Silver Spring delegate says just-cause bill would require landlords to give reason for refusing lease renewal

Rockville businessman’s efforts supplemented by PAC formed to promote his candidacy

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Archers, shotgun hunters, police sharpshooters participate in population control program

Plus: Construction trades union endorses Hogan, Rockville executive to go up against Cardin on November ballot

County is looking to add another 135 parking spaces to the facility

More cases reported among adolescents and young adults, data shows

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Plus: Film about life of Josiah Henson gets two screenings in Silver Spring; elections board to start validating Floreen’s signatures; fair begins

Independent county exec candidate says she is “looking forward” to meeting the signature requirement

A total of $4.6 million in funding was awarded to 21 Maryland groups

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Republican governor said “anti-jobs” policies could scare off company

Riemer’s bill requires more lower-cost units in affluent areas; Floreen’s gives county officials added flexibility

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Under the 10-year pact, the arts and entertainment venue will remain open if there are federal shutdowns

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Going forward, the county will work with a single contractor to design, build and maintain the project

Memorial service in Rockville offered an opportunity to reflect and rededicate efforts on homeless prevention

Brian Frosh says cut to state and local tax deduction unfairly targeted Maryland and other Democratic-leaning states; nearly 277,000 Montgomery households claimed deduction

Shoppers can exchange bulbs at Safeway stores throughout the county through Aug. 20

Plus: Elections board to certify vote totals, school board to review early childhood education programs

Blair will have three days to request a recount

At Universities at Shady Grove, Hogan also addresses possible Metro strike

Department only notifies violators by postal mail

Plus: Ashman crosses party lines to endorse Hogan; Riemer declares his support for Elrich as Democratic county exec nominee

Matching funds will support research and development in Montgomery County

The system intends to increase train frequency to Shady Grove in December

Montgomery County taxpayers among 20 individuals, 25 businesses who owe more than $12.7 million

The at-large County Council member says she’s beginning to collect signatures to put her name on the ballot

County prepares a 10-year lease for the 3,930-square-foot space that will first serve as temporary home of U.S. Post Office branch

State transportation officials are looking at adding toll lanes on the major highways

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The Blair High teacher says he plans to ask for a recount

Plus: Proposed Bethesda office tower heads to Planning Board; soul band playing free concert Thursday

Unofficial results put David Blair in second place by 80 votes

Elections officials to count remaining provisional ballots Sunday

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Here’s what you need to know about the rules for reviewing vote totals in local elections

The counts taking place over the next three days are expected to decide the Democratic county executive primary between Marc Elrich and David Blair

Kristin Mink shared a recording of the encounter with EPA chief on Facebook, racking up more than 300,000 views so far

The Republican county executive candidate stands to receive an initial influx of about $ 230,000 for his campaign

Purpose of trip was to support injured service members

In the past year, Post has worked to amplify student voices in MCPS and to U.S. lawmakers

Longtime Democratic County Council member has not yet switched her political party to unaffiliated on voter registration, according to county elections official

Plus: Heat wave continues

About 29 percent more voters cast ballots in the county primary compared to the 2014 gubernatorial election

The rate will increase to $ 12 or $ 12.25 per hour based on business size

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Marc Elrich leads David Blair by less than 500 votes, with potentially more than 10,000 ballots left to be counted

Three other council candidates enjoy smooth sailing in Tuesday’s vote

Friedson said he started the race ‘as the underdog’

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Two residential buildings could supply up to 364 dwelling units

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Teens were charged with crowding and obstructing outside House Speaker’s office on Capitol Hill

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Move comes after rare veto from county executive, which set off questions about charter authority

Montgomery County property owners will have to register and license their rental homes or rooms

Crews will work on resurfacing the bridge over Kensington Parkway

President Jim Shalleck said Thursday the board expects 30 percent of primary election votes will be cast early

Plan includes $ 77 million spending increase to keep up with enrollment, add programs

