Primary Election 2024: Meet the candidates running for the Montgomery County Circuit Court
MoCo360 is publishing profiles of candidates running in the May 14 primary election
Wootton High student arrested for allegedly planning a school shooting
The FBI found a manifesto allegedly written by the Rockville teen
MoCo residents have lost over $5 million to gold bar scams in the past year
Detective Sean Petty says that prevention is key because scammers won’t stop
Praneel Suvarna elected the 47th Student Member of the Board of Education
The Clarksburg High School junior beat Montgomery Blair High School junior Sam Ross
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Primary 2024: What to know before you vote
Election is May 14, early voting starts May 2
Primary election 2024: Meet Neil Parrott, GOP candidate for Congressional District 6
MoCo360 is publishing profiles of candidates running in the May 14 primary election
Primary Election 2024: Meet the At-Large candidates running for the Board of Education
MoCo360 is publishing profiles of candidates running in the May 14 primary election
Culture
What can a staycation do for you?
MoCo moms say getting away—without going away—can be good for your health
Montgomery County’s first natural cemetery aims to connect loved ones to nature
Organizers hope to open Reflection Park in Cloverly
Are people on DMV roads really the worst?
Ms. MoCo answers your questions about the notorious ‘Maryland drivers’
Government & Politics
Primary election 2024: Meet Tom Royals, GOP candidate for Congressional District 6
MoCo360 is publishing profiles of candidates running in the May 14 primary election
Unions, community groups come out against Hogan in the U.S. Senate race
Local leaders say that choosing the Republican candidate Hogan is not in line with top state concerns
McClain Delaney leads Md. 6th Congressional District fundraising, faces scrutiny for loan
Royals continues to top Republicans for third quarter
Public Safety & Justice
Forest Oak Middle School staffer arrested for allegedly having loaded gun on campus
Building service manager faces multiple charges
Black bear, black bear, what do you see? Garbage, bird feeders and pet food waiting for me!
Maryland DNR asks MoCo residents to deter furry visitors by being BearWise
Speed limit on a busy stretch of Veirs Mill Road reduced to 35 mph
Plus: MCPS sports teams highlighted by Washington Post; Peter Chang brings Chinese tapas to new Gaithersburg restaurant
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Education & Family
MCPS appoints six new principals
Plus: Gaithersburg teacher named Global Learning Fellow, students pick out free prom outfits
Proposed MCPS policy revisions recognize strengths of multilingualism
Changes would shift view of English-learning students as deficient
Student school board member: MCPS moving too ‘slow’ on school safety measures
Sami Saeed hoped to see progress on implementing ‘Safe Schools Resolution’
Opinion: Full funding for MCPS is key to county’s future prosperity
Unions call for county officials to fulfill obligation to students, families
School board candidates debate issues from teen mental health to school safety at forum
League of Women Voters hosts virtual session for those running for three open seats
U. Md. scholars to help school districts with Blueprint education reform plan
College of Education offers teacher career ladder framework among other expertise
Northwood High students, parents share frustration with proposed plans for pending move to Woodward High
Concerns with earlier start time, transportation cited at MCPS meeting
Food & Drink
Eatery with award-winning sandwiches to open new Burtonsville location
Plus: Dog saves family from Rockville house fire; Interfaith network will host gun buyback event in Germantown on Saturday
Where to find meals for Passover seders in MoCo
Restaurants offer brisket, matzo ball soup, gluten-free tacos and more
Tasty tidbits: Shababi smoked chicken pop-up to open in Silver Spring next week
Plus: Ben & Jerry’s is giving away free cones Tuesday
Numerous MoCo restaurants receive RAMMY nods
Bethesda’s José Andrés is nominee for restaurateur of the year award
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Bethesda
Montgomery Parks to acquire downtown Bethesda lot for urban recreation
Space sits along Capital Crescent Trail and path of future Purple Line light-rail
Bethesda is state’s top spot for pickleball, new report says
Rockville, Potomac and Olney also listed as sport’s ‘emerging hotspots and hidden gems’
Where to shop, eat and play in downtown Bethesda
Upcoming film festivals and stage performances can be found at a plethora of entertainment venues
Rockville
Rockville nonagenarians are set on swimming until age 100
The “Three Aquateers” spend each morning at the pool at the Ingleside
Four MoCo cities among top 10 most ethnically diverse in the U.S.
Gaithersburg repeats as No. 1 for second consecutive year in WalletHub ranking
Meadowside Nature Center’s resident bald eagle died Tuesday
Plus: Former U.S. Poet Laureate coming to Gaithersburg on Friday and Chido’s Tex-Mex Grill coming to Silver Spring
Silver Spring
Air Force helicopter lands near Silver Spring apartment complex
Plus: Puppy rescued from the trash; and the Bethesda man behind the Baltimore Orioles
Plans to replace Silver Spring elementary school approved by county planners
New building for Joann Leleck Elementary at Broad Acres would become county elementary school with largest capacity
Silver Spring woman wins $5 million with Maryland Lottery scratch-off
Plus: MoCo residents can get free Lyft rides on St. Patrick’s Day; rio Lakefront’s carousel opens this weekend
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Culture
B-CC High students to host event highlighting American teenage culture Wednesday
‘When the Weight of the World Won’t Wait’ features former student activist Mary Beth Tinker
Kensington couple beats Guinness World Record for concert attendance
Plus: MoCo Latinas and Black women face largest pay gap in the state; County police made 13 DUI arrests over St. Patrick’s Day weekend
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Visit the riverside retreat of Cabin John
The Bethesda neighborhood is a nature lover’s dream
Rockville wedding features poignant Polaroids and a glowing dance floor
A cake from Wegmans proved to be a hit after the ceremony at the Mansion at Strathmore
Mix up with your workout with these MoCo fitness classes
Move your body at stroller barre or learn some new moves with K-pop choreography
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Poolesville climbing instructor reclaims rope to make dog toys
Tasty Knots offers a softer alternative to brittle dog treats
Do you know Brie, the “cheese guy” at Rockville’s Whole Foods?
The aptly named cheesemonger offers his charcuterie board suggestions
Five things every entrepreneur should know
Gaithersburg’s Marc Steren offers tips on founding companies
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Home & Garden
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Bethesda-based designers can create beautiful accommodations
How to get your garden growing this season
Expert tips ensure bountiful and beautiful results
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