Bethesda local news
The latest Bethesda, Maryland news: neighbor reports filed on Gazetz plus headlines from MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine), Montgomery Community Media, each linked to the original source.
Local headlines
-
Hundreds of guns swapped for gift cards in Rockville
Plus: Toys for Tots drive begins; Rockville named Bird City The post Hundreds of guns swapped for gift cards in Rockville appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Lidl signs on to open in Silver Spring’s White Oak Town Center
Affordable, German-owned grocer replaces Amazon Fresh The post Lidl signs on to open in Silver Spring’s White Oak Town Center appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Ukrainian eatery, family-owned bakery close in downtown Bethesda
Ruta Ukrainian Restaurant, Ooh La La Bakery vacate Woodmont Triangle locations The post Ukrainian eatery, family-owned bakery close in downtown Bethesda appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Susan Lee departs Moore’s cabinet for ‘personal matters’ effective Friday
Bethesda resident in 2023 became Maryland's first Asian American secretary of state The post Susan Lee departs Moore’s cabinet for ‘personal matters’ effective Friday appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Montgomery Village man sentenced to 40 years for role in 2025 fatal shooting
Victim was lured to scene over $70 worth of marijuana The post Montgomery Village man sentenced to 40 years for role in 2025 fatal shooting appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Things to do in Montgomery County this weekend
From a George Michael tribute to a murder mystery dinner, the weekend offers plenty of options The post Things to do in Montgomery County this weekend appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Lazo’s lead over Diaz grows slightly with 10K additional ballots counted
Additional canvassing gives Lazo minuscule lead in mail-in ballots The post Lazo’s lead over Diaz grows slightly with 10K additional ballots counted appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Community groups urge MPCS to address budget equity issues raised in July report
Advocates argue district have yet to discuss report in public meeting The post Community groups urge MPCS to address budget equity issues raised in July report appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
‘A loved one may be crossing the street’: MoCo officials urge roadway caution with darker days ahead
Earlier sunsets after end of daylight saving time bring spike in pedestrian, cyclist collisions, officials say The post ‘A loved one may be crossing the street’: MoCo officials urge roadway caution with darker days ahead appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
From Bethesda Magazine: Local nonprofits to support with your time, talents and money
Find ways to give back through volunteering, internships and donations to local organizations making a difference in the community The post From Bethesda Magazine: Local nonprofits to support with your time, talents and money appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
2026 Neighborhood Guide: Bethesda
Reasons to love its 'big city, small town' vibes The post 2026 Neighborhood Guide: Bethesda appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Texas man accused of striking officer with gun in Silver Spring
Plus: Takoma Park mayor’s race favors incumbent Searcy; New leasing team to oversee Downtown Silver Spring storefronts The post Texas man accused of striking officer with gun in Silver Spring appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Police identify man found fatally shot near Trader Joe’s in downtown Rockville
Award offered for information leading to killer’s arrest The post Police identify man found fatally shot near Trader Joe’s in downtown Rockville appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Mail-in ballot canvassing restarts Thursday, with at least 35K ballots to be counted
At-large school board race may hang in the balance The post Mail-in ballot canvassing restarts Thursday, with at least 35K ballots to be counted appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Blair girls soccer wins Class 4A South I Regional Final 2-0 over Roosevelt Raiders
Two juniors scored the clinching goals for Blazers The post Blair girls soccer wins Class 4A South I Regional Final 2-0 over Roosevelt Raiders appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Tasty Tidbits: Always Ice Cream Company to open second MoCo location in Bethesda
Plus: Puree Juice Bar plans new location in Potomac’s Cabin John Village; Chocolate and coffee festival comes to Boyds this weekend The post Tasty Tidbits: Always Ice Cream Company to open second MoCo location in Bethesda appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
20-year-old charged in connection with shooting that killed 13-year-old from Silver Spring
Plus: Halloween house party in Bethesda brings back focus on short-term rentals; Garden of Lights to return to Brookside Gardens The post 20-year-old charged in connection with shooting that killed 13-year-old from Silver Spring appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Fall Traveler’s Guide
Boardwalk Plaza Hotel – South Walton – Baltimore County – Brampton 1860 – Montgomery County – Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ – Ocean City – Bear Mountain Inn – The Capitol Theatre – Mohonk Preserve – The Thayer Hotel – Northern Outer Banks – Eagles Mere Inn – Steel…
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
From Bethesda Magazine: Holiday markets in Montgomery County
Find one-of-a-kind gifts and meet the people behind your purchases at these unique events The post From Bethesda Magazine: Holiday markets in Montgomery County appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Jawando announces transition steering committee, discusses priorities
Montgomery County executive-elect to name senior staff over coming weeks The post Jawando announces transition steering committee, discusses priorities appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
From Bethesda Magazine: Where to catch a show in Montgomery County
