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MCPD celebrates 100 years; Organize Community Day on May 14
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) will host Community Day, a family-friendly event to celebrate the department's 100th anniversary on Saturday, May 14.
Before having a police…
Kingdom Fellowship Opens New Community Care Center – Meeting Human Needs in Prince George,…
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO DC News Editor
"Thy kingdom come" is a colloquialism that will soon take on a whole new meaning in the upper northwest corner of Prince George's County.
Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Chris Van…
How family ties and work at Montgomery Co. shape the goals of Frederick County’s new…
Cheryl Dyson looks to family values and the Montgomery County experience as she prepares to lead Frederick County Public Schools.
After a 15-year-old student was shot and injured in a…
Montgomery County market remains strong for home sales
Real estate continues to be a hot topic in Montgomery County and throughout the region, from record valuations to continued record sales despite rising interest rates.According to the Houston Association of Realtors, despite new listings…
UPDATE: 2 MPs hospitalized after saving children from house fire
Update, 5:45 p.m.: Two Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputies were hospitalized after saving two children from a house fire, according to a press release from MCSO spokesman Lt. Mark Wojnarek.
After arriving at the scene…
It’s ‘playing ball’ for Montgomery County’s Creed Fields | Local News
SHAWSVILLE — Giving the newest park in eastern Montgomery County another name might have been almost unacceptable.Creed Fields Park is named for former County Supervisor Gary Creed, who represented a district that spans the…
Kathleen Kane locked up in Montgomery County
A judge issued a warrant for her arrest earlier this week after drunk driving charges earlier this year.
SCRANTON, Pa. — Disgraced former Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane has been jailed in Montgomery County…
20 Montgomery County students get National Merit Scholarships
20 Montgomery County students earned company-sponsored National Merit Scholarships in the latest round of awards for the Class of 2022.
Approximately 1,000 high school students have won…
Two projects get $3.1 million in state funding – Daily Local
ROYERSFORD — Two projects in Senate District 44 have received $3.1 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funding.
Resources for Human Development received a $2.5 million RACP grant to build a new facility to house the…
Tornado warning for eastern Montgomery County until 5:15 p.m. | Breaking time
The Omaha National Weather Service released a* Tornado warning for...Eastern Montgomery County in…
Berks and Montgomery commissioners vote to form passenger rail authority
A proposed plan to restore passenger rail service between Reading and Philadelphia took a big step forward, with Berks and Montgomery counties approving the creation of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority.
Both counties voted on…
Google to invest $25 million in Montgomery County data center in 2022
Google executives announced this week that they will invest $25 million in their company's Montgomery County data center this year.Specific details on how the funding will be distributed were not available, but the announcement was part of…
Montgomery County agrees to delay New Hanover bridge project after protests
NEW HANOVER — A concerted effort by township and state officials, as well as residents, appears to have convinced Montgomery County to delay the start of the Swamp Pike Bridge replacement project by three months.
Township Manager Jamie…
5 things to know today, April 14, in Montgomery County
It's Thursday, April 14, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
1. County State: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will deliver his 2022 “State of the County” address at noon at the Silver…
$5,000 reward offered to suspect in murder of pregnant woman near KOP mall – NBC10…
A woman shot dead at a gas station near the King of Prussia mall over the weekend was pregnant when she was killed, the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office said.
Rafiq Thompson, 38, of Philadelphia, allegedly…
Woman killed at Upper Merion; arrest warrant issued for Philadelphia man
NORRISTOWN — Authorities are looking for a Philadelphia man in connection with the shooting death of a woman at an Upper Merion gas station.
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Upper Merion Police Chief Thomas Nolan…
Two convicted of serial theft in Montgomery County and Philadelphia
NORRISTOWN — Two Philadelphia men have been convicted of participating, individually or together, in a series of armed robberies at commercial establishments in Cheltenham, Springfield and Philadelphia and are now awaiting their fate from a…
Montgomery County organization offers resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
NORRISTOWN – The Montgomery County, Inc. Victim Services Center will begin programming recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month with a conversation.
