Montgomery County local news
The latest Montgomery County, Maryland news: neighbor reports filed on Gazetz plus headlines from MoCo360 (Bethesda Magazine), Montgomery Parks, Montgomery Community Media, each linked to the original source.
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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Honoring our troops: Montgomery Parks’ Veterans Day operating hours and programs
Veterans and active-duty military skate for free WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks announces Veterans Day weekend operating hours and programs. We invite veterans and active-duty military to enjoy free public ice skating sessions and to visit our parks and facilities. Veterans Day…
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‘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 .
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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 .
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2026 Neighborhood Guide: Bethesda
Reasons to love its 'big city, small town' vibes The post 2026 Neighborhood Guide: Bethesda appeared first on Bethesda Magazine .
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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 .
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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 .
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Police step up enforcement as pedestrian deaths top 2025 total
Fifteen pedestrians have been killed on county roads this year, already more than in all of 2025. Police launched a fall traffic enforcement push Thursday. Officers will watch for drivers… Read More The post Police step up enforcement as pedestrian deaths top 2025 total appeared…
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All In: Montgomery County football teams enter the state high school playoffs
Throw out the record books. Every team in Montgomery County, regardless of their regular season mark, qualifies for the state football playoffs in Maryland that start Thursday night. All 29… Read More The post All In: Montgomery County football teams enter the state high school…
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Rockville is for the birds
The City of Rockville announced its designation as the county’s first Bird City this week. The recognition will become official at the Monday, Dec. 7 meeting of the mayor and… Read More The post Rockville is for the birds appeared first on Montgomery Community Media .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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Montgomery Parks to sell lumber salvaged from park trees at Urban Wood Sale
WHEATON, Md. – Woodworkers, furniture makers, artists, and do-it-yourselfers can shop a unique selection of locally sourced lumber at Montgomery Parks annual Urban Wood Sale on Saturday, November 14, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (while supplies last). The sale, located at Montgomery…
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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 .
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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…
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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 .
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5 things to know today, Nov. 5, in Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, Nov. 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weather: Today’s forecast is mostly cloudy with a high near 74… Read More The post 5 things to know today, Nov. 5, in Montgomery County appeared first on Montgomery…
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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 .
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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 .
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Jawando announces transition team, including White House alum and well-known local leaders
Less than 24 hours after polls closed on Election Day, Democrat Will Jawando announced a transition team as he is the presumed winner in the race for Montgomery County Executive. “Make… Read More The post Jawando announces transition team, including White House alum and…
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Wells election night watch party brings feelings of disappointment, but not defeat
Supporters of Republican County Executive Candidate Esther Wells gathered in Gaithersburg on election night to wait for the results. Wells was on the scene early to spend some time with… Read More The post Wells election night watch party brings feelings of disappointment, but…
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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 .
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County Executive-Elect Will Jawando outlines priorities, plans to build a strong team
Hours before a majority of Montgomery County voters chose him as their next county executive, Will Jawando told MCM he was focused on building a strong team to share the… Read More The post County Executive-Elect Will Jawando outlines priorities, plans to build a strong team…
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Poolesville elects town commissioners
The Town of Poolesville chose its commissioners on Tuesday in a separate election. Poolesville, which has a population of about 5,942 according to the U.S. Census Bureau‘s 2025 estimate, has… Read More The post Poolesville elects town commissioners appeared first on Montgomery…
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Thousands of ballots still left to count in Montgomery County
Election night results remain unofficial, with about 35,000 Montgomery County mail-in ballots still to be counted. An unknown number of provisional ballots also await review. The remaining ballots could still… Read More The post Thousands of ballots still left to count in…
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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…
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Silver Spring man, 71, faces DUI charges after fleeing deputies on the Eastern Shore
A 71-year-old Silver Spring man faces DUI charges after ignoring a deputy’s lights and siren, then trying to flee. Queen Anne’s County deputies were running traffic stops near Dominion Road… Read More The post Silver Spring man, 71, faces DUI charges after fleeing deputies on…
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Man fatally stabbed in Wheaton, Montgomery County police say
Updated Nov. 4 at 6:27 PM Montgomery County police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a 42-year-old Silver Spring man early Monday in Wheaton and believe it was an isolated… Read More The post Man fatally stabbed in Wheaton, Montgomery County police say appeared first on…
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Germantown man charged with armed robbery
A Germantown man has been arrested and charged in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Oct. 7. The suspect, now identified as 26-year-old Malcolm Anderson, planned to meet… Read More The post Germantown man charged with armed robbery appeared first on Montgomery…
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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 .
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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 .
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After court fights and ballot confusion, county voters back Question 3
After months of court fights and confusion over the ballot language, county voters overwhelmingly approved Question 3 on Tuesday. About 73% of county voters backed the constitutional amendment, which removes… Read More The post After court fights and ballot confusion, county…
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