Some people are walking into Wisconsin Avenue to avoid closure at Marriott headquarters site

Plus: Metro running additional service for Capitals victory parade; three county executive forums this week

The property in the Rockville Town Center is currently a parking lot

The contractor Soltesz was fined by the county for releasing sediment from a pond into a nearby creek

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Plus: Sunshine and mild temperatures expected this week

Plus Lyttonsville Place Bridge to close in mid-June, street closures coming to downtown Silver Spring

It’s the first line-item veto in Montgomery County since 1993, according to the county executive

Community group ponders name change

Residents will see a reduction in their electric bills and receive a one-time credit

Two new early voting centers in Sandy Spring and Wheaton will be used this year

Staff members quickly deleted tweet, posted explanation

Her second, four-year term will begin mid-June

County Executive Leggett, who is trying to reform how contracts for stormwater capital projects are awarded, plans to veto the council’s decision to keep the current contracting system

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County Council uses funds to prevent housing development from stalling in areas with crowded classrooms

Highly contagious virus spreads through air

In letter, members wrote ballots should include all ‘eligible candidates’

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Also took initial vote on proposal to speed up development review process for Amazon or another large company

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County Council plans to realign funding to enable other groups to apply for immigrant legal aid money

Plus: County Council continues stormwater management work; two county executive candidate forums scheduled this week

Members expected to vote May 24 on final passage of operating budget that’s nearly $ 15 million higher than county executive’s proposal

MCDOT says mixed-use development could add parking space at the site

Property tax rate remains the same in fiscal 2019

Black Ankle Vineyards and Old Westminster Winery founders, who are opening new wineries in Clarksburg, welcomed the proposed changes

Move will enable more antennas to be installed in mixed-use, commercial and industrial zones

Program backed by MCPS, service providers could get up and running over the summer

Republican county executive candidate said he was unaware he had to meet the requirements 45 days before the June 26 primary election because he doesn’t have a primary opponent

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Divided members decide to keep method that environmental agency officials described as costly and inefficient for now, but do agree to reduce capital budget for stormwater projects

Plus: Bethesda summer concerts kickoff Thursday; county executive candidate forum Thursday

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If deal isn’t worked out, local officials fear it would be unclear who is responsible for managing the park

Move comes after Montgomery County forced a settlement agreement with the utility

Point-in-time survey found 840 homeless individuals on a night in January

Light at Arlington Road and Bethesda Avenue will stop cars in all directions for pedestrians

Officials will set up the lane on May 18 for Bike to Work Day

Council members want environmental department to use traditional contracting method, despite comments from county executive and environmental agency director who say it’s inefficient and costly

Move will mark the 15th straight year the agency has raised its water and sewer rates

Members also recommended just $ 1.6 million in cuts from County Executive Ike Leggett’s spending plan, significantly less than in previous years

County officials say measure would smooth Amazon’s arrival if company decides to move in

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Chair of Maryland Democratic Party contends governor’s actions were a ‘monumental failure of leadership’; state and local officials said they made every effort to keep company in Maryland

B.F. Saul representatives say development could draw more than 3,450 jobs to site

Rush, Davidson and Renaud win seats

No consensus emerged after more than two dozen people spoke about plan to provide $ 374,000 in taxpayer funds to a nonprofit so it can provide attorneys for immigrants facing deportation hearings

FoodStat is part of the county’s five-year plan to address nutritional needs

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Council President Hans Riemer expressed concern last week about the sustainability of the salary increases

The Montgomery County executive responded Friday to statistics presented in a Sage Policy Group report that suggested the local economy was struggling

Board of Education requests additional $ 3 million for secure entrances, cameras at elementary schools

Report commissioned by Empower Montgomery focuses on struggle to attract jobs, expand tax base

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The landmark policies are designed to improve the transit system and woo the tech giant to build in Montgomery County

Despite limited accumulation, the county spent approximately $ 15 million on storm cleanup this past winter