The first of several virtual talks will take place Friday at 12:30 p.m. with the…
Bucks County reported 207 additional cases of COVID-19 this week
Some parts of the country are starting to see spikes in COVID-19 thanks to the BA.2 variant, but Pennsylvania continues to see a drop in new cases.Statewide, significantly fewer coronavirus cases were reported in the week ending Sunday,…
South Callaway Bulldogs shut out 4-0 by Abercrombie, Montgomery County
South Callaway baseball has lost three consecutive games, but did so against tough arms.The most recent was Montgomery County's Evan Abercrombie, who shut out the Bulldogs 4-0 in seven innings while striking out nine and!--This>…
Fire in Damascus near charging electric car causes $350,000 in damage
A fire in Damascus broke out on Thursday afternoon near an electric car that was charging in a garage.
A fire in Damascus, Maryland on Thursday afternoon that started with an electric car…
5 things to know today, March 30, in Montgomery County
It's Wednesday, March 30, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
1. Weekly briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich and health officials will hold their news briefing at 12:30 p.m. Residents can watch…
Caney Creek junior crowned Montgomery County Fair Queen
After being crowned queen of the 2022 Montgomery County Fair in a packed arena on Saturday night, on Sunday morning Cali LaCaze and her court were back at the fair, already performing their first royalty duties.LaCaze, a junior from Caney…
Reviews | Montgomery County Problems Can Be Solved
County Executive Marc Elrich (D), despite his impassioned rhetoric, has repeatedly failed to address the challenges facing Montgomery County. We grapple with a housing crisis, our local response to global climate change, and the ongoing…
Montgomery County sheriff investigates shooting in the woods
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By Montgomery County Sheriff's Office | March 23, 2022
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Former Montgomery County school superintendent’s canceled contract reveals how much he was…
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WFXR) - The Montgomery County School Board has yet to reveal why it fired former superintendent Dr. Mark Miear.
Dr. Miear has worked at Montgomery County Public School for six years.
Last year, the school…
Private fundraising first defeats the purpose of public funding candidates
As a longtime resident and taxpayer of Montgomery County, I am writing to express my concern over statements by county executive candidate Tom Hucker…
Student resource officer debate heats up in Montgomery County
School Resource Officer Debate The debate continues over student resource officers in Montgomery County public schools. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Maryland - The debate continues over Student Resource Officers (SROs) in Montgomery County…
Fultonville man allegedly held woman at knifepoint
FONDA, NY (NEWS10) - A Fultonville man has been charged after he allegedly held a woman at knifepoint. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said Lawrence Chest, 38, was arrested on March 11.
SPR: Man…
Community forum held in Montgomery on heir property, scourge of the neighborhood
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Some houses in the capital are collapsing.“You drive on the west side, north of Montgomery, and all the things you often see — closed, abandoned homes,” said Montgomery County District 4 Commissioner Isaiah…
Most area health departments are refusing money for $100 vaccine gift cards
Butler, Clark and Miami counties are tapping into those funds for $56,300 for 563 cards combined."I think the gift cards were effective and provided opportunities to start conversations that led to some educational moments," Butler County…
15 Montgomery County companies named finalists for industry awards
The Maryland Tech Council has named 15 Montgomery County companies as finalists for the 2022 Industry Awards.
The awards recognize companies and individuals who have made an impact in…
Historical marker placed in Montgomery County Cemetery
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Alabama (WSFA) – Montgomery County unveiled a new historical marker this weekend that honors select veterans of World War I, World War II and the Vietnam War.The marker was unveiled Sunday at Union Benevolent Cemetery,…
Coverage of WDVM’s Montgomery County Boys’ Basketball State Quarterfinals | WDVM25 and…
NOVA High School Basketball Final Results
4 hours ago…
Port Authority of Dayton-Montgomery County Sums Up Successful Year Despite Pandemic
When the Port Authority of Ohio was established nearly 60 years ago, it focused on maritime commerce. Today, they have become engines of economic development for more than 60 cities, counties and…
Texas Primary Live: Election Updates
The gauntlet of midterm elections, with bitter and costly primaries that will determine control of Congress and governors' offices, began Tuesday in Texas.Compared to the frequency of presidential primaries, the midterm calendar is much…
5 things to know today, February 28, in Montgomery County
Today is Monday, February 28, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
1. Board press briefing: Council Chairman Gabe Albornoz will hold a press briefing today at 11.45 a.m. provide updates on public…
Montgomery County Animal Resource Center will offer free vaccine to dogs
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – March is National Pet Vaccination Month, and in honor of that, the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center is teaming up with Petco Love to offer pet owners and their furry friends free vaccinations.
