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Council members unenthused about options for county’s trash
While most council members seemed inclined to close the incinerator for environmental reasons, they expressed skepticism about alternatives.
Council overturns Elrich’s veto of planning board member
This was the second time the county executive vetoed the appointment of James Hedrick.
Should the county close or refurbish its aging incinerator?
The council will weigh options for the incinerator this fall. One controversial option includes increasing the amount of trash the county long-hauls to a landfill in Virginia.
It’s crunch time for the Montgomery County Council. Here’s its to-do list.
After a seven-week recess, the Montgomery County Council will reconvene Tuesday with a jam-packed agenda.
5 days after heart attack, Jawando promises to be back to work soon
Will Jawando, 43, the Democratic nominee for county executive in the November general election, had been hospitalized since Saturday after having a heart attack during a pickup basketball game.
Judge rules against backers of initiative to cap Montgomery County spending
Control MoCo Spending fell 302 signatures short of qualifying its proposed charter amendment for November’s ballot, according to the Montgomery County Board of Elections.
The partial Red Line shutdown is almost over. Here’s what it allowed Metro to build.
The 6,000-square-foot mezzanine, which sits about 150 feet underground, will allow Metro passengers to connect to the Purple Line, and vice versa.
Family mourns mother, daughter as 8-year-old remains in critical condition after Bethesda crash
A judge denied bond to the suspect in the fatal crash, in which two family members died and two were injured.
Elrich plans to veto Planning Board member’s appointment — again
Plus: Control MoCo Spending challenges elections board in court; data center developer withdraws challenge of Elrich’s moratorium
Tempers rise at Gaithersburg community meeting as questions arise over police shooting
The event, hosted by council member Dawn Luedtke, was intended to focus on community resources.
Former Rockville council member Beryl Feinberg served in — and beyond — local government
Feinberg was a member of the Rockville City Council from 2013 through 2023. She was particularly passionate about advocating for public services and finding common ground during housing development debates.
You’ve heard of little free libraries. But have you checked out Rockville’s trinket library?
Rockville's free trinket trade library has taken on a life of its own.
Montgomery County officials are concerned about changes to Head Start
If the proposed Head Start changes are approved, they could create additional financial strain on Montgomery County.
MOM’s Organic Market says employees won’t need doctor’s note to wear masks
MOM’s said that the policy is part of a “broader dress code update that includes uniforms and name tags, all intended to support the customer experience.”
Red Line commuters’ summer detour is nearly over. Three stations will reopen Sept. 7.
Construction this summer has shut down Metro’s Bethesda, Medical Center and Grosvenor-Strathmore stops since July 6.
MOM’s Organic Market bans employees from wearing face masks while working
Employees at MOM’s Organic Market locations across the state are demanding answers after the Rockville-based grocery chain instituted a policy prohibiting them from wearing medical face masks on the job.
Proposed amendment to cap Montgomery County spending inches closer to the ballot
Plus: County announces new Vision Zero initiatives for pedestrian and cyclist safety.
Purple Line builder announces next round of nonprofit grant recipients
Among the latest grant recipients: Community Health and Empowerment through Education and Research (CHEER) in Long Branch and Takoma Park and the Ebenezer Church of God’s back-to-school supplies drive in Landover Hills.
Montgomery County teachers union reopens endorsement process
The county teachers union has had substantial influence in local elections with what is known as its Apple Ballot.
Is Montgomery County’s plastic bag ban working?
The Maryland Sierra Club said its study shows that reusable bag use has risen by 23% since the law went into effect on Jan. 1.
