County Receives Grant to Expand Broadband in Underserved Areas
Montgomery County has received a grant from the Internet Society to expand broadband access in underserved areas of the county, according to a press release.
Ride On to Begin Collecting Fares Again on Monday, Aug. 1
The county’s Department of Transportation Ride On system will once again collect fares beginning tomorrow, Aug. 1, according to several announcements and social media posts from the DOT.
County Reopens Applications for COVID-19 Rent Relief
The county has reopened applications for COVID-19 rent from county renters who didn’t complete a previously submitted application, or want to submit a new application for review, officials announced.
DOT Announces “Fare Share” Program to Assist with Employee Commuter Benefit
Employers in Montgomery County can now add an employee benefit for certain commuting workers via the “Fare Share” program from the county’s Department of Transportation, officials announced.
County DEP Launches Campaign to Reduce Food Waste
The county’s Department of Environmental Protection has launched a new public information campaign designed to lower the amount of wasted food tossed each year by residents, businesses and organizations, officials announced.
Blair, Elrich in Close Race Again; Other Local Results Look Clearer
While mail-in and provisional ballots have yet to be counted, David Blair and County Executive Marc Elrich are in a close race for the Democratic nomination for county executive.
Takoma Park Police Warn of Oral-B Car Wrap Scam
Takoma Park Police again warn residents of a phishing scam involving fake “Oral-B Pays to Place Ad on your Vehicle” text messages.
Suspect Sought in “Grandparent Scam”
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect caught on video in what is known as the “grandparent scam”.
First-time Homebuyers Invited to Apply for Assistance with Down Payment, Closing Costs
First-time homebuyers can apply for a portion of a $3 million fund intended to provide assistance with down payments or closing costs via two new programs, officials announced.
OCP Warns of Predatory Practices Around Home Title Deeds
There has been an increase in the number of reports from homeowners concerned about misleading claims about possibly having their homes taken away, according to the county’s Office of Consumer Protection.
Agencies Announce Closing, Other Changes for Independence Day Holiday
Various agencies have announced closings and other changes for the Independence Day holiday on Monday, July 4.
County Begins Providing Vaccines for Children 6 Months to 5 Years Old
The county’s Department of Health and Human Services has begun providing vaccinations for children from 6 months to 5 years old following the approval by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for that age group, the department announced.