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Permit Issued For $9.4 Million Addition at Elementary School
A permit has been issued to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) for construction of a $9.4 million addition at Greencastle Elementary School in Silver Spring (Fairland). Per the MCPS Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), projections indicated enrollment at Greencastle Elementary School would exceed capacity by the end of the six-year planning period. A feasibility study was conducted to determine the cost and scope of an addition project. An FY 2023 appropriation was approved to begin the architectural design for an addition project at this school. An FY2024 appropriation was approved for construction funds.
East County and Upcounty Residents Are Invited to Join Councilmember Sayles Next Monday and Tuesday to Kickoff Her Series of Community Conversations – MocoFeed
From the Office of Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles. Montgomery County At-Large Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles invites East County and Upcounty residents to attend the first two events in her series of Community Conversations next week. The first meeting will take place on Monday, July 8, from 6-8 p.m. at the East County Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Rd. in Silver Spring. The second meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the Upcounty Regional Services Center, 12900 Middlebrook Rd. in Germantown .
Pride in the Plaza Draws Crowds to Silver Spring
The Pride in the Plaza festival drew crowds to downtown Silver Spring on Sunday capping off Pride Month in Montgomery County. The festival included brightly colored clothing, music, speakers, food, drag story hours, and drag duels. Organizations were on hand to distribute information about support groups and medical assistance for members of the LGBTQ+ community.
New anti-theft measure called out as ‘last straw’ for CVS shoppers – but store insists move is ‘important’ for customers
SHOPPERS have grown fed up with anti-theft measures at their local CVS stores that they claim are making grabbing simple items quite difficult. Rampant theft across the United States has resulted in major retailers like CVS and Walmart adopting numerous security measures in stores. These measures are often implemented when checking out and leaving a […]
MARYLAND NEWS – To combat theft CVS in Silver Spring locks up cold beverages
At the downtown Silver Spring, Maryland CVS, obtaining a cold drink has become a challenge due to new theft prevention measures. Refrigerated beverages such as soda, juice, and bottled water are now kept under lock and key, requiring customers to get assistance from employees to access them. This change reflects a broader trend in the D.C. area, where CVS stores have increasingly secured various products to combat retail theft. Regular shopper Vilis commented on the inconvenience, noting the need for employees to unlock the coolers and supervise selections, leading to potential delays for customers. He expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of this approach, questioning whether it would significantly reduce theft.
Concern for Missing 15-Year-Old
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Christian Kent a missing 15-year-old from Burtonsville. Kent was last seen on Friday, June 21, 2024, in the 3200 block of Wood Avenue in Burtonsville. He...
Marvin Guevara Guevara Dies At Hospital After Dog Dispute
On Tuesday, the Montgomery County Department of Police announced that they are investigating the death of 40-year-old Marvin Rolando Guevara Guevara, who died at an area hospital over the weekend after getting into it with a woman about his dogs running loose. According to investigators, shortly before 7:30 p.m. on...
Pair arrested for alleged Chesapeake Beach pharmacy break-in
A 34-year-old Montgomery County man and as 31-year-old Prince George’s County man are both behind bars for their alleged roles in the break-in at a Chesapeake Beach pharmacy on June 26. According to court records, Aaron David Dickerson of Germantown is charged with second-degree burglary and fourth-degree burglary in connection with the alleged break-in at CVS Pharmacy. The other suspect, identified as Tevin Denzel Smith of Suitland, has been charged with conspiracy. ...
Marc Yamada Takes Oath as Montgomery County’s 18th Police Chief
Marc Yamada was sworn in as the 18th Chief of Police for Montgomery County on Monday. County Circuit Court Clerk Karen Bushnell administered the oath in the presence of County Executive Marc Elrich and several department executive staff members. Yamada’s wife and two of his four children attended the ceremony.
Maryland nonprofit helps clean up Bethesda man's yard
BETHESDA, Md. — An instance of neighbors helping neighbors is getting us uplifted. A local nonprofit and business helped a man in Montgomery County clean up his back and front yards, and he is now living clutter-free! Rebuilding Together Montgomery County works to ensure low-income homeowners, especially older adults, veterans, the disabled, and families with kids live safely and independently.
Washington Post recognizes 2 Montgomery County restaurants for affordability
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) – At a time when restaurant prices seem to keep going up, some businesses are making it a priority to provide top-notch cuisine at an affordable price. The Washington Post recently recognized two restaurants in Montgomery County for their affordability. El Chante in Wheaton is one of only a […]
Displaced residents of exploded homes may be able to return home by 2025
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Editor's Note: The story below contains mention of death by suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255). You can also text a crisis counselor by messaging the Crisis Text Line at 741741. It is free, available 24/7, and confidential.
Speaker makes changes after Love moves to Senate
House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D) presides over the House of Delegates in Annapolis. Photo by Danielle E. Gaines. The appointment of a Montgomery County lawmaker to fill a vacancy in the Senate has reshuffled some committee assignments in the House of Delegates. Former Del. Sara Love (D-Montgomery) was sworn...
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