Opinion: Will MoCo’s safety plans ever fully see fruition?
Instigation of the Vision Zero plan has not had the desired outcome partly due to driver misbehavior
The Insider’s Guide to Gaithersburg and North Potomac
Learn the statistics and stories behind these communities
Chabad of Olney’s menorah vandalized right before first night of Hanukkah
Police said no suspects are in custody
Bethesda Row’s Terrain Cafe closes; Paul Bakery shuttered as well
Both eateries were honored as Best of Bethesda winners
Recent Stories
Muslim teacher alleges MCPS discriminated by placing her on administrative leave
‘From the river to the sea’ in email tagline prompted move, Argyle MS teacher and CAIR legal team claims
Sign unveiled on I-270 honors State Fire Marshal killed in 2017
Deputy Chief Sander Cohen was ‘a pillar in all of our lives,’ one friend said
MoCo police report two homicides, including disabled man allegedly slain by relative
Investigations ongoing in both incidents involving victims in their 60s
Culture
Residents work to cast a light on the burial ground for enslaved people beneath Chevy Chase homes
Neighbors hope to gain support for a statue to mark the site
Where to light the menorah and celebrate Hanukkah in Montgomery County
Events include firetruck parades, crafts, a puppet show and more
New true crime book tells historical tales of Montgomery County
Jack Toomey’s “Crime, Tragedy, and Catastrophe in Montgomery County, Maryland 1860 to 1960” is available on Amazon
Government & Politics
Lawmakers may revisit issue of drivers smelling of marijuana
Del. Jheanelle Wilkins, D-Montgomery, said the law is essential to protecting the constitutional rights of Marylanders
Moore to counties: ‘I know that our trust is being tested’
Moore said the state is now “forced to reckon with structural challenges that have plagued our state for years.”
Lawmakers, county officials discuss recent juvenile justice reforms and potential changes at annual meeting
The Maryland Association of Counties began its winter conference Wednesday
Public Safety & Justice
Antisemitic graffiti found at Quince Orchard High School
MCPS already grappling with other instances of hate graffiti, antisemitic posts by some faculty
Officer who lost legs after being struck by car is released from hospital, gets hero’s escort
Plus: Red Line closed between Grosvenor and Shady Grove on Saturday, Sunday; Real estate firm hopes for 900 units at Silver Spring site
Montgomery County bill would establish crisis intervention teams for emergency response
Goal is to mitigate negative interactions with law enforcement
Homes of the Week
Education & Family
MCPS adopts calendar for 2024-2025 school year
First day of school is Aug. 26 for traditional schools, July 8 for innovative schools
Federal court in Richmond to hear case on MCPS opt-out policy
Mahmoud v. McKnight reaches next step in fight against LGTBQ+ inclusive storybooks
Takoma Park Middle School teacher on administrative leave after posts about Israel-Hamas war
Principal Erin Martin ‘strongly condemned’ the social media posts
Three high school principals retiring mid-year at MCPS
School district to begin the search for three new leaders
UPDATED: Stabbing at Springbrook High School, four students charged
A student was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries
Seneca Valley senior wins contest to be Councilmember for a Day
Student submitted a video essay highlighting the critical need for affordable childcare in MoCo
Wootton High School temporarily locked down for bomb threat
Students cleared to return to Rockville building after OK from police
Food & Drink
Where to get your Hanukkah food this year in Montgomery County
Bethesda, Potomac and Rockville eateries offer latkes, doughnuts and many other classic holiday delicacies
13 farmers markets in the Montgomery County area
Farm-fresh produce is never far away
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
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News in Your Town
Bethesda
Bethesda male dancer plays dual role in The Nutcracker
A shortage of available young men puts the spotlight on Maryland Youth Ballet’s Jacob Cowan
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
Rockville
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
Stepping Stones Shelter in Rockville addresses MoCo homelessness issue
Up to six families can live at the property
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
Silver Spring
Silver Spring man faces life in prison for killing roommate caught on video
Plus: Thomas Edison High School cosmetology students open salon for fundraiser; County Council considers $2M grant for migrant arrival center
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
Mexican ‘bread of the dead’ tradition lives on in MoCo
Salty or sweet, pan de muerto symbolizes the cycle of life
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Culture
Comedian Pete Davidson coming to Silver Spring
Plus: Montgomery County Police voice concern about lack of marijuana breathalyzer, Maryland’s fatal car crashes rising
Local stationery company sells greeting cards, stickers with a wink
Peach & Paperie’s products offer lighthearted puns and original art
Opinion
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From Bethesda Magazine
Six common pain myths to avoid
Montgomery County physical therapists give advice on how to treat your body right
Keeping up with Kensington
Explore the shopper’s heaven, with a brewery, walking trails and spots on the National Register of Historic Places
Three destinations worth a road trip
Travel to a new hotel in Virginia Beach, a New Year’s crab drop and more
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a holiday hub
What to do in ‘Christmas City’
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Face of the Week
Catch a show: 16 theaters and arts venues in MoCo
Find places to see beloved musicals, national debuts and creative performances for kids
Meet locals who benefit from nonprofits in MoCo360’s 2023 Guide to Giving
These five MoCo residents worked with groups to get through college, start a new business, learn job skills and more.
Rockville biotech company aims to cure HIV
Addimune, a spinoff of American Gene Technologies, could help thousands of Montgomery County residents
Profiles + Showcases
Meet more leading professionals and businesses
Home & Garden
Check all the boxes with these plaid products
Patterned accents bring the festive vibes this holiday season
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