Extreme heat descending on Maryland this week has prompted Montgomery County officials to delay July 4th fireworks by at least 30 minutes.
China Taste, a beloved Chinese eatery that operated just off Rockville Pike for decades, permanently closed as owners sought to retire.
An investigation into the crash that killed a 76-year-old Potomac, Maryland, woman continues as police say it could take months to finish.
Although votes have yet to be finalized, Councilmember Will Jawando has claimed victory in the Democratic primary for county executive.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in Rockville.
The unofficial results for the 2026 primary in Montgomery County filed in from hundreds of election precincts. Here are some takeaways.
Marcus Jones was appointed as Montgomery County Public Schools' security chief after serving nearly 40 years as the county's police chief.
A 20-year-old Rockville man was identified as the motorcyclist killed in a crash that occurred on Norbeck Road over the weekend.
A woman was pronounced dead in Rockville after the car she was driving collided with a cable barricade inside a parking garage.
Voters will whittle down the pool of candidates by casting their ballots in Maryland's primary election on Tuesday. Here's who is running.
Council candidate Fatmata Barrie tells Patch she'll be "bringing a stronger focus on community engagement, responsiveness, and results."
Izola Shaw, a 3rd District candidate tells Patch she'll be bringing a "co-governance leadership style" to the County Council, if elected.
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The motorcycles made contact, causing both riders to lose control, according to police.
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Vicki Vergagni, who's running to serve as an at-large councilmember tells Patch she's looking to make homeownership more affordable.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue helped a fawn stuck in a window well and nearly rescued a bird this week in Potomac.
A fifth grader serving as a safety patrol at Brooke Grove Elementary School in Olney was honored for life-saving action he took in March.
Residents are being warned to steer clear of a stormwater pond and nearby streams in Rockville and Gaithersburg due to elevated PFAS levels.
A father and daughter from Silver Spring were arrested and charged in connection to a stabbing that occurred on June 4.
As the primary election draws near, stay up to date on everything you need to know with Patch's 2026 voter guide.
At-Large school board candidate Omar Lazo tells Patch he wants to enforce "stronger oversight and discipline" to the MCPS budget process.
BOE candidate Brett DiResta tells Patch he wants to build an AI-forward MCPS that teaches kids about the tool without creating a dependency.
At-large school board candidate Brenda Diaz tells Patch she'll be fostering an environment where parents have a "real seat at the table."
Wylea Chase tells Patch that she's running for the at-Large school board seat to ensure all students are "truly" being served by the system.
3rd District school board candidate Cassi Sung tells Patch she intends to be a "data-driven decision maker" for students she's representing.
At-Large County candidate Lelia True tells Patch that she'll be using her military and private sector experience to strengthen the Council.
At-Large candidate Karla Silvestre tells Patch she'll be tackling affordability on the Council by focusing on the county's economic growth.
At-large candidate Steve Solomon tells Patch that Montgomery County needs to find a way to match its spending with economic growth.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will be implementing new parking rates next month. See where you'll be affected.
3rd District County Council candidate Allison Eriksen tells Patch she's aiming to use her federal work experience to strengthen the county.
Jeremiah Pope, who's running to serve as an at-large councilmember, told Patch he wants to make the county more affordable and competitive.
At-large candidate Matt Losak told Patch that housing stability, affordability, and quality is one of the major issues impacting the county.
A popular Montgomery County road was top-ranked in a listing of roadways traveled by the "most passive-aggressive" drivers in the nation.
Ingleside's management entity, Westminster Ingleside Group (WING), will provide operational and management services support
The public is being urged to stay on alert after Rockville City Police said a rabid fox attacked a woman and two dogs.
A total of 415 jobs within the Montgomery County Public School system will be cut after the school board approved its 2027 operating budget.
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The 2026 Ice Cream Trail features over a dozen creameries taking part in a statewide campaign highlighting Maryland's dairy industry.