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Commentary: Dumping trash in Virginia or Pennsylvania is not the answer for Montgomery County

Closing Montgomery County's resource recovery facility and sending county trash to an out-of-state landfill may seem attractive, write Kit Gage, Virginia Thomson and Dani Wilches Venegasclos, but it has higher costs, health and environmental justice impacts.

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Thomas S. Wootton High School closure, equity, infrastructure concerns

The Montgomery County Board of Education voted 7-1 on March 26, 2026, to permanently close Thomas S. Wootton High School and relocate students to other schools, according to a timeline by Save Wootton, a community coalition dedicated to keeping the school open. While the decision aims to address infrastructure issues, it also raises equity and building capacity concerns.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d
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Montgomery County Landlord-Tenant Complaints Reached a Record 1,121 in 2025, County Records Show

Landlord-tenant complaints in Montgomery County rose to 1,121 in 2025, the highest annual total in county records dating to 2008, led by security deposit disputes. The post Montgomery County Landlord-Tenant Complaints Reached a Record 1,121 in 2025, County Records Show appeared first on TANTV .

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Takoma Park Free Clinic Served 467 Patients Over Two Days

A free clinic organized by Remote Area Medical (RAM) at Takoma Academy treated 467 patients on October 17 and 18; most received dental and/or medical care, KFF Health News reported. RAM’s event listing said care was free and available without identification, insurance, or proof of income. The clinic had...

Takoma Park, MD · 1d
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Ride On Bus Honoring Veterans to Travel Throughout Montgomery County

Montgomery County officials unveiled a specially designed Ride On bus on Friday, November 6, as part of Operation Green Light, a nationwide initiative recognizing veterans and raising awareness of available support services. County Executive Marc Elrich, County Council President Natali Fani-González, members of the County Council, Montgomery County Department of...

Montgomery County, MD · 23h

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Cabin John Village Prepares for a Juicy New Arrival

A DMV concept committed to offering customers healthier options will be ready in time to help Cabin John Village residents get a jump on their New Year’s resolutions. Puree Juice Bar plans to be open and welcoming guests to its new store in the area before the end of 2026, reports Bethesda Magazine.

Potomac, MD · 1d

DC News Now

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DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival to bring sweet treats to Maryland

Coffee lovers and chocolate fans can sample and shop from roasters, chocolate makers, and specialty food vendors when the DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival comes to Montgomery County this weekend.

Boyds, MD · 3d

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Rockville Becomes Montgomery County's First Bird City Maryland Community

Rockville has become Montgomery County's first Bird City, earning statewide recognition for its efforts to protect bird habitat, reduce threats to birds and expand nature education in the community. The Mayor and Council are scheduled to formally accept the designation at their Dec. 7 meeting. The city announced the milestone...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Gaithersburg Proposes New Building Codes, Including a Test for Homeowners Seeking Electrical Permits

Gaithersburg introduced new building and electrical codes on Nov. 2, including a basic knowledge test for homeowners who want electrical permits. The post Gaithersburg Proposes New Building Codes, Including a Test for Homeowners Seeking Electrical Permits appeared first on TANTV .

Gaithersburg, MD · 1d

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J.Crew Factory Sets Opening Date For Gaithersburg Store

J.Crew Factory is set to open its newest Montgomery County location on Thursday, November 12, at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg. An employee at the store confirmed the opening date on Wednesday evening. The new store is located at 20 Grand Corner Ave., Suite A, in the space formerly occupied by FineWine.com, which closed earlier this year.

Gaithersburg, MD · 2d

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Marc Elrich, Headed Back to the County Council, Wants to ‘Get Our Tax Base Right’

Marc Elrich, Montgomery County’s outgoing County Executive, won one of the four at-large seats on the County Council with 22.91% of the at-large vote, according to unofficial results. Voters could choose up to four candidates. Moderately MOCO talked with Elrich on election night about why he’s going back to the Council and what he wants to fix first.

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Gaithersburg to Test Stop Sign Cameras Near Schools Nov. 9-23 With No Tickets

Gaithersburg will test stop sign cameras near schools Nov. 9 to 23 for data only, with no warnings or citations, under a new state pilot law. The post Gaithersburg to Test Stop Sign Cameras Near Schools Nov. 9-23 With No Tickets appeared first on TANTV .

Gaithersburg, MD · 2d

DC News Now

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Annual Toys for Tots drive begins in Montgomery County

Local donations are just now underway for Montgomery County's annual Toys for Tots drive, a month later than planned.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Scott Goldberg, Elected to the County Council, Talks Housing, Jobs and Schools

Scott Evan Goldberg, a Democrat, won one of the four at-large seats on the Montgomery County Council, according to unofficial results. Moderately MOCO talked with Goldberg on election night, before any results had come in, about what he wants to do on the Council. The interview is also on Facebook...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Montgomery County State Park Among Six Public Land Projects Highlighted by Maryland DNR

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Thursday, November 5, that it has made progress on six new or expanded public land projects across the state, including a new state park in Montgomery County. According to DNR Secretary Josh Kurtz, the projects are part of an effort to expand...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

Maryland Matters

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Commentary: Landfilling isn’t ideal, but it’s better than waste incineration for Montgomery

The choice Montgomery County faces, between shipping its trash to a landfill or burning it, is not an easy one, writes Jerry Kickenson, but shuttering the incinerator in favor of hauling trash at least provides incentives for a better future in the long run.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Sheetz to Offer Free Food and Car Washes to Veterans

Sheetz has announced that it will offer free food and car washes to veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11. Veterans and active-duty service members can receive a free half turkey sub, including extras and add-ons, along with a regular-sized fountain drink at any of the chain’s more than 850 locations.

Gaithersburg, MD · 2d

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Omar Lazo’s Lead Grows to 5,974 in Uncalled School Board Race After New Mail Count

Omar Lazo widened his lead over Brenda M. Diaz in the race for the at-large seat on the Montgomery County Board of Education after the first new batch of mail-in ballots was counted Thursday, according to unofficial State Board of Elections results. The race has not been called. Lazo has...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Mr Wash to Offer Free Car Washes to Veterans and Military Families for Veterans Day

Mr Wash Car Wash will offer free car washes to veterans, active-duty military members and military spouses on Tuesday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of Veterans Day. The promotion includes a complimentary Extra Shine exterior car wash at 10 participating locations across Maryland, Northern Virginia and Delaware,...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Cell tower proposed for grounds of McLean private school

A wireless tower developer is seeking a special exception from Fairfax County for a 175-foot monopole to be constructed on the grounds of a private girls’ school in McLean in hopes of remedying unreliable cell service on the property and along Georgetown Pike. The application from Milestone Towers, submitted...

Mclean, VA · 2d