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Montgomery County Council Cuts Red Tape for Restaurant Permits
This week, the Montgomery County Council unanimously approved new executive regulations to reduce bureaucracy and expedite the approval process for restaurant permitting, which local restaurant owners often criticize due to bureaucratic delays. Officials claim that the new regulations, in conjunction with previous efforts to boost the number of restaurant inspectors,...
County Council simplifies restaurant permitting process to reduce delays
The Montgomery County Council has approved new rules that simplify the permitting process for opening a new restaurant. Local restaurant owners have long complained about the bureaucracy involved in opening an eatery. [Source of the Spring]. Lender assumes control of downtown Silver Spring complex. Ownership of Station Square, a three-building...
Water main break prompts road closure in Gaithersburg, Maryland
GAITHERSBURG, Md. (7News) — A road is closed as Montgomery County police respond to a water main break in Gaithersburg Wednesday evening. WSSC Water crews responded to the scene and are working to shut down the water main. Crews will then inspect the damage and begin repairs, officials said.
Man in custody, 1 injured after stabbing near Wheaton Metro Station
WHEATON, Md. (7News) — A man is in custody after a stabbing near the Wheaton Metro Station left another man injured, according to Montgomery County police. Officials said Metro Transit police officers and county police responded to the 11000 block of Veirs Mill Road around 4:32 p.m. for a reported stabbing.
'It's a beautiful spot'; families flock to Gaithersburg Water Park to escape heat
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Summer 2024 has felt like one never-ending heat wave, and people are finding creative ways to stay cool. In Montgomery County, one water park draws hundreds of people daily, all looking to escape the brutal heat. "We’re here at the Gaithersburg Water Park," said...
Police: Officers Stop Illegal Car Meet-Up in Burtonsville
Police said officers successfully stopped an illegal car meet-up involving exhibition driving Saturday in Burtonsville. Officers responded to the Sandy Spring Road area where they found a large group of vehicles engaging in unsafe driving, according to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD). Police quickly increased their presence and did targeted traffic enforcement which caused the group to leave the county.
This Maryland suburb ranks as one of the country's best, new ranking finds
NORTH BETHESDA, Md. — There are plenty of beautiful places to call home across the D.C. region. But one suburb in Montgomery County reigns supreme. At least according to the folks over at Travel + Leisure. They recently ranked 10 suburbs across the U.S. as the best suburbs to live. North Bethesda was ranked No. 4 overall.
Montgomery Co. police expand drone program to Bethesda, where crime is down
During a town hall meeting at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School, Montgomery County police 2nd District Cmdr. Amy Daum told the audience, “There’s a perception that crime is very, very high” in downtown Bethesda. But Daum continued, “I’m here to tell you that when we compare the last...
Person hurt in stabbing near Wheaton Metro Station
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Metro Transit Police officers and the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to a stabbing that happened near the Wheaton Metro Station on Wednesday afternoon. Crews were at the scene in the 11000 block of Viers Mill Road just after 4:30 p.m. Investigators said the suspect stabbed a […]
Montgomery County police to hold drone program meeting with Bethesda-Chevy Chase community
BETHESDA, Md. - Bethesda-Chevy Chase is next on the list of community town halls to discuss the Montgomery County Police Department’s newer drone program. A meeting with the County Executive, 2nd District Police Commander, and Councilmember is planned for Wednesday, July 17, at 7 p.m. at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School auditorium.
July 19-21 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Welcome to MCM’s Weekend Roundup of entertainment in Montgomery County. Here are 9 things to do this weekend, July 19-21. Summer concert series in Germantown: Journey’s Crossing host a free summer concert sweries with local musicians and food vendors on Friday, July 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 at 12900 Cloverleaf Center Drive #A in Germantown.
Montgomery County Schools superintendent apologizes for handing of Virtual Academy program
ROCKVILLE, Md. — The fight continues to save Montgomery County's Virtual Academy. The online learning program is not in next year's public school budget. For months, we've been hearing from parents hoping to change that. On Tuesday, those parents made their appeal directly to the new superintendent, Dr. Thomas...
$30,000 Mega Millions Winner Celebrates Big Score after Decades of Play
Planning European cruise with his wife to enjoy Lottery windfall. “John Doe” of Silver Spring, a dedicated player since the Maryland Lottery’s inception, achieved a significant milestone by winning a $30,000 Mega Millions prize. The Montgomery County resident’s favorite games include scratch-offs, Keno, Racetrax, Mega Millions and Powerball....
Teen Heading To Prison For Role In Montgomery County Murder Of Rival Gang Member
Germantown resident Dayton Miller was sentenced to 25 years in prison with all but 15 suspended in connection to the death of 20-year-old Taon Cline in April 2022. According to court documents, shortly before 11 p.m. on April 22, 2022, first responders were called to the 19000 block of Gunners Branch Road in Germantown to investigate a reported shooting, where they found Cline suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Swindlers Are Targeting Elderly Populations in Maryland With Gold Bar Scams: Report
Concern continues to rise as senior citizens are being targeted by scammers. Most recently, a 19-year-old man from Brooklyn is facing theft charges in connection with a “government-imposter related gold bar scam.” He allegedly conned an 82-year-old woman in Silver Spring, Maryland, out of more than $900,000. Officials are urging elderly people to practice extreme caution to protect themselves.
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