sustainable