County to Launch Nation’s Largest Integrated Microgrid Powered Bus Depot
The county’s Department of Transportation is set to launch the nation’s largest — and the region’s first — integrated electric bus charging depot, officials announced.
UPDATE: Newell Street Streetery to be Discontinued, Reopened to Traffic
The Newell Street Streetery in Silver Spring will be discontinued and the street reopened to traffic after Labor Day, Department of Transportation officials announced.
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.
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.
Ride On Joins Partners in Food Drive for Manna Food Center
Ride On bus riders will be able to contribute non-perishable food items as the Department of Transportation’s Ride On food drive joins partners Montgomery County Public Libraries and the Regional Service Centers to benefit Manna Food Center.
HAWK Beacons Activated on Fenton Street
The county’s Department of Transportation has energized and activated two High-Intensity Activated Crosswalks, also known as HAWK beacons, on Fenton Street in downtown Silver Spring.
WRAP Offering SoberRide Program for St. Patrick’s Day
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program will once again offer its SoberRide program for St. Patrick’s Day, according to an announcement from Montgomery County officials.
DOT Announces Ride On Service Increases Effective Sunday
The county’s Department of Transportation announced an increase in Ride On bus service that will begin on Sunday, March 13.
County Announces Completion of RT355 Underpass Named for Silver Spring Resident
County officials and others on Friday announced the completion of an underpass under MD355/Rockville Pike that is now named after a long-time Silver Spring resident, Phil Alperson.