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Raskin letter to Biden: Listen to Democrats while deciding about staying in the race

Plus: FEC reports show McClain Delaney leads Parrott in campaign contributions; Germantown teen sentenced to 15 years for 2022 fatal shooting

by Staff

Gunfire strikes residence during Germantown shooting

911 caller provided footage of incident recorded on doorbell camera

by Elia Griffin

Police prepare to deploy drone program in Bethesda—as crime drops

County officials tout effectiveness of tool during Wednesday night town hall meeting

by Elia Griffin

Montgomery County food pantries struggle to meet need in face of limited county funding

Organizations say post-pandemic food insecurity is increasing

by Ginny Bixby

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Farm community divided on council’s proposed bill to allow more campgrounds

Legislation aims to boost agritourism, officials say

by Ginny Bixby July 18, 2024 9:49 amJuly 18, 2024 9:50 am

County Council simplifies restaurant permitting process to reduce delays

Plus: Lender assumes control of downtown Silver Spring complex; large water main break leaves Olney residents without water

by Staff July 18, 2024 9:46 amJuly 18, 2024 10:37 am

Visit the ‘island gem’ in New Jersey

Avalon and Stone Harbor offer birding and boutique hotels

by Christine Koubek Flynn July 18, 2024 7:57 amJuly 18, 2024 11:34 am

Culture

Heat wave, drought conditions in the Potomac River affect local farmers

Plus: Läderach and Pollo Campero open at Westfield Montgomery, historians to host forum on White’s Ferry

by Staff July 16, 2024 6:00 amJuly 15, 2024 4:10 pm

Story of Bethesda’s WHFS set to air in September

Documentary about groundbreaking radio station goes to WETA

by Buzz McClain July 12, 2024 4:12 pmJuly 12, 2024 4:59 pm

Peak bloom soon for county’s sunflower fields near Poolesville

Best viewing in McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area to come in mid-July

by Ashlyn Campbell July 12, 2024 11:31 amJuly 12, 2024 3:21 pm

Government & Politics

Meet the Ashton resident who’s the one celebrity in Maryland’s GOP convention delegation

Bossie wears dual hats as leader of provocative conservative group, GOP national committeeman

by Josh Kurtz – Maryland Matters July 17, 2024 2:33 pmJuly 17, 2024 2:33 pm

Council approves plan to use cannabis taxes to help communities impacted by drug’s prohibition

Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund will put money into local programming

by Ginny Bixby July 17, 2024 11:04 amJuly 17, 2024 11:04 am

Council passes regulations inspired by deadly Silver Spring apartment fire

Legislation aims to improve tenant safety in emergencies

by Ginny Bixby July 16, 2024 4:34 pmJuly 17, 2024 9:41 am

Public Safety & Justice

Brooklyn teen charged in gold bar scam involving Silver Spring 82-year-old

State’s Attorney warns residents to be cautious, call police if approached

by Elia Griffin July 17, 2024 11:20 amJuly 17, 2024 11:20 am

Car strikes Bethesda library, causes gas leak

Democracy Boulevard building evacuated, authorities say

by Ashlyn Campbell July 16, 2024 4:22 pmJuly 16, 2024 4:56 pm

28-year-old father fatally shot by police was experiencing mental health crisis, family and advocates say

Silver Spring Justice Coalition demands immediate release of body-worn camera footage

by Elia Griffin July 16, 2024 3:02 pmJuly 17, 2024 10:38 am

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Education & Family

MCPS superintendent apologizes for treatment of families regarding closure of Montgomery Virtual Academy

Advocates continue to push for reopening of online academic program

by Ashlyn Campbell July 17, 2024 5:56 pmJuly 18, 2024 8:58 am

Local programs to provide school supplies for students in need

Campaigns accepting supplies, monetary donations

by Ashlyn Campbell July 15, 2024 4:38 pmJuly 15, 2024 4:38 pm

Petition asks UMD to reverse decision on hiring former MCPS chief McKnight

Plus: Olympian Dominque Dawes sculpture to be unveiled in Silver Spring; committee submits more petitions seeking county executive term limit

by Staff July 15, 2024 6:00 amJuly 15, 2024 8:11 am

MCPS deputy chief of facilities management resigns

Steps down to ‘pursue new opportunities,’ district says

by Ashlyn Campbell July 10, 2024 3:03 pmJuly 10, 2024 3:04 pm

New MCPS superintendent to receive $360k annual salary

Contract includes terms to expand relationship, communication with board

by Ashlyn Campbell July 10, 2024 9:55 amJuly 10, 2024 3:30 pm

Family honors Rockville 3-year-old who drowned

Plus: Bethesda 10-year-old raises money for Shepherd’s Table; new county teachers union officers begin term

by Staff July 10, 2024 6:00 amJuly 9, 2024 6:11 pm

McKnight lands job with UMD’s College of Education

Former head of MCPS to serve as inaugural dean’s fellow and superintendent in residence

by Staff July 9, 2024 8:29 pmJuly 9, 2024 8:46 pm

Food & Drink

Bethesda’s Dolcezza gelato shop to give away free scoops Sunday

20th birthday celebration features special Chocotorta-flavored gelato

by Elia Griffin July 17, 2024 6:48 pmJuly 18, 2024 7:51 am

Java Nation’s fourth location brings a latte to Silver Spring

Plus: Tacos Don Perez goes brick-and-mortar

by Jacqueline Mendelsohn July 15, 2024 8:00 amJuly 12, 2024 4:08 pm

San Pancho Burritos opens Saturday in Takoma Park

Shop featuring San Francisco-style burritos, tortas and quesadillas is latest from Cielo Rojo owners

by Elia Griffin July 12, 2024 3:15 pmJuly 12, 2024 3:15 pm

Where to watch Euro 2024, Copa America soccer finals this Sunday

Local eateries ready to greet fans for games at 3 and 8 p.m.

by Elia Griffin July 11, 2024 11:29 amJuly 11, 2024 11:31 am

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