MCPS to pay $9.7 million to settle Damascus football ‘brooming’ sex assault case
Four football players were ‘terrorized’ by teammates in 2017 and 2018
Judge blocks parts of new Maryland gun law that goes into effect Sunday
Sen. Jeff Waldstreicher of Montgomery County sponsored the law
Where to celebrate Oktoberfest in Montgomery County
Grab your beer stein and join these four local celebrations
Councilmembers push MCPS leaders to release report on harassment allegations
Hearing reveals emails to education officials are removed from system after one year
Recent Stories
Police investigating Silver Spring carjacking
Plus: Montgomery Parks announces fall events for the family, MCPS seeks input on next year’s school calendar
Ex-MCPS transportation head sentenced to probation, community service for misconduct
Todd Watkins’ lax oversight opened door to $320,000 in theft, prosecutors alleged
MoCo State’s Attorney’s Office hire raises questions
District public defender argues judge had conflict of interest
Culture
Rockville grandmother goes for the rose on ‘Golden Bachelor’
Plus: Upcounty transportation town hall date set; Booeymonger closes
Canceled: MoCo celebrates diversity with a free picnic at Wheaton Regional Park
Tropical Storm Ophelia brings in rain and wind, which caused MoCo to cancel the event
Q&A: Jonathon Heyward, the youngest-ever music director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Three-concert tour begins Sept. 22 at Strathmore in North Bethesda
Government & Politics
Raskin leads effort to recognize Banned Books Week
Between July 1, 2022 and June 30, there were 3,362 instances of book banning in public libraries and in schools, according to PEN America.
Montgomery County would be hard hit by federal government shutdown, officials warn
High number of federal employees would be affected
Montgomery County bans gas-powered leaf blowers
Legislation will be effective on sales in 2024, with full restriction rollout set for 2025
Public Safety & Justice
Heartbroken parents warn of the dangers of subway surfing, an online trend
Jay Thirunarayanapuram, a student and artist at Albert Einstein High School, was killed while subway surfing.
Truck driver fined for fatally striking Bethesda diplomat on bike
Teen struck by car in Montgomery Village and Field of Screams is open
Montgomery County Council takes aim at reducing suicide by firearms with new legislation
Bill would require gun sellers to distribute preventative literature
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Education & Family
Moms for Liberty protests ‘gender ideology,’ affirming care outside Gaithersburg HS
U.S., Canadian figures join latest demonstration of group’s efforts in Maryland
MoCo inspector general launches new Beidleman investigations
McKnight promises open communication, transparency in the process
Meet six extraordinary educators from Montgomery County
These gold-star teachers inspire elementary, middle school, and high school students
Nearly half of all current MCPS full-time teacher voids fall within special education, data shows
Sligo Creek Elementary is one school where need is acute, parents say
Hundreds of MCPS students to help create exhibitions for Smithsonian, American University
New art will explore realities of life as a teenager in modern America
Elrich, Mink demand details from MCPS on results of harassment investigation
District won’t release report that showed ‘extremely serious violations’ of public trust
Beidleman report shows ‘significant and troubling failures’ by top MCPS officials
School board releases summary of Jackson Lewis investigation findings
Food & Drink
Food halls trend in Montgomery County
The Heights, Commas and Solaire Social feature international flavors
New pizza, bowls and desserts arrive in MoCo
Wiseguy Pizza opened Wednesday and Red Ribbon Bakeshop opened Saturday
Rockville market and cafe MezeHub imports from the Balkans and beyond
Find regional cuisine, a selection of wines and products from women-owned businesses in the Randolph Hills Shopping Center
Country Boy Market announces closure
Plus, dial up some jokes at an unusual Chevy Chase “pay” phone while a Takoma Park toy store embraces its playful fun-seeking customers.
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News in Your Town
Bethesda
MoCo development roundup: 225-foot-tall building with 330 units approved for downtown Bethesda
Plus: Montgomery Parks to acquire Ednor Soapstone Quarry and transform the area into a park focused on indigenous cultural history.
New MoCo housing developments dialed in to remote workers
Work-from-home trend is changing how developers approach amenity space
Bethesda’s Old Georgetown Grille to close in 2025
In 2026, developers plan to remake the site into a high-rise mixed-use building
Rockville
Rockville officials apologize for ‘tone deaf’ scheduling conflict with Jewish high holiday
City’s candidate orientation was scheduled for and held on Rosh Hashanah
Rockville 2023 election roundup: Who’s running and how to vote
Residents will also decide on term limits, lowering voter age and other referenda questions.
Rockville company must pay tenants $150,000 for deceptive, unfair practices
Property management company charged illegal fees, failed to return tenant security deposits, AG finds
Silver Spring
Montgomery Parks seeks community input on renovation of downtown Silver Spring’s largest park
Plus: Montgomery County hires a new climate change officer; Silver Spring Stage’s One-Act Festival running until Oct. 1.
Ring in the autumn equinox at Silver Spring’s Harvest Moon Festival
Plus: Cresthaven Elementary School teacher greets students in costumes; Bethesda’s ‘Streetery’ has plans to improve the streetscape
Lyttonsville Park to highlight history of racial segregation in MoCo, unity of two communities
Site would include amphitheater, native meadow and commemorative bridge feature
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From Bethesda Magazine
Get hip to a not-so-new racket sport: badminton
International, intergenerational community plays at Rockville’s Bauer Drive Community Recreation Center
Raise the barre with the balletcore trend
Ballet flats, flowy skirts and tights set this look apart
More Montgomery County residents are facing food insecurity than at the height of the pandemic
Higher food costs, reduced federal benefits and other factors heighten issue
Check out three blissful backyards in the Bethesda area
These outdoor escapes feature midcentury poolside vibes, resort-inspired touches and a personal putting green
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Face of the Week
Montgomery County parents embrace doulas
Doula support offers benefits for parent and child that are crucial–especially to the Black community
Where Montgomery County high school graduates are going to college
How many applied, were accepted and enrolled in colleges and universities across the country
MoCo business roundup: paychecks on the rise, Georgetown Cupcakes still baking in Bethesda
Plus: ABS by the numbers, and the local firm fighting employee burnout
Profiles + Showcases
Meet more leading professionals and businesses
Home & Garden
Deck out your outdoor spaces with these local finds
Get garden party ready this summer with these pretty patio picks
Learn all about the neighborhood of River Falls
The family-friendly community is close to the C&O canal and the Old Angler’s Inn
Effort aims to cultivate diversity among Montgomery County farmers
Officials say guide will connect BIPOC farmers with networks, grant information, other resources