Returning to life in the shadows

Returning to life in the shadows

Many undocumented immigrants learned they are ineligible for a deportation protection program.

Going Out Guide

Going Out Guide

Going Out Guide for Montgomery County, Aug. 16-22.

Man convicted in stabbing death of girl

Man convicted in stabbing death of girl

David R. Hang was found guilty of murder in the 2011 death of his 12-year-old stepdaughter, Jessica Nguyen of Gaithersburg.

Things to do in Montgomery County

Things to do in Montgomery County

Montgomery community events for Aug. 16-23 include the county fair, beginners classes on technology, a back-to-school event for Rockville students, and quilting and sewing group meetings

Crime listings for Montgomery County

Among incidents reported by Montgomery County, Rockville and Takoma Park police

Animal Watch cases for Montgomery County

A black Lab is quarantined in Garrett Park; an escaped dog is reunited with its owner in Silver Spring; plus, where to view adoptable pets this weekend.

Home sales in Montgomery, Frederick counties

Residential real estate transactions in Montgomery County and Frederick County

Rosenwald, Md.

Movers ditch van, use bikes instead

An unusual move unfolded the other day in College Park when furniture was pedaled from one home to another.

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Rosenwald, Md.

Rosenwald, Md.

Maryland grabs gold over Virginia

Maryland is ahead of its neighbor across the river in the Olympics medal count. It’s Maryland 7, Virginia 3.

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Rosenwald, Md.

Rosenwald, Md.

Md. town wants a stop sign camera

In a new twist, Glen Echo wants a stop sign camera near the famous Glen Echo Park.

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Rosenwald, Md.

The Buzz

Would you want the Olympics in the District?

Discussions have been informal, but the possibility of a 2024 D.C. games is there. Let us know what you think.

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Things to do in Montgomery County

Things to do in Montgomery County

Montgomery community events for Aug. 16-23 include the county fair, beginners classes on technology, a back-to-school event for Rockville students, and quilting and sewing group meetings

Crime listings for Montgomery County

Among incidents reported by Montgomery County, Rockville and Takoma Park police

Animal Watch cases for Montgomery County

A black Lab is quarantined in Garrett Park; an escaped dog is reunited with its owner in Silver Spring; plus, where to view adoptable pets this weekend.

Home sales in Montgomery, Frederick counties

Residential real estate transactions in Montgomery County and Frederick County

Home sales in Montgomery, Frederick counties

Residential real estate transactions in Montgomery County and Frederick County

Montgomery County community calendar, Aug. 9 to 16, 2012

Montgomery events Aug. 9-16, 2012, include the county fair, a puppet show and other events.

Crime listings for Montgomery County

Among incidents reported by police in Montgomery County, Rockville and Takoma Park

Montgomery County Animal Watch

Cases in Chevy Chase and Clarksburg; plus, where to view pets for adoption this weekend.

Home sales listings for Montgomery, Frederick counties

Residential real estate transactions in Montgomery County and Frederick County.

Things to do in Montgomery County

Events for the week include outdoor concerts and free movies, children’s literacy programs and magic shows, farmers markets, crafts and workshops at the libraries.

Crime listings for Montgomery County

Among incidents recorded by Montgomery County, Rockville and Takoma Park police

Montgomery County pet adoptions

In Germantown, baby rabbits fall into a basement window well; in Silver Spring, a pit bull-type dog charges at a woman and her dog; plus, where to view animals up for adoption this weekend.

Montgomery County Animal Watch

One dog in Germantown leaves home through an open window while another gets a reprieve from temporary housing in a crate on a hot porch in Silver Spring. Plus, where to find cats and dogs for adoption.

Crime listings for Montgomery County

Among incidents recorded by police in Montgomery County, Rockville and Takoma Park

This week’s activities in Montgomery County

Montgomery community events for July 26-Aug. 2 include outdoor concerts, children’s literacy programs and magic shows, farmers markets and free