Germantown Native Conducts Chemistry Research

Mary Yenca, a Germantown Native, participated in the prestigious REU program at the University of Tennessee.

Germantown-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Hospital Capacity In Germantown Area: Update

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Montgomery County.

Montgomery County Coronavirus Transmission 'Moderate': CDC

Cases are spiking across much of the U.S., triggering the CDC to recommend expanded mask use.

MD Weekend Events: Lighthouse Reopening, Oyster Roast, Peach Day

Check out some of Maryland's weekend events from Aug. 6 to Aug. 8: a lighthouse reopening, short-attention-span theatre & a corn roast.

At-Risk Germantown Man Missing, Seen Leaving Medical Center

Tyl Love, 27, was last seen leaving a medical center on Connecticut Avenue in Kensington, police say. He left without his phone and money.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Montgomery County

Many in the Germantown area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Germantown Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Nationally, around 101,000 eateries received grants, including some in the Germantown area.

Back To School: Germantown 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Germantown can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

$2M Lotto Ticket Sold At Germantown 7-Eleven

A $2 million Powerball lottery ticket was sold at a Germantown 7-Eleven. As of Monday, no one has stepped forward to claim it.

Masks Required In MOCO Schools, Regardless Of Vaccination Status

All students and faculty will be required to wear masks in MOCO school buildings this upcoming year regardless of vaccination status.

Muffins Sold At Walmart, Sam's Club Recalled For Listeria

The voluntary recall affects more than two dozen products sold at 7-Eleven, Stop & Shop, Walmart or Sam's Clubs nationwide.

'Ride Free' Staying For People Over 65 On MOCO Buses Longterm

People over 65 and people with disabilities will be able to ride MOCO buses for free longterm, even pandemic-era fare cuts end.

Which Germantown Businesses Got PPP Loans

The Paycheck Protection Program benefited nearly 12 million businesses in the U.S., including some in Germantown.

Energy Benchmark Proposal Sees Support At First Public Hearing

A proposal to create energy guidelines for some commercial buildings and multi-family homes in the county was praised at a hearing Tuesday.

Gunshots Reported In Germantown, No Victims Found By Police

Montgomery County Police responded to calls about gunshots in Germantown early Thursday morning. No victims have been found.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Germantown Area

Blood platelet and type O donations are in high demand.

MD Weekend Events: Honey Harvest, Kids Concert, Comic Cons

It's not too late to fill your calendars with things to do. Attend concerts, go to Comic Con, or find other Maryland weekend events here.

Earn Digital Literacy Certificates In New MOCO Library Program

The libraries will now offer Northstar Digital Literacy, which helps people learn and test themselves on basic literacy skills.

$1 Million Lotto Unclaimed in Germantown: Check Your Tickets

A $1 million Multi Match lotto ticket purchased at Germantown Beer & Wine on July 5 has so far gone unclaimed.

Germantown Student Win National Merit Scholarship In Last Round

More National Merit Scholarship winners of college-sponsored awards were announced this week. One Germantown student won.

MOCO Adoptable Pets: Petee, Bucky, Bill, Marley, Dribble

Looking to adopt a pet? Consider Petee, Bucky, Bill, Marley or Dribble, all from the Montgomery County Adoption Center.

Unemployment Rate Improves In Germantown Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Montgomery County is lower than the Maryland average.

MOCO Weekend Events, Foodie Edition: Restaurant Week, Beer Fest

Have a Montgomery County foodie experience this weekend. Try out some of these recurring events to get the best food and drink around.

CCACC Contributes to the Safety of Chinese Community through YWC

Yellow Whistle Project has been raising awareness about the hate crimes against Asian Americans, and CCACC Contributes to that.

Landlord Sued: Tenants Say They Are Charged Illegal Water Fees

A Germantown landlord was sued on Wednesday after tenants said they are charged illegal water fees, some totaling more than a month's rent.

MOCO Police Offering Reward For Information About January Killing

The Montgomery County Police Department said it believes members of the public have information about the killing of Russell Troy Huffman.

What's Open, Closed For Fourth Of July 2021 Around Germantown

See what's staying open over the Fourth of July weekend and what will be closed in Germantown.

4th Of July Weather: Holiday Forecast For Germantown

Are we in for storms or sunny skies this 4th of July weekend? Check out the latest Germantown weather forecast.

Fireworks Near Me: Germantown’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Germantown.

MOCO Adoptable Pets: Sofi, Raven, Priest, Odie And Stuart Little

The Montgomery County Adoption Center is fully up and running. This week, we're featuring Sofi, Raven, Priest, Odie and Stuart Little.

FAFSA Completions Down In MD: How Germantown Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Germantown area high schools.

MD Weekend Events: Celebrate The 4th Of July Across The State

Celebrate Maryland's long weekend at parades, fireworks shows, a lakefront movie or live music performance.

Traveling This 4th Of July? Check Gas Prices In Germantown

Gas prices are at a seven-year high this Independence Day. Before you travel, see how much you can expect to pay at the pump.

Catching Up With MOCO: Read The Stories You Missed This June

It was a busy month in Montgomery County. Get caught up on everything you missed this June, from reopenings to new laws to vaccine updates.

Blood Donations Needed In Germantown Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Blood platelet and type O donations are in high demand.

4th Of July Travel: Best Time To Get Out Of Germantown

Independence Day travel is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels as more than 47 million people take to U.S. roads and skies this year.

Olympics Bound: Germantown HS Senior Named Gymnastics Alternate

Kayla DiCello, a Northwest High School senior who trains at Hill's Gymnastics in Gaithersburg, is a women's gymnastics alternate this year.

Deck Collapses In Germantown, Sending Six People To The Hospital

A deck on a Germantown townhouse collapsed Sunday night, the Montgomery Fire Department said. There were no life-threatening injuries.

MOCO Weekend Events: Yoga With Puppies, Concerts, Street Festival

Celebrate the first official weekend of summer by getting to weekend events in Montgomery County: yoga with puppies, farm markets and more.