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The March 2 letter shows a new level of cooperation between the city and two states that are among the 20 places competing to land the company

Event at Imagination Stage will recognize advocacy, outstanding service

A move could enable the Bethesda nonprofit to expand partnership with public school system

Montgomery County teens organize letter-writing campaign, town hall events

Measure providing academic calendar flexibility also cleared legislature before end of session

Although the county was given the authority to license private store owners to sell liquor, the Department of Liquor Control director said there’s no timeline to do so

Planes to and from Reagan National Airport have been flying closer to Bethesda-area homes since 2015 and concerned homeowners say they have no way to stop the noise

MCPS releases final report on strengthening security throughout system

Del. Kramer poised to push additional protections for companion animals in next year’s session

Changes will result in savings of about $ 200 million over the next six years, but some have likened proposals to privatization

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New bill would allow up to nine large events per year at farms that double as breweries, cideries, distilleries or wineries

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Government-run stores in Rockville and Germantown will close this summer as part of modernization plan

Plus: School board to discuss naming new Richard Montgomery cluster elementary school; five public hearings on 2019 operating budget this week

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Change would expedite the traditional development review for county approval, but only for a very large company

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Over the next two months, county police officers will be pulling over drivers using cell phones

Council to consider bill allowing more small cell towers in downtown areas

Residents can weigh in on the proposed $ 5.56 billion fiscal 2019 budget at five afternoon and evening forums

Amid the #MeToo movement, there hasn’t been a significant change in reported incidents, officials say

Plus: Stroke Comeback Center opening in Rockville; AARP discounts at Strathmore

Proposal calls for 83,000-square-foot complex with housing, work space

Website offers users a look at the big picture and at details of individual projects

Spotted lanternfly has spread in Pennsylvania and scientists believe it could appear in Maryland soon

Plus: County energy summit Wednesday in Silver Spring; rain expected this week

Move will be the local legislative’s body latest effort to oppose a Trump proposal

Durso said the measure would help alleviate some scheduling challenges

Also plans to add new pedestrian signals on River Road near Walt Whitman High School

Local parent advocates welcome advance of proposal to create best practices for health and safety

Construction on $ 88 million building at Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus scheduled to begin late next year

County is participating in the April 5 test with 20 other D.C.-area jurisdictions

SHA will release renderings of proposed upgrades at site near Walt Whitman High School

One candidate oversees the county’s procurement department, another is guiding a massive Silver Spring development project; meanwhile others have stepped down from government positions to focus on their campaigns

County Council member explores regulating water at playgrounds, schools

County added more than 10,000 people last year

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Silver Spring teen said she’s made tens of thousands of stickers for March For Our Lives

Group wants to redirect county funds to a public-private partnership to better market the downtown area

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Student school board member Matt Post will deliver remarks at Saturday rally that’s expected to draw hundreds of thousands

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Montgomery County is on track to build the project before the Purple Line is scheduled to open in 2022, official says

Move would delay construction of North Bethesda-area road by one year and free up capital funds for school construction and other transportation projects

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Democratic senator says lawmakers are listening to young voices demand gun control

With few issue differences apparent, contenders resort to other ways to stand out in large field

Issue became divisive during forum as candidates staked positions on the county’s growth policy and its effect on local infrastructure

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Firefighters continue to dominate the upper echelons of government pay

Spending plan honors agreements with employee unions

Roughly 2,500 Montgomery County students flood D.C. for gun control demonstration

Plus: Rockville Chamber CEO resigns; Maryland adds nearly 13,000 jobs in January

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Sen. Susan Lee’s proposal also decreases maximum punishment for threatening adults

New bill calls for establishing program to eventually provide early childhood education and child care subsidies for low-income families

Students will observe 17 minutes of silence at White House in memory of Parkland victims

Several people in Montgomery County have received hundreds of thousands of email addresses from the county through public information requests

Plus: Snow possible Monday night

Bill will now head to County Council for consideration

Ike Leggett said the long-planned road is needed to support and promote development in the area