The…
WINTER WEATHER UPDATES: Missouri State Highway Patrol work accident on I-70 in Montgomery County
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The Missouri State Highway Patrol is working on an accident on Interstate 70 westbound in Montgomery County.
Troopers posted on…
Students rally in Annapolis for composting bill
The program diverted five tonnes of food waste from a single school from landfills over a twelve-month period.
CLARKSBURG, Md. — Spring came early for some Maryland state leaders in Annapolis last Friday as students…
Mulch fire forces closures in Montgomery County
Dylan McGuinness, STAFF EDITORFebruary 20, 2022Updated: February 20, 2022 8:22 p.m.
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2 men arrested in kidnapping, assault of woman in Montgomery – NBC4 Washington
Two 22-year-old men were charged with kidnapping and beating a woman earlier this month in Montgomery County, Maryland, police said.
The victim knew the attackers, identified as Javier Antonio Ortiz and Edwin Manuel Reyes, of…
Motorcyclist allegedly destroyed bike trying to evade Montgomery County deputies
Montgomery County Pct. 4 The Constable's office provided this photo of a man who allegedly fled from authorities after fleeing on a motorbike.
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Montgomery County Council member racially slurred by Zoom hecklers
Montgomery County Council member racially slurred in online forum A Montgomery County Council member said he was the victim of several racial slurs and messages during a recent online forum with county council candidates. Fox 5's…
Montgomery County needs an executive who can tackle big problems
When Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich took office in 2018, he promised a new era of progressive leadership. He hasn't arrived, and his…
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School safety tops parents’ concerns ahead of Montgomery County School Board
Last month's shooting at a Maryland high school prompted a number of comments from parents and a young student, who testified before the Montgomery County School Board on Tuesday.
Last…
Team Scott takes honors at the 2022 Montgomery County Historic Road Rally
After an afternoon of racing around Magnolia and searching for clues related to Magnolia's history, Team Scott took top honors at the 9th Annual Montgomery County Historical Commission's Historic Road Rally.Each year, the Montgomery County…
Candidates file for GOP primary to face incumbent Rice
Bowers ran for mayor of Dayton last fall, aiming to replace outgoing mayor Nan Whaley, but lost to Jeff Mims. Bowers was a 30-year veteran of the Dayton Fire Department who retired as district chief.Wortham unsuccessfully applied to the…
Pintos survive Montgomery County, finish second to Hermann
Last week, the California Pintos hit the road to compete in their third tournament of the season at the Hermann Invitational.
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Bells for Abigail: Devarjaye achieves her goal!
CONROE – A big event in Conroe on Monday pushed Devarjaye Daniel well past the 100 mark.Twenty-five agencies took part in a swearing-in ceremony that now gives the 10-year-old cancer fighter a total of 112.Here is the full list of agencies…
As the gates open at the Trump rally in Conroe, the line of waiting cars stretches for a mile
Politics // Texas politicsEdward McKinley, Austin officeJanuary 29, 2022Updated: January 29, 2022 4:58 p.m.
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More elected officials concerned about Montgomery County budget
CONROE — During the 2022 County Judges Election Cycle, candidate Sara Countryman attempted to explain the current state of Montgomery County's "poor finances."
Holder Mark Keough insisted he was being 'slandered', calling Countryman's…
The Richmond Observer – Montgomery County felon charged with having shotgun in Norman
NORMAN — A convicted Montgomery County felon currently on probation is in the Richmond County Jail after allegedly walking down the road while waving a gun.
Deputies from the Richmond County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to…
Incumbent Mark Keough leads fundraiser in Montgomery County judges race by end of 2021
Incumbent Mark Keough led his two opponents in raising money for the race for county judges, according to campaign finance reports due Jan. 18. (Jishnu Nair/Community Impact Newspaper)
Heading into the March 1 Republican primary for…
Free N95 Masks Distributed at Montgomery County Libraries | WDVM25 and DCW50
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) – Last week, Montgomery County began distributing rapid tests to libraries and on Friday also began distributing N95 masks to the community.
