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The Montgomery Brief is an independent local digital newsroom launched in August 2026 by co-founders Aline Barros and Cristina Caicedo Smit. We are dedicated to delivering impactful local news, highlighting immigrant voices, and sharing essential stories, community events, and neighborhood spotlights from across Montgomery County, Maryland.

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