Governor was in Montgomery County Tuesday to meet with police leaders and discuss gang-related initiatives

Helga Luest said she believes Del. Jeff Waldstreicher encouraged her to enter the state Senate race to make it tougher for his challenger, Dana Beyer, to win

Gil Genn maintained he did not inappropriately touch Cheryl Kagan

The legislators suggest spending part of the $ 94 million budgeted on mass transit, bike and pedestrian projects

Sara Love said Barkley hugged and kissed her while she was a lobbyist for the American Civil Liberties Union

Project partners are still seeking funds for River Road Park

State released a study Wednesday that found the company would add $ 7.7 billion in wages to Maryland’s economy if second headquarters was built in Montgomery County

Former council member says he’s never seen anything like it in the county

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A competing proposal for a senior housing project will likely shift to a planned White Oak development

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Plus: Council likely to approve Ourisman deal; Board of Education to adopt budget, review capital plan

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Plus: Council supports brewery reform state bill; another District 18 candidate infuses campaign with personal loan

MCPS can’t protect students if they leave campus, Smith writes

More than $ 120 million in funds could be redirected to other transportation projects or for school construction

At least seven high schools were represented in the crowd at the U.S. Capitol

The move is needed due to Purple Line construction

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‘I really feel like all of our lives are threatened and it shouldn’t be like that because we’re children,’ a Montgomery Blair student said

But bill’s sponsor acknowledges prospects for passage this year in Annapolis remain ‘unclear’

Julie Verratti, gubernatorial candidate Alec Ross’s running mate, and her wife, Emily Bruno, ultimately supported the County Council’s effort to raise the wage, although Bruno initially testified it would cripple their brewery

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Melania Trump visited kids at The Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health

Request comes after the county’s fire chief sent a memo to employees warning them about vulgar and inappropriate comments

Half-dozen local legislators say they are undecided on bill, but no outright opposition expressed

Plus: Planning Board to review Ashburton Elementary expansion plans

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Avocet Tower will bring new level of design excellence to downtown area, planning director says

Local businesswoman said she’s focusing on other things

School system ranks near bottom statewide in time spent on elementary school physical education

State delegate filed a bill Wednesday that would allow voters to decide whether to legalize recreational cannabis use

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Lawsuit filed Tuesday likely to be combined with hundreds of others filed by jurisdictions across the country

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County executive, local business leaders and trail group support improvements offered by car dealership in order to keep garage expansion

Project will increase capacity to 770, but won’t eliminate crowding

Utility will continue to seek smaller hike in power rates

MCPS staff says $1.83 billion project plan would help them keep pace, but not catch up

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New program will award funding to children based on financial need

Plus: Leggett’s final budget forum; Ourisman Honda deal comes before County Council

Behind-the-scenes player says his ‘most important’ work focused on fiscal management

County firefighters say it could impact their annual fundraising for muscular dystrophy research

Plus: Hogan polls as second-most popular governor in country; Chevy Chase attorney jumps back into District 16 race to oppose Amazon incentive bill

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The move will reduce spending in the current budget by about $53.4 million-about $7 million less than what County Executive Ike Leggett had recommended

Bills would provide dedicated funding for transit system and tax incentives if tech giant chooses to locate in Montgomery County

Arts center will occupy former county police station on Sligo Avenue

Park Police conducting sharpshooting operations as part of management program

Plus: Purple Line construction meeting in Bethesda on Wednesday; Leggett to hold more public forums before proposing fiscal 2019 budget

More than 200 teachers and residents attended county executive’s first session on proposed fiscal 2019 spending in Silver Spring

Officials will not say whether they will evaluate historic African-American cemetery site

CEO and founder of the performing and visual arts center’s foundation built Strathmore into world class institution

Montgomery County executive is entering sensitive negotiations with Republican governor to try to lure Amazon to the county

