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Montgomery County Passes Bills Restricting Hiring of Former ICE Agents

The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed two bills on Tuesday, November 10, aimed at strengthening protections for immigrant residents, including restrictions on hiring former federal immigration enforcement employees and expanded housing discrimination protections. Both bills were sponsored by Councilmember Kristin Mink (District 5). Expedited Bill 29-26, the Community Trust in...

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MCPS Announces Winners of 38th Annual High School Cheerleading Competition

Cheerleading teams from all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) high schools competed in the 38th annual MCPS Cheerleading Competition on Saturday, October 31, at Montgomery Blair High School. MCPS shared that the annual competition brought together squads from across the county to showcase their skills through routines featuring high-flying stunts,...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d
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Montgomery County Landlords Will Be Required to Accept Personal Checks and Money Orders

The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved Bill 40-26 on Tuesday, November 10, requiring landlords to accept checks, personal checks or money orders as forms of rent payment. The legislation, led by Council President Natali Fani-González, aims to provide renters with more payment options, particularly those who do not use traditional...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d
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Maryland Has A 160-Acre Farm Where You Meet The Animals, Stock Up On Fresh Food And Sleep Over

Some farm trips end with a muddy pair of shoes and a quick goodbye. This one can end with a calf snoozing on your lap, a bag full of local groceries, and a comfy room just a short walk away. Tucked into the rolling countryside of Howard County, a family-run...

Ellicott City, MD · 1d
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450+ displays to bring Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival to life

Starting on the night of Nov. 27, the dazzling Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival display will come to life at Seneca Creek State Park.

Gaithersburg, MD · 2d

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Montgomery County Distillery to Host its First-Ever Holiday Market Featuring Dozens of Local Vendors

Song Dog Farm Distillery in Boyds will host its first-ever Holiday Market on Saturday, November 21, and Sunday, November 22, from 12pm to 5pm each day. The two-day event will bring dozens of local artisans, independent makers, and small businesses to the farm at 18100 Bucklodge Road for a weekend of holiday shopping, food, drinks, and family-friendly activities.

Boyds, MD · 21h

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Woodmont Avenue Streatery Removed After More Than Six Years in Downtown Bethesda

The Woodmont Avenue Streatery in downtown Bethesda was removed on Tuesday, November 10, bringing an end to a pandemic-era outdoor dining space that had been in place since June 2020. According to public safety and traffic reporter Cordell Pugh, crews removed the streatery and restriped Woodmont Avenue between Elm Street...

Bethesda, MD · 2d

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No. 6 UVA at Maryland: Game Preview and Final Score Prediction

Virginia vs Maryland was once one of the premier rivalries in college basketball. But for the past decade and a half, that rivalry has gone dormant as the Big T

College Park, MD · 6h

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Maryland Woman Catherine Gaines Turns 110

Catherine Gaines, a resident of Silver Spring, Maryland, USA, celebrated her 110th birthday on 9 November. Catherine Gaines was born in Washington, D.C., on 9 November 1916. She was born to John Gaines and Marie (Mary) Fuller. Her mother owned a restaurant in Brinklow, Maryland. She graduated from Cardozo High School and attended college in Washington, D.C.

Silver Spring, MD · 1d

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Shady Grove Medical Center Named Among America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement

Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center in Rockville has been named among America’s 100 Best Hospitals for both orthopedic surgery and joint replacement as part of Healthgrades’ 2027 Specialty Excellence Awards. The hospital received three Specialty Excellence Awards recognizing its performance in orthopedic surgery, joint replacement and cranial...

Rockville, MD · 1d

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Maryland men’s basketball vs. No. 6 Virginia preview

The Terps welcome the red-hot Cavaliers to College Park after a rough showing against Georgetown. Maryland men’s basketball’s new-look roster looked frighteningly familiar in its underwhelming Saturday night loss to Georgetown. The Terps lacked inspiration off the bounce in the 86-74 defeat and struggled to innovate while...

College Park, MD · 1d

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Montgomery County’s Earl Stoddard Named Acting Maryland Emergency Management Secretary

Dr. Earl Stoddard, one of Montgomery County’s three assistant chief administrative officers, will become Maryland’s acting Secretary of Emergency Management on Dec. 9, Gov. Wes Moore announced Thursday, as MarylandFeed reported. Stoddard will succeed Secretary Russell Strickland, who retires Dec. 8 after a 50-year public safety career, according...

Montgomery County, MD · 23h

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SLT Maps Four DC-Area Reformer Studios, From Rockville to Georgetown

SLT, the New York reformer Pilates brand, is opening four DC-area studios, starting this winter in Rockville and continuing to Navy Yard, Logan Circle, and the former Georgetown Theater by late 2027. Here Is What an SLT Class Looks Like. SLT stands for Strengthen, Lengthen, Tone. Each 50-minute class mixes...

Rockville, MD · 2d

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A Maryland Pizza Chain Is Closing Its College Park Location Amid Rising Costs

A longtime favorite pizzeria, Potomac Pizza, announced the closure of its College Park location. After nearly a decade of service, the pizzeria will shut down in December due to rising operating costs. Potomac Pizza to Close College Park Location. Founded in 1978 by Adam B. Greenberg, Potomac Pizza is part...

College Park, MD · 6h

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Football finishes season with a bang

The Wakefield offense attempts a run play against McLean’s defensive line during Friday night’s game. McLean dominated the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball, which played a big part in their 50-8 win. (Apri)[/caption] Following two unfortunate losses to district opponents, making McLean ineligible for playoff contention, the Highlanders needed a big win to cap off the season. They had the opportunity to do just that Friday night, as the McLean Varsity football team hosted the Wakefield Warriors for senior night, and the final game of their season. The game proved to be a thorough celebration, as McLean comfortably won the contest 50-8, dominating on both sides of the ball for the entire game.

Mclean, VA · 2d

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Arepa King Closes Hagerstown Location Ahead of Gaithersburg Opening

Arepa King, a Venezuelan restaurant preparing to open its first Montgomery County location in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, has announced the permanent closure of its Hagerstown restaurant as it transitions to the new location. The Hagerstown restaurant officially closed on Thursday, November 12, after opening in February 2025. In a...

Gaithersburg, MD · 4h

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Montgomery County Council Approves New Requirements for Airbnb

The Montgomery County Council passed Bill 42-26 on Tuesday, November 10, requiring online short-term rental platforms to verify that properties have a valid County rental license before listing them. The legislation, led by Councilmember Shebra Evans, aims to reduce lost County revenue from short-term rentals operating without complying with existing...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Wisconsin Could Avoid Facing Maryland's Starting QB, Lockdown Corner on Saturday

The initial Big Ten injury report casts doubt on the status of two of the Terps' key players.

Madison, WI · 1d

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Montgomery County Beats DOJ Lawsuit Over Gun-Free Zones Near Parks, Churches, Schools

A federal judge has handed Montgomery County a win in its fight to keep guns away from parks, churches, schools, libraries and hospitals, dismissing the Justice Department's lawsuit against the county's firearm law with prejudice on Monday. The dismissal means the case, as filed, cannot be refiled in the same court — a significant setback for the federal government's effort to unwind the county's restrictions.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d