Metro to Ban Violent and Sexual Offenders From Transit Starting June 2
Metro will start banning violent and sexual offenders from the transit system for up to one year beginning in June.
Metro will start banning violent and sexual offenders from the transit system for up to one year beginning in June.
Metrorail has seen a rise in ridership since late February, mainly due to federal employees returning to in-person work and better weather, though it remains below pre-pandemic levels.
Montgomery County residents can now access up to $325 monthly through the expanded FareShare program to help with public transit commuting costs.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will extend its Flash bus rapid transit service to Howard County next year.
Maryland transportation officials have announced a new series of grants of up to $50,000 to address the financial impacts of ongoing Purple Line construction on small businesses in the area.
Montgomery County’s LoveFlash buses have returned for February with five decorated BRT buses along Colesville Road and Columbia Pike.
Montgomery Parks has changed the operating hours of the Sligo Creek Open Parkway between Old Carroll Avenue and Piney Branch Road to reduce traffic congestion caused by Maryland Purple Line construction.
The Spring Street Bridge in downtown Silver Spring will remain closed through spring due to ongoing construction work for the Maryland Purple Line.
Café via Roma has introduced a new evening bar and dinner experience in downtown Silver Spring.
Construction near the Manchester Place station on the Purple Line has led to detours on four Ride On bus routes.
Montgomery County has declared a Snow Emergency, closing all facilities including schools, courts, libraries, and recreation centers.
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