Linda Lauer played continuing role in modernizing how council conducts business

Maryland governor is proposing legislation to create $ 5 billion-plus offer to attract company to Montgomery County

State transportation secretary says light-rail project on track to open later than expected in 2022

Hood College in Frederick hosts congressional forum

District 3 primary pits career businessman against progressive activist

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Blair reports second most cash on hand; Elrich not far behind

Developer proposes complex of up to 294 units near White Flint Metro station

Five of six candidates with war chests of $ 100,000 or more are using new system

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Bills being introduced in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia legislatures to approve agreement

Recommendation is county executive’s last before he steps down after this year’s election

Council members set to discuss plan to reduce school system spending by $25 million

MCPS staff says the measure could force buses to pull over at weigh stations, stop for roadside checks

Plus: Parks department begins speaker series Wednesday

Sears signed new lease with Westfield Montgomery mall at the last minute, company spokesman says

Money taking on a different role in local races

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Carol Rubin will fill vacancy created by retirement of Rose Krasnow, a county executive candidate

School board member Smondrowski to drop council bid, run for delegate slot in District 17

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Recruitment package touted area; specific economic enticements redacted in released documents

County Council has urged federal government to preserve program

Plus: Leggett to host first operating budget forum in Bethesda

Plus: More council candidates file for public financing; Miller formally files for congressional run; Trone rolls out plan to address opioid crisis

Bethesda Cares was trying to help him find housing

Reductions recommended throughout Montgomery County government

Most of the 70 apartment units for Main Street at 50 Monroe Place will be considered affordable

Move could give incumbent John McCarthy clear path to re-election to a fourth term

County executive will hold five sessions across county to kick off fiscal 2019 operating budget process

Second of two hearings on $2.59 billion spending proposal is set for Jan. 10

Across Maryland, about 11,000 people are certified to purchase the substance

Tax agency advises prepayment only deductible in 2017 if a person has already received a tax bill. Montgomery County’s tax bills won’t be posted until July 2018

Marriott headquarters groundbreaking, decision on WMAL project expected in the new year

Some waited more than 45 minutes to submit checks to treasury division in Rockville Wednesday

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Vote represents complete turnaround after early opposition

Announcement on Saturday comes after council previously rebuffed the idea

Recognizing the site as historic will protect it from development, church members say

Plus: Environmental groups announce local endorsements; Elrich nets CASA’s support; Leventhal receives Ph.D.

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Planning board approves changes to development proposal

Decision by Host Hotels & Resorts will keep 187 full-time jobs in Montgomery County

Council members said the proposal could create confusion

Launches ‘listening tour’ of Maryland; plans to make final decision on run by end of February

Robert Trone and others are hosting event

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School board will consider $2.59 billion budget proposal

Policy might result in lower payments for certain taxpayers before federal legislation takes effect

Detailed images show car dealer’s proposed improvements for structure next to Capital Crescent Trail

Education advocates worry county’s projected budget shortfall will affect classroom

Potomac resident would be second woman in the race

Plus: Hogan again rebuffs school board’s request for calendar wiggle room

Plus: Two potential District 16 delegate candidates out; Elrich, Leventhal tap public campaign fund for additional money; Trone supports Baker for governor

The eight candidates differed little on the few questions there was time for them to answer

New regulation prevents exotic animals from being used in performances

Public invited to comment on draft plan at Jan. 25 hearing

Design panel wonders about the future of the block south of Fairmont Avenue

Official described Montgomery County as “one of the best” for welcoming immigrants from her country

Projected revenue decline attributed to wealthy individuals paying significantly less in income taxes; future job cuts not ruled out

Case will focus on deceptive sales, marketing practices exacerbating addiction to painkillers

Developer is considering a 120-foot mixed-use project with housing, commercial space

Rockville facility is designed to prevent domestic violence between couples with separation orders

Planning department deputy director and former Rockville mayor said the term limits vote prompted her to run

