Film Fest Returns With 5 Short Documentaries

Five short documentaries by area filmmakers will be shown at two April screenings in downtown Bethesda.

Smoke, Explosion Linked To Blown Transformer: Fire Officials

An explosion was heard Saturday after an electrical issue was reported at the Intelligence Community Campus-Bethesda facility.

'Power To The People': Hundreds Join 'No Kings' Rallies Across MoCo

"No Kings" rallies were held across the county Saturday in line with nationwide protests. Patch spoke to attendees to see why they joined.

Where Will ‘No Kings’ Protests Be In Montgomery Co.?

​A new batch of "No Kings" protests against the Donald Trump administration will take place this month. Here's what you need to know.

Where Can You See The Cherry Blossoms In MoCo?

If you want to see the cherry blossoms but avoid the crowds, here are some places to check out the bloom in Montgomery County.

Closures Are Coming To Metro's Red Line

For two months, Metro will close down train operations at several stops on the Red Line. Here's what you need to know.

Where To Enjoy Easter Brunch Or Dinner In Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Take the stress out of Easter brunch or dinner by scheduling a reservation at one of the many restaurants in the Bethesda-Chevy Chase area.

MD Chef Scores Big Restaurant Nod

Jarrad Silver, chef and owner of Silver and Sons BBQ, was named a semifinalist for the 2026 Rammy Awards, which will be held this summer.

Third Person Arrested In 2025 Fontava Homicide: Police

A third person was arrested for the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Akwalabeng Fontava in September 2025, police said.

Suit Alleges Cogir Facility Ignored Warnings Before Feb. Shooting: Report

A new lawsuit alleges the Cogir of Potomac senior living facility ignored warnings months before the fatal February shooting of a resident.

Italian Eatery Picks MoCo For Its First Expansion

The Florida-based Italian restaurant Prato will open its first expansion site in the county later this year.

Coffee Shop Hosts Grand Opening This Weekend

Coffee Republic will be offering a list of goodies this weekend for its grand opening.

4A Girls Basketball Final: Which MoCo HS Took The Title?

The championship game for the girls Class 4A state basketball title went to Walt Whitman High School this year.

Café To Permanently Close This Month

The Baruch Café in Bethesda will close its doors permanently by the end of the month.

Students Showcase Their Artwork At New Gallery

High school students are showcasing their artwork at the newly established Patricia B. O’Neill Student Art Gallery.

Schedule Changed For 4A State Basketball Finals

The championship game for the girls Class 4A state basketball finals was rescheduled due to the severe storms hitting the region.

Outer Loop I-495 Lanes Reopen At American Legion Bridge

Standing water has prompted serious road impacts throughout the day. Here's the latest development impacting major highways.

Repairs To Potomac Interceptor Officially Complete

After a final round of testing, DC Water returned flow to the Potomac Interceptor on Saturday.

4A State Basketball Finals Is All About MoCo

The championship game for the Class 4A state basketball finals will have a guaranteed Montgomery County winner this year.

Residents Are Loving Life at The Grandview

Crescent Overlook, on the main floor, offers an innovative menu and natural decor that pays homage to the seven-mile Capital Crescent Trail.

These Billionaires From MD Make New List Of World's Richest

The world's billionaires are richer than ever, worth a record $20.1 trillion, up $4 trillion from last year. See Marylanders on the list.

MD Man Wins $50,000 Powerball Prize

A Chevy Chase man won $50,000 in the Powerball drawing after purchasing a ticket at a local Giant Food location.

New Lifestyle Store Opens At Montgomery Mall

Lifestyle Essentials is holding its grand opening this weekend at Montgomery Mall. Here's what you need to know.

MoCo Man Sentenced In 2022 Baltimore Co. Murder

Keith Brian Russell, a 40-year-old man from Bethesda, was sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murder of a man in Dundalk.

Workers Rescued After Trench Collapse

Two men were rescued from a trench collapse along a Bethesda building after one worker was able to extricate himself without help.

Electrical Fire Breaks Out In Bethesda Home

An electrical fire that broke out inside a single-family house on Sunday was traced back to a basement panel, officials said.

Major Luxury Department Store Chain To Shutter Only MD Location

The company said it plans to shutter 15 locations, just weeks after it announced the closing of nine other stores.

2026 Primary: Who's Running For Bethesda-Chevy Chase

With submissions closed, Patch has compiled a list of the Bethesda-Chevy Chase contenders vying for a county seat in the June primary.

MD Coach Wins Big At Wizards Game: Report

Christopher Singleton, a coach and admissions counselor at Georgetown Prep, won thousands of dollars at a recent Washington Wizards game.

Man Tied To Senior Living Shooting Competent To Stand Trial: Report

The man at the center of the fatal shooting that took place at a senior living facility was ruled competent to stand trial.

Montgomery Co. Seeking Donations For Annual Prom Giveaway

Montgomery County Recreation is collecting new and gently used dresses, suits, and accessories for its annual Prom Couture Closet event.

Adult Bike, E-Scooter Classes Come to Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Montgomery County will be hosting adult bike and e-scooter classes across April, May and June. Here's what you need to know.

Man Who Killed American University Professor Sentenced

The man convicted of killing American University professor Sue Ann Marcum in October 2010 was sentenced to 25 years in prison.

Char'd Is Days Away From Opening First MD Restaurant

After operating a food truck in Gaithersburg, Char'd is officially opening its first brick-and-mortar site in Maryland this week.

Fatal Cogir Senior Living Shooting Was 'Planned': Report

Fresh details of the fatal Feb. 14 shooting at a senior home are coming to light after the man arrested in the case was denied bond.

Professional MD Organizer Caught Stealing

A Gaithersburg man who worked as a professional organizer was charged with theft after police determined he stole from a Bethesda home.

Whitman Wrestlers Master Hardships On Road To Three-Peat

Students who make up the Walt Whitman High School wrestling program showed resilience in the face of hardship on their road to a new title.

Cogir Employee Arrested In Fatal Shooting At Senior Living Facility

Maurquise Emillo James of Baltimore was arrested in the fatal Feb. 14 shooting of a millionaire resident at a Potomac senior living home.

Arrest Made In Fatal Shooting At Senior Living Facility: Police

The Montgomery County Police Department has said an arrest was made in the shooting death of 87-year-old Robert Fuller Jr.

Watch: Police Cruisers Smashed During Illegal Car Rally

Two Montgomery Co. Police cruisers were seriously damaged over the weekend as officers responded to an illegal car rally in Chevy Chase.