Here’s where the curtains are rising on musicals, famous singers and creative shows for kids The post From Bethesda Magazine: Where to catch a show in Montgomery County appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Police identify 21-year-old as victim of fatal collision in Wheaton
The single-vehicle crash brought down power lines near Wheaton High, according to reports The post Police identify 21-year-old as victim of fatal collision in Wheaton appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Bethesda’s Wilbon takes leave of absence from ESPN
For generations of sports fans in Montgomery County, Michael Wilbon has been more than a familiar face on ESPN. He’s been a legendary voice in the Washington-area sports conversation. For… Read More The post Bethesda’s Wilbon takes leave of absence from ESPN appeared first on…
Read at Montgomery Community Media -
Regional quarterfinal matchups announced for MCPS football teams
Four teams have byes in the first round: Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Damascus, Sherwood, Wheaton The post Regional quarterfinal matchups announced for MCPS football teams appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Man found shot in downtown Rockville in county’s second homicide this week
Victim was found lying in the street near Trader Joe’s, official said The post Man found shot in downtown Rockville in county’s second homicide this week appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Silver Spring man pleads guilty to espionage on behalf of Ethiopia
Plus: Police investigate deadly cyclist, Ride On bus collision in Rockville; Conviction of Rockville student in mass school shooting threat upheld by court The post Silver Spring man pleads guilty to espionage on behalf of Ethiopia appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Amid blue wave in Congress, Raskin poised to chair House Judiciary Committee
In Annapolis, Montgomery County delegation remains all-Democratic The post Amid blue wave in Congress, Raskin poised to chair House Judiciary Committee appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Jawando, Raskin celebrate in Bethesda after polls close
Will Jawando (D) and Jamie Raskin (D) celebrated in Bethesda as unofficial voting results started rolling in after polls closed Tuesday. “This is a surreal moment, it feels like I’ve… Read More The post Jawando, Raskin celebrate in Bethesda after polls close appeared first on…
Read at Montgomery Community Media -
Gov. Moore wins re-election, pulling Question 3 redistricting measure to victory as well
After UMBC poll showed weak support for ballot issue, money poured into TV ads, mailers The post Gov. Moore wins re-election, pulling Question 3 redistricting measure to victory as well appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Lazo holds slim lead over Diaz in school board race
In District 3 race, McCarthy leads with nearly 70% of votes The post Lazo holds slim lead over Diaz in school board race appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Five Democrats in position to join Montgomery County Council in December
Ashman, Elrich, Goldberg, Silvestre, Yang would join incumbents The post Five Democrats in position to join Montgomery County Council in December appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Jawando in commanding lead in Montgomery County executive race
Early order of business will be appointing permanent police chief The post Jawando in commanding lead in Montgomery County executive race appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
2026 General Election Day live blog: Results roll in as watch parties end in Montgomery County
Jawando establishes early lead in county executive race; AP calls win for Raskin The post 2026 General Election Day live blog: Results roll in as watch parties end in Montgomery County appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
From Bethesda Magazine: Clarksburg-based Thales DSI develops radio and satellite communications for the military
The company’s leaders share details of its expanded manufacturing program The post From Bethesda Magazine: Clarksburg-based Thales DSI develops radio and satellite communications for the military appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Marriott eliminates corporate jobs in restructuring
Plus: Halloween party in North Bethesda home 'complete chaos'; Washington Catholic Athletic Conference to introduce girls' flag football The post Marriott eliminates corporate jobs in restructuring appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Takoma Park burrito shop to open new location in downtown Bethesda
San Pancho has begun construction on its second, larger restaurant The post Takoma Park burrito shop to open new location in downtown Bethesda appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
‘Where are the children going?’: MCPS says enrollment drop is not due to students opting for private, homeschooling
Declining birth rates largest factor, according to district staff The post ‘Where are the children going?’: MCPS says enrollment drop is not due to students opting for private, homeschooling appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Montgomery County gun buyback program offers up to $200, no questions asked
Most functioning guns redeemable for $100 Visa gift card, $200 for assault-style weapons The post Montgomery County gun buyback program offers up to $200, no questions asked appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Man sentenced in drug sale-turned-robbery, murder in Gaithersburg
Demari Brown sentenced to life with all but 45 years suspended in 2025 killing of Henry Gilbert The post Man sentenced in drug sale-turned-robbery, murder in Gaithersburg appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine) -
Montgomery County school board candidate had 2010 foreclosure
Omar Lazo said loss came after bank went under, became non-responsive during Great Recession The post Montgomery County school board candidate had 2010 foreclosure appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
Read at MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine)
Headlines and short excerpts come from each publisher's public feed; tap through to read the full story at the source. Was something missed? Request coverage in the Gazetz app.
Follow Bethesda in Gazetz