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County Council approves bill to crack down on illegal street takeovers
County officials said the incidents have increased in Montgomery County, posing safety risks to residents, bystanders and law enforcement officers.
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The MoCo Weekend Brief: your weekend event guide
Welcome to The MoCo Weekend Brief, your community weekend guide from The Montgomery Brief. Your curated roundup of community festivals, live entertainment, and family activities across Montgomery County: Festivals & Community Events * Poolesville’s Annual RocktoberFest * When: Saturday, Oct. 17 | 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. * Where: Whalen Commons,
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County program helps families facing food insecurity, delivering $1.3 million in groceries
More than 600 Montgomery County families with children who are struggling to afford food have received help through MC Groceries, a program that has provided more than $1.3 million in grocery benefits since launching in early 2024, county officials said.
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Montgomery County winter recreation registration opens Nov. 17
Montgomery County Recreation is expected to open registration for its 2026–27 winter programs, classes, and activities on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
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Commission for Women urges screening, support during breast cancer, domestic violence awareness months
The Montgomery County Commission for Women is encouraging residents to take part in two awareness observances this October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In its statement, the commission noted the disease’s effects reach beyond the physical, often affecting emotional well-being, families and daily life.
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Montgomery County partners with 10 local centers to expand early Head Start
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) partnered with 10 community-based, licensed child care providers to add 75 Early Head Start seats across the county.
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Have a bike you no longer use? Consider donating it this month.
Volunteers with Rockville Bike Hub will refurbish donated bikes before they are distributed to children and adults through the county’s Bike Match program and Rockville’s Terrific Kids program.
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Residents invited to weigh in on Montgomery County services in 2026 survey
The survey is open to residents 18 and older through 11:59 p.m. Oct. 19.
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Trash, rezoning, and environmental protection: What’s on the county's agenda for Tuesday?
The Montgomery County Council meets Tuesday for a full agenda featuring long-term decisions on trash disposal, final votes on a corridor rezoning plan and an evening town hall for local youth.
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Registration opens Monday for Montgomery County winter youth basketball
Registration for Montgomery County Recreation’s winter youth basketball leagues and skills clinics opened Monday. The winter program is open for youth from kindergarten through 12th grade, focusing on basketball fundamentals alongside skills such as teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. "Youth basketball is a great way for young people to
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In Brief: Your Montgomery County weekly wrap-up!
Party like it's 1776! The Montgomery County Council held a special commemoration on Tuesday marking the 250th anniversary of Montgomery County (1776–2026) in tandem with the national Semiquincentennial. MCPS officially initiated a multi-year assessment to analyze school utilization, capacity, and declining enrollment. The district will hold
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Malls to bar unaccompanied teens starting Monday, after violent incidents
Two of Montgomery County, Maryland’s largest shopping malls will bar teenagers from entering without an adult starting next week, following a string of violent incidents that included a shooting inside one mall. Beginning Sept. 28, anyone under 18 visiting Westfield Montgomery or Westfield Wheaton must be accompanied by a