Plus: County Council takes up animal performance bill; gubernatorial candidates expected to attend Committee for Montgomery breakfast

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Lobbyist for golf courses is former state senator who helped pass law that expanded tax exemption

Also: Featured guest no longer on invitation to Raskin party; Albornoz says he met public financing threshold in at-large council race; Rockville executive mulling U.S. Senate run

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Takoma Park legislator only Maryland Democrat to oppose House move to table proposal

County director says center will be “landmark achievement in Montgomery County”

Montgomery County legislators were among about 200 protesters arrested near U.S. Capitol in support of ‘Dreamers’

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Multi-million-dollar price tag expected to be reduced through easement agreement with state

Establishes goal of eliminating greenhouse gas emissions by 2035

Developer looks to begin construction next year

Purple Line Transit Partners has cleared swaths near Jones Mill Road and Connecticut Avenue

Nancy Navarro becomes vice president

Potomac Holistics sells out of some products, RISE Bethesda reports a couple hundred customers

The operating budget is short nearly $120 million

Plus: County Council to select new officers; Planning Board vote on bicycle plan

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Lisa Feldt had led agency since early 2015

MCPS, county, KID Museum collaborate on Invent the Future Challenge

Project could generate $1.7 million for Bethesda parks fund

Veteran Michigan legislator is facing sexual harassment allegations

Plus: County GOP committee treasurer resigns 24 hours after taking office; Republican attorney Harvey Jacobs plans District 15 delegate run

Several representatives rebuked county’s Health and Human Services Director over issue

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Project would redevelop site of closed Ourisman Ford dealership

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Council on Tuesday deferred taking positions on two Montgomery County-specific proposals

Owners say Fenton Street store could begin selling product in coming week

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Agreement with state, sale of development rights could cut $8.5 million price in half

Partners pledge economic vitality along rail line

Area police make 62 DUI arrests in 10-day period

Legislation would be needed for Fox 5’s move to Bethesda

Plus: Local leaders to sign Purple Line development agreement; Richard Montgomery elementary school boundary discussion Monday evening

Democratic Committee treasurer is 29th contender to file or declare candidacy in primary

List shows candidates who have filed or publicly announced they are running

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Plus: Mild fall weather predicted for holiday weekend

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Candidates also running jointly in other districts in Montgomery County

Pete Rahn said American Legion Bridge will be improved, expects proposals from private companies in two years

Two proposals would decrease average residential customer’s bill; one would be a slight increase

But deer advocate pledges to continue fighting for animals

Contenders discuss economic development, transportation

Delegate from Montgomery County plans to introduce bill during 2018 session

State, local Democrats gather at Silver Spring gala to fete trailblazing legislator

Project partners plan to beautify, add seating at two-acre site

Bill would increase percentage of affordable units required where high schools have low poverty rates

Leggett calls for additional education funding; environment supporters press for more renewable energy

Sesame Enable’s smartphone can be operated through head movements

County Executive Ike Leggett signed the $15-per-hour minimum wage bill Monday

Plus: Mild temperatures expected this week

Demonstrators continue pressing county to protect, memorialize historic graveyard

Officials say limiting mortgage interest deduction, eliminating the state and local tax deduction would have significant impact

County Council will now consider the $8.5 million acquisition

Former congressional aspirant is among five contenders taking aim at two open seats

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Honorees recognized at ceremony in Bethesda on Monday

Commission would review board compensation every four years

When employees can expect wage increases, how the bill gained support and political implications

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City spokeswoman says officials will put out word about any scheduled closures

Previously divided council compromised on timeline

Planning board will review proposal to purchase 0.4 acres for $8.5 million

Number has increased from three in 2014 to 29 in 2016, police tell County Council

Plus: Purple Line meeting in Silver Spring; Planning Board to review Bethesda park proposal

If elected, she would be first woman to occupy post since it was created 50 years ago

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Bethesda church wants historic African-American cemetery location memorialized

