Council: Wheaton Redevelopment Discussion Postponed

Find out the rescheduled date.

Parts of Capitol Hill Evacuated After Suspicious Packages, Envelope Found

Police are reportedly questioning a man in connection with the discoveries.

Navarro Criticizes Leggett on Wheaton Redevelopment, Small Business Assistance

Montgomery County Council President Nancy Navarro laid out her concerns in a memo to County Executive Isiah Leggett Tuesday.

WSSC Proposes 7.25 Percent Rate Increase

Montgomery County Council's Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee reviews the request on Monday morning.

Council Weighs Options for Park and Planning Headquarters in Wheaton

County agencies would not be relocated to Wheaton under two options being considered.

Park and Planning: Reedie Drive Headquarters Would Need More Land

The Montgomery County Council discussed buying land adjacent to the Mid-County Regional Services Center in a closed session in March, according to Council President Nancy Navarro.

Council Committees to Discuss Wheaton Redevelopment Friday

Councilmembers will consider where the new Park and Planning headquarters should be located and whether it should include significant office space for county agencies.

Let the Shopping Begin! Wheaton Costco Opens

The membership warehouse store opened to a flood of customers at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday in the Westfield Wheaton mall.

Montgomery County Council: Andrews Proposes Energy Tax Reduction

Plan aims to improve business competitiveness by reducing raises for county employees.

Community Meeting: What's the Plan for Brookside Gardens?

The April 24 meeting will be about the Master Plan for Brookside Gardens and concepts for a new growing greenhouse.

Report: Cause of Connecticut Ave. Water Main Break Still Unknown

The fiber optic monitoring system meant to warn WSSC of impending breaks in the water main did not fail, WSSC engineers said, Bethesda Now reported.

#MoCo Online: What Montgomery County Is Doing with Social Media

County government disseminates information via social media. Patch brings it to you.

Connecticut Ave. Water Main Break Investigations Continue

On Monday, at 9:30 a.m., the Montgomery County Council's Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee will be briefed on what has been learned so far about the water main break at Chevy Chase Lake Drive and Connecticut Avenue.

Top Headlines Near Wheaton: Dress Code Debacle, Cherry Blossom Delay, Apartment Fire Death

Get caught up on headlines from around Montgomery County.

Wheaton Company Awarded $62 Million Security Contract

The contract is with the Federal Protective Service in the Department of Homeland Security, Government Security News reports.

Planning Department Features Bike Expert in Speaker Series

The county planning department's next featured speaker will talk about linking transportation policies with bicycle use. The free public lecture takes place at 7 p.m. on April 9.

How to Voice Your Opinion About Wheaton Redevelopment

Here are some ways to join in the conversation and share your thoughts about the future of Wheaton.

When Will County Council Discuss Wheaton Redevelopment?

Find out when Montgomery County Council committees are planning to discuss changes for Wheaton redevelopment.

Comptroller: Why You Should File Taxes Electronically

Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot visited his office's Wheaton branch on Tuesday.

Taste of Wheaton: No Exhibitor Booths This Year

Find out what will be taking their place.

Wheaton Redevelopment: Different Site Considered for Park and Planning Headquarters

In addition, Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett is recommending against moving county agencies from Rockville to share space with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission in Wheaton, citing high costs.

Report: Leggett Opposes Moving County Agencies to Park and Planning Headquarters in Wheaton

Montgomery County's executive says the move would cost too much, The Washington Examiner reports.

Van Hollen Among 68 Reps Calling for Pedestrian, Bike Safety

A bipartisan group of congressional members sends a letter to transportation secretary urging him to find ways to reduce fatalities.

Five Public Hearings for County Budget Scheduled in April

Find out ways you can comment on the budget proposals.

ICC Speed Limit Officially Increases to 60 MPH This Weekend

Weather permitting, officials will change posted limits on Friday and Saturday.

What Would the Glenmont Enterprise Zone Look Like?

These maps show the proposed area where tax breaks could spur development and attract investment.

135th White House Easter Egg Roll Could be Scrambled by Sequestration

Mandatory budget cuts could cancel the century-old tradition.

Top Headlines: Water Main Break, Aspen Hill Shooting, All-Female Council

Get caught up on headlines you might've missed in Montgomery County.

Can I Bring My Pie on the Plane? Spring Break Tips for Safe Flying

A guide to current Transportation Security Administration rules.

Glenmont Enterprise Zone Bill Clears House of Delegates

The legislation goes next to the Maryland State Senate.

Planners Want Travel Lanes Dedicated for Bus Network

The travel lanes are part of a proposal for a 79-mile bus rapid transit system using 10 routes across the county.

Gilchrist Center Joins Plans for New Wheaton Library

The multicultural resource and educational center would move from its offices on Reedie Drive.

Report: Montgomery County Police Could Get First Pay Raise In Four Years

County lawmakers question how raises will affect the $134 million budget hole in fiscal 2014.

O'Malley: Why Maryland is a Model State for Domestic Violence Programs

Gov. Martin O'Malley talks about one of the reasons Maryland was a model state for a Department of Justice domestic violence initiative. Vice President Joe Biden and Attorney General Eric Holder made the announcement in Rockville Wednesday.

Got Questions for the Montgomery County Executive?

Isiah Leggett will host a virtual town hall next Tuesday, March 19.

Wheaton Redevelopment: 'A High Degree of Frustration in the Community'

A letter to the Montgomery County executive from a Wheaton advisory committee asks for more transparency for the project's timeline and funding for small business assistance.

Questions Remain for Wheaton Redevelopment Plan

The Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee discussed the plan's moving parts Tuesday.

New Assistant Police Chiefs Confirmed by Council

One of the assistant chiefs will head a newly formed bureau in a department reorganization.

Wheaton Undocumented Immigrants May Soon Be Eligible for Driver’s Licenses

The new Maryland HIghway Safety Act could change daily routines for undocumented immigrants living in Wheaton and Silver Spring.

Five Pedestrian, Bicyclist Deaths: What Must Be Done?

A bicyclist's death this week marked the fifth fatal collision in the eastern and middle areas of Montgomery County since late January.