Montgomery County Teams Up with Instacart to Tackle Childhood Hunger
Montgomery County and Instacart this week announced the launch of MC Groceries, a first-of-its-kind partnership to increase food security and combat childhood hunger.
Renters in Montgomery County Gain New Protections from Background Check Discrimination
The Montgomery County Council passed legislation last week to amend the county’s “Ban the Box” law and clarify renters’ rights during background and credit checks.
Corey Smedley to Lead Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service
The Montgomery County Council confirmed Corey Smedley as the new Fire and Rescue Service chief on Tuesday.
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 in a ceremony attended by his wife and two of his four children.
Heat Wave Alert: Montgomery Parks Closing Outdoor Facilities This Weekend
Montgomery Parks will temporarily close several outdoor amenities due to this weekend’s dangerous heat wave forecast.
Montgomery County Council Confirms Marc Yamada as Police Chief
Marc Yamada is confirmed as Montgomery County’s new police chief following Tuesday’s unanimous County Council vote.
Maryland Leads the Nation: 175,000 Cannabis Convictions Pardoned by Governor Moore
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order Monday pardoning 175,000 cannabis-related convictions, including misdemeanor possession and certain drug paraphernalia offenses.
Montgomery County Promotes Backyard Composting with June Sale Event
The county’s Department of Environmental Protection is offering discounted backyard compost bins with pickup on June 22 and 23.
July 1 Brings New Minimum Wage Rates for Montgomery County Employers
Montgomery County’s minimum wage rates are scheduled to increase next month.