Plus: Advocacy group puts pressure on council members ahead of minimum wage vote; MoCo Dem Committee treasurer eyes at-large council race

President Trump picks Jerome Powell to replace Janet Yellen

County exec contenders Elrich and Leventhal are beneficiaries, as are five council aspirants

Del. David Moon wants to change law allowing reduced assessments for Montgomery County private golf clubs

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Two-year action plan includes 41-item checklist aimed at improving road safety

Decision affirms circuit court’s ruling against Bethesda resident

Measure could block project to build banquet hall near Old Angler’s Inn in Potomac

Change in flight paths led to thousands of noise complaints in Maryland, including Montgomery County

County Executive Leggett said the recognition affirms his approach to managing county’s finances

Contest will mark incumbent’s first primary challenge since he won post in 2006

Legislation will allow hotel pools to operate without a lifeguard during the week

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Local store owner says move may put small beer and wine stores out of business

Nominating Commission narrows field from 15 to 10

Plus: Bethesda bike infrastructure meeting Wednesday; county Republicans host Gov. Hogan Thursday in Rockville

Proposal could help fund early-childhood education programs

Council member cites estimate that 266,000 households in county use the deduction

Proposal to deal with scheduling crunch preserves time off for Jewish holidays, includes two full teacher planning days

State’s alcohol regulator warned that suppliers were giving Montgomery County department unfair discounts

Western Grove Urban Park will be county’s first park with Wi-Fi

County executive, university representatives begin pushing state to support new programs

Race marks her second try for seat, after challenge to Sen. Madaleno four years ago

Plus: Community meeting on small cell tower antennas Monday; Nice fall week predicted

Plus: Montgomery College seeks candidates for trustees board; council candidate to hold schools forum

Average customer’s bill will rise about $4 per month immediately

Officials say project is a way to reinvent struggling office complex

Council puts off making decisions until it has more answers

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Suit faulted city for barring self-storage sites near public schools

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Some preservation advocates say proposal doesn’t do enough to safeguard cemeteries

Controversial clinic opens office on Old Georgetown Road this week

Legislation was introduced amid controversy over plans for events venue in Potomac

Frick said council members running for higher office have failed to solve county’s challenges

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Miller, relying on donations from fellow Indian-Americans, has $525K in bank in District 6 race

Other local jurisdictions have announced sites they’re pitching

County Council wants to hold more naturalization ceremonies

Montgomery County wants to hear from Secretary Pete Rahn on proposal to widen I-270, I-495

One-third of early donors live in Bethesda, Chevy Chase and surrounding area, report shows

Plus: Planning Board to review redevelopment proposal for Downtown Silver Spring building; business pitch bus comes to Montgomery County

Joins with D.C. man on two trips this month to aid remote areas

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Authors previously admitted that error in calculations overestimated potential job losses

Council approves legislation increasing height cap for certain projects

Maryland Public Service Commission reviewing request for multi-billion-dollar purchase by AltaGas

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Montgomery students could lose spring break days, Jewish holidays to scheduling crunch

Council approved two measures Tuesday to regulate and legalize emerging home-rental industry

Projected shortages could complicate parking lot-to-parks plan

Funeral services to be held Saturday in Potomac for former legislator and state official

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Metro, developer schedule special events, musical performances in October

Bill’s sponsor said it could be switched back to faster timeline when it comes before full council

Plus: Planning Board to review local retail market study

Plus: Kagan will not run for county executive; at-large council candidate releases video promising not to raise taxes

Business owner is waiting for first batch of cannabis products to arrive

Park system conducts organized hunts to combat deer overpopulation

Plans ‘formal announcement’ in next month; would join four other Democratic contenders

County has not said what it would get from a developer in return for giving up land

Brenda Wolff, a retired federal education official, running for his spot

‘The United Shapes of America’ explores the history behind partisan gerrymandering

Developer envisions ground-level retail with housing or offices on upper floors

Riders can find and unlock bikes using smartphone app