Want to Cut Down a Montgomery County Tree? Pay to Plant 3 More

Council members say legislation will protect the county’s tree canopy.

Glenmont Sector Plan Public Hearing Set for July 30

Planners envision a future Glenmont that transforms the central shopping center.

Pepco’s Upfront Charges Are a Big Change for Maryland

Gazette: Utility is the state’s first to charge customers for grid upgrades before the work is done.

Takoma Park’s Thomas Perez Confirmed as U.S. Labor Secretary

The former Montgomery County councilman was confirmed Thursday after a months-long delay.

Heather Mizeur: ‘I’m Running for Governor Because I Love This State’

The Takoma Park delegate, who also represents parts of Silver Spring, will run in a crowded field of hopefuls for Maryland governor.

Report: Pepco Rate Increase Will Raise Monthly Bills

A state regulatory board approved another rate hike for Pepco customers in Maryland.

What's the Next Step for a New Wheaton Library?

Two community meetings were held in June for the county's library and community recreation center renovation project.

Lawmakers Say Laser Law May Prevent Plane Crashes

Pilot reported a blinding light before the Asiana Airlines crash.

Montgomery County Judge Becomes First Woman on State’s Highest Court

Mary Ellen Barbera was appointed Chief Judge by Gov. Martin O’Malley.

Report: Why is Montgomery County Late in Posting Tax Bills?

The Gazette: Property tax bills are about a week late this year.

Same-Sex Couples Now Eligible For Federal Health Benefits

Supreme Court decision expands health care options for federal employees who are married to a same-sex partner.

Map: Wheaton Redevelopment Projects—Past, Present and Future

Locate projects that have been completed, as well as those still in the works.

Notice: Mid-County Hosts First CIP Budget Forum

What would you like to see in the next capital improvements program? Speak out at the July 11 forum.

Report: County Workers Save Taxpayers $430K in Three Years

An incentive program encourages Montgomery County government employees to come up with cost-saving plans—and sometimes they work.

Supreme Court Rules Defense of Marriage Act Unconstitutional

The ruling against the Defense of Marriage Act means same-sex couples should receive the same benefits as heterosexual couples.

Meeting Notice: Wheaton Library, Recreation Center Project

County Council Considers Changes to Bag Tax

Should Montgomery County's bag tax be altered so that it applies only to bags from food stores?

4 Steps Toward Wheaton Redevelopment

Find out what comes between the request for proposals and the start of construction.

Does Montgomery County Need Parking Requirements?

The question is raised as a zoning code update goes to a County Council hearing Tuesday.

Walking for Redevelopment in Wheaton

County officials took to the streets in Wheaton Saturday.

Planning Board Approves Glenmont Sector Plan

Find out what's next in the process for Glenmont revitalization.

Report: Civilians at Walter Reed Face July Sequestration Furloughs

WTOP: About 2,500 civilians, including caregivers for veterans, will be affected.

Former County Executive Jim Smith Named Maryland Transportation Secretary

The announcement was made at the site of a new $90 million project to widen Interstate 695.

Walking Tour Planned in Wheaton

Organizers of the Saturday walk hope it will spark discussion about redevelopment.

Wheaton Library, Rec Center Meetings Planned for June

The community can give input on renovation plans.

Delaney Endorses Duncan for Montgomery County Executive

Delaney: 'Doug Duncan’s record speaks for itself and his values and expertise are well-known around our county.'

State of Maryland to Cancel Three ICC Bus Routes?

Gaithersburg, Ft. Meade, Bethesda, Columbia and College Park could lose some public transportation options.

Word Clouding Council President's Budget Reaction: County! Budget! Montgomery!

'People,' 'testified' and 'college' also were big in Nancy Navarro's budget statement.

Berliner Calls for Better Electricity Service with 'Utility 2.0'

Montgomery County Council Member Roger Berliner asked the Maryland Public Service Commission to require that substantial changes be made to electricity services in the state.

Council Chooses Developer Approach for Wheaton

Montgomery County Council President Nancy Navarro, whose district includes Wheaton, shifted her support to a plan that would tie the Park and Planning headquarters to the rest of Wheaton redevelopment.

Councilmembers Divided on Wheaton Redevelopment Approach

Some councilmembers want to move forward with the Park and Planning headquarters, separate from other redevelopment in Wheaton; others want the headquarters to be part of an overall redevelopment strategy.

Report: Zoning Review Expedited for Vacant Aspen Hill Office Building

Move could pave way for Walmart. “I think that the community has spoken and the community wants retail at that location,” developer Bruce Lee tells The Gazette.

Council Committees to Discuss Wheaton Redevelopment Wednesday

The meeting is scheduled for 2 p.m. in Rockville.

Congress Gunning for Home Tax Deduction Favored in Montgomery County

A report by Pew Charitable Trusts found some areas in the Washington, DC suburbs benefit more from a controversial tax credit than any other place.

Financial Sector Helped Montgomery County Add 25,000 Jobs in Two Years

An outside company tallied the rate of job growth at 3.9 percent from 2010 to 2012, according to a report from county government.

The Scene: Aspen Hill Walmart Opponents Stage Rally

The scene from Tuesday's rally outside the Montgomery County Council building in Rockville.

Report: Food Recovery Program May Cost $200,000

A work group requested the funds to help start a program that would redistribute wasted food to people in need.

Wheaton Case at Center of Justice Dept. Support for Citizens Recording Police

Justice Department sends notice to Maryland court on behalf of citizens who photograph or videotape police in public.

Wheaton Costco Gas Station Hearings Begin Friday

The first of eight hearings for Costco's special exception application for a 16-pump gas station in Wheaton takes place April 26.

Report: Montgomery Council President on Shortlist for Lt. Governor's Running Mate

Maryland Juice: Navarro, other county pols, could join Brown in gubernatorial bid.