Minimum Wage Rises in Montgomery County as New Maryland Laws Start Today
Hundreds of new laws and a hike in vehicle registration fees went into effect in Maryland today, as well as a minimum wage increase in Montgomery County.
Pride in the Plaza Offers Family Fun Celebration, Resources to Uplift Community
Montgomery County’s fourth annual Pride in the Plaza is Sunday at Veterans Plaza, featuring food, a family fun area, a resource fair, the finale of Drag Duels and much more.
Montgomery County Public Libraries Go Digital with New Card Registration System
Montgomery County Public Libraries has launched an online system for obtaining full-service digital library cards and adding them to smartphone digital wallets.
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.
Local Facebook Groups Report Increase in Event Ticket Scams
Local Facebook groups are warning concertgoers about a recent scam involving unusually low-priced event tickets due to the seller’s supposed “emergency.”
Gov. Wes Moore Issues Preparedness Declaration Amid Maryland Heat Wave
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness ahead of a potentially dangerous heat wave expected this weekend and into next week.
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.
Downtown Silver Spring Gets New Signs for Noise Ordinance Enforcement
Montgomery County has installed new signage in downtown Silver Spring to remind residents and visitors of the county’s noise ordinance.