County Executive March Elrich said the county plans to…
Accused in torture case charged in Montgomery County – The Daily Gazette
Nicole K. Elmore, 35, who allegedly helped kidnap and torture a woman in Fulton County during the first week of the new year, has now been charged in Montgomery County for alleged abuse that occurred during the same period in a motel in…
Montco COVID numbers trend lower, hospitalizations peak
Dr. Kisha Martin, president of emergency medicine at Redeemer Health, said many patients there are very sick, but some people come to the emergency room with no symptoms, just for a COVID test.
"When that happens, it…
Court Documents – NBC4 Washington
A man accused of hitting and killing his wife with his SUV outside a bank in Montgomery County, Maryland, told police on Friday that he and his wife of 40 years were having financial trouble with a wine store and of beer they…
Bama Lanes shoots suspicious links out of jail again
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The suspect in the shooting that left one dead and six others injured at Bama Lanes in Montgomery has been released on bail for a second time, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has confirmed.Tory Johnson, 23,…
Montgomery County Issues ‘Code Blue’ Cold Weather Statement Through Monday | southeast…
NORRISTOWN, Pa. — The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners, on the advice of the Montgomery County…
Montgomery County Maryland proof of COVID-19 vaccine
There are still several factors that the board must take into account in order to enforce the vaccination passports.
ROCKVILLE, Maryland - Montgomery County leaders may soon introduce a vaccination mandate that…
Montgomery Co. considers COVID vaccine a ‘passport’
According to the proposal, anyone entering a restaurant, bar, theater or fitness center, for example, would have to provide proof of COVID vaccination. But that wouldn't apply to places of worship, grocery stores, and big box stores.…
Montgomery RB Washington is Montgomery County Football Player of the Year
FOOTBALL IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
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PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Jalen Washington, Sr., RB, Montgomery
District 10-5A MVP - 2,281 rushing yards, 31 TD; 110 receiving yards, 1 TD
OFFENSIVE MVP: Mabrey Mettauer, Soph., QB, The Woodlands…
Bucks, Montgomery Counties See Increased Demand for COVID Vaccine
Officials in Bucks County and Montgomery have seen increasing demand for the COVID-19 vaccine at their free clinics as positive cases in the region continue to climb downwind of the fast-spreading omicron variant.Bucks County spokesman…
🌱 Conroe named fastest growing city in Houston area by U-Haul
Hello people from Conroe-Montgomery County! It's me again, Jeffrey Perkins, your host at Conroe-Montgomery County Daily. First of all, the weather forecast for the day: Quite sunny. High: 72. Low: 48. Here are the best stories in…
Montgomery Co.’s ambulance service could be disrupted by crowded emergencies
"If nothing is done and we let the ambulances stay in the hospital for six hours, the next 9-1-1 call could possibly wait for an ambulance to come from further away," Kaufman said.
While…
WEATHER ALERT: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Montgomery, Robertson counties
Update, 11:12 a.m .: A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for northern Montgomery County and northwestern Robertson County until 11:45 a.m.
At 11:10 a.m., a severe thunderstorm occurred 10 miles west of Clarksville, moving…
Montgomery County hits three-decade high for homicides
Montgomery County has recorded 35 homicides this year, according to Montgomery County police - more than a single year in more than three decades.…
🌱 3 Rescued from I-45 crash by the Woodlands Fire Department
Morning, Conroe-Montgomery County! Let's start this Wednesday with everything you need to know in Conroe-Montgomery County today. First of all, the weather forecast for the day: Very hot. High: 80. Low: 63. Here are the best stories…
How two detectives followed the trail of York County’s missing artifacts
An artifact thief has targeted Pennsylvania museums for valuable, centuries-old firearms.And for almost 50 years it was not taken."These objects were on display in these different museums, and they were carried away and hidden for…
DA requests to hire additional prosecutor in light of “unprecedented homicide rate” |…
On December 21, the Montgomery County Commission heard from District Attorney Daryl Bailey who spoke about…
Montgomery County suspends new jail, claims funding shortfall
County officials noted that a new prison was in line with the recommendations of the justice committee made up of local residents and formed in 2017 to make the prison a safer and more secure environment, promote positive inmate behavior…
Man convicted of Montgomery Co.’s “execution-style” double murder
A West Virginia man was convicted of murder in the "execution style" murders of two people who were found shot in the back of the neck in Burtonsville, Maryland, in 2018.
A West Virginia man…
TikToker trades hairpin for a house in Montgomery County
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) - A TikTok project ended with a California woman effectively swapping a hairpin for a house in Montgomery County.
Demi Skipper, @trademeproject TikTok has over 5 million subscribers who have…
Whitpain first residing in Montgomery County with the Omicron variant
The Montgomery County Public Health Unit today announced that a Whitpain Township resident in his 20s is the first person detected with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 in Montgomery County .Right now, the county is asking residents to…
5 things to know today, December 16, in Montgomery County
It's Thursday, December 16, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
1. Annual legislative breakfast for minorities: The 21st Annual Minority Legislative Breakfast focuses…
Rockville is home to a new global pandemic prevention center
Connected DMV has launched a new global pandemic prevention and biodefense center at the US Pharmacopoeia offices on Twinbrook Parkway, according to a Rockville Economic Development, Inc.…
Montgomery Co. Libraries to Expand Hours of Operation in January
Life for readers in Montgomery County, Maryland, who prefer hard copies of books has just gotten a little easier - a press release says public libraries in the county are expanding their hours of operation starting in January.…
Judge removes custody of boy from Montgomery County Children’s Services
"I share your concern about several of the decisions regarding the placement of the child ... in Highland County," Heck wrote to the Highland County District Attorney in a letter obtained by the Dayton Daily News.To exploreReforms created…
Wes Moore chooses Aruna Miller as gubernatorial running mate
Gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore, left, picked former Del. Aruna Miller, right, as running mate.…
Clarksburg waitress having seizure rescued by Montgomery County officer on leave – CBS…
CLARKSBURG, Maryland (WJZ) - A Montgomery County Deputy Police Chief was in the right place at the right time when a waitress at a restaurant in Clarksburg had a seizure.Marc Yamada was on leave, having dinner late with his family in…
Rent relief should not depend on postal code. Do you hear that, Montgomery County?
When the federal moratorium on evictions ended in August, many needed help. In Texas, more than 300,000 people face deportation in the next two months, according to a Census office investigation.To keep these people and others in their…
East Montgomery County Improvement District completes renovations to newly renamed Atrium Center
The Atrium Center, the latest facility to debut in the rapidly growing New Caney neighborhood, has a newly renovated venue to host corporate meetings and training sessions, as well as weddings, discounts diplomas and other festive…
Changes add three days of early publication and a system-wide shutdown during winter break
At its December 2 business meeting, the Montgomery County School Board approved an amended school calendar for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year.
MCPS recognizes that teacher planning time is essential for preparing…
5 things to know today, December 1, in Montgomery County
It's Wednesday, December 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
1. World AIDS Day: Today is World AIDS Day and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Montgomery County will be hosting a…
Montgomery County Prepares For Vaccine, Testing Warrant | Government and Politics
County employment - including schools and municipal governments in Christiansburg and Blacksburg - is over 4,000.McMahon told supervisors that employers were initially required to put a policy in place by December 6 and start adopting…
Vaccination clinic at Lakeforest Mall in Gaithersburg: no staff
The location was supposed to be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
GAITHERSBURG, Maryland - People who showed up to receive their COVID-19 vaccine at one of Montgomery County's COVID-19 clinics on Saturday morning were…
A 10-year-old missing after a vehicle theft in Montgomery Co.
Montgomery County Police search a 10-year-old from Hyattsville, Md., After the vehicle she was in was stolen
Lorrelys Imelda Bonitez was waiting inside his parents' gray 2013 Honda Pilot…
Must-see Christmas events fill the Clarksville calendar
Christmas is in the air in Clarksville.Get into the holiday spirit with several events and activities now throughout the rest of the year.Outdoor events like ice skating will have you bundled up, while Christmas movie screenings of…