Caring for Your Family

CCACC and AARP Family Caregiving Event

Competitive Eater From MD Dies: Patch PM

Fall foliage timeline | "Wire" actor disappears | Seasonal jobs hiring | Teens sentenced in officer's murder | World-ranked eater passes.

CCACC Shows Support for the Community

CCACC Takes Place in Rockville's Non-Profit Fair

'My Kids Are Gone,' Says Father Of Missing Hoggle Kids At Vigil

Sarah and Jacob Hoggle, who disappeared nearly five years ago, were remembered at a candlelight vigil Saturday organized by their father.

Business Golf Classic Scheduled For September: GGCC

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce's 29th Annual Business Golf Classic aims to offer networking opportunities for residents.

Dead Zone, Food Star, Supreme Appeal: News Nearby

Top news from Maryland Patches, including the conclusion of the high school football hazing case. Plus, how to share your news.

Community Heroes Making a Difference

CCACC PAVHC Blood Drive - Donate Blood, Save a Life

Spa Owner Charged With Human Trafficking: Patch PM

Firefighter falls from ladder truck | Massive home for sale | Vote by mail program | Best colleges for the value | Police shut down "spa."

Sunflowers In Montgomery County Now In 'Peak Bloom'

The sunflowers at McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area in Poolesville are now in 'peak bloom.' But come quick: they won't last long.

As UFOs 'Arrive' In News, See Latest Germantown Sightings

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sighting in Germantown.

Racial Equity And Social Justice Discussion Held June 26

Montgomery County leaders will host a Community Conversation on Racial Equity and Social Justice on Wednesday, June 26 in Germantown.

Germantown Native Becomes Yale's First Black Student Body Prez

Germantown native Kahlil Greene​ made history when he was elected Yale University's first black student body president.

Beer Bucks: How Much Moola Suds Bring To Germantown

A new report shows how the beer industry affects every local economy in America. See what the researchers found for Germantown.

Chesterbrook Academy Students in Germantown Hold Ladybug Release

Students recognized Earth Day by releasing 1,500 ladybugs in their schoolyard to help local vegetation

Mayor Resigns, Jonas Brothers Reunion, Women Missing: News Nearby

Top news from Maryland, including two women who went shopping April 30 and never returned. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

Here Are The 2019 Boston Marathon Runners From Germantown

The 2019 Boston Marathon is on Monday, April 15. Here are the runners from Germantown.

MD Man's Alleged Terror Plot Involved U-Haul: Patch PM

Local soldier killed abroad | MD city makes 'best places' list | Home on MTV listed for sale | Suspected terror plot at National Harbor.

Football Hazing Rapes: 3rd Case Sent To Juvenile Court | Patch PM

$100K worth of cocktails | Harford helps family who lost son | Sobriety checkpoint at bridge | School bus crash | PG homicide: Patch PM

Third Grade Honors Community and Traditions on Valentine's Day

Third grade students delivered muffins to Barnesville School neighbors and then sat down for a traditional tea.

Chesterbrook Academy Donates Clothing & Food to Local Nonprofits

Students held donation drives to support Manna Food Center and Interfaith Works Clothing Center

County Residents To Be Inducted Into Human Rights Hall of Fame

Because of their altruism, six Montgomery County residents will be inducted into the 2018 Human Rights Hall of Fame in Germantown.

How To Post On Germantown Patch

Patch is a hyperlocal community platform. We're dedicated to making our content relevant to our readers; and we want your help!

Service is Focus of Barnesville’s Annual ‘Walk Strong' Event

Barnesville students participate in an annual walk-a-thon and community service project to support the Frederick Rescue Mission.

MD Bear Rescued After 3-Day Struggle: Patch PM

What Marylanders fear most | National retailer closing 5 MD stores | Crazy ex sentenced to 70 years | Scammers pretend to be utility workers

Authorities ID Teen Who Died In I-270 Crash: Reports

Northwest High School in Germantown held a moment of silence Thursday for the teen, a senior at the school, say media reports.

Suspected Serial Rapist Arrested: Patch PM

Tom Clancy's 537-acre estate for sale | 5 shot in murder-suicide | Hurricane dogs rescued | Viking ship arrives | MD crews go to Carolinas.

Chesterbrook Academy Students Raise Over $250 for Red Nose Day

Students hosted a variety of fundraisers throughout the summer to raise funds for the Red Nose Day campaign

Mistress Sentenced, Phone Scam, Best Colleges: News Nearby

Top news from Maryland, including a phone scam targeting a specific population. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

Where To Get Cheapest Gas For Labor Day Weekend In Germantown

Gas prices have fallen over the last month but are significantly more than a year ago.

Pledge Protest, Recycling Fire, Official Apology: News Nearby

Top news from Maryland, including a large fire at a recycling plant. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

Love Germantown? Share Your Stories By Becoming A Patch Mayor

The Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in Germantown.

Love Germantown? Share Your Stories By Becoming A Patch Mayor

The Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in Germantown.

Black Bear Kills 2 Ponies In Western Maryland: DNR

State wildlife officials tagged and released a black bear that killed 2 ponies in western Maryland recently.

$280 Fine For Killing 2 Officers: Patch PM

Water rescues surge | Poisonous snake bite reported | Action required to uphold OC's topless ban | Maryland's most googled health condition.

Numerous Power Outages Reported In Montgomery County Tuesday

BREAKING: Around one hundred Montgomery County offices and businesses are without power as a heat advisory is in effect.

Mom Goes Into Labor At Fire Station: Patch PM

Kidnapping charge filed | Best road trips | Ellicott City businesses reopen | Major crashes | Starbucks closing some stores.

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool in Germantown Holds Ladybug Launch

Students celebrated the environment by releasing hundreds of beneficial bugs in their schoolyard for Earth Day

Gourmet Dogs | Naked Jog | Liquor Store Sales | News Nearby

Top headlines from Maryland Patches, including one county selling liquor stores. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

Pest Truck Hits Chipotle: Patch PM

Cherry blossom peak date delayed | Horses run wild on MD interstate | Healthiest communities list | Marylanders march | Best grad schools.

Speeding Driver In 18-Vehicle Pileup Sought: Patch PM

Substitute teacher charged with sex abuse | Casting call for Melanias and Michelles | Free pizza for Marylanders | $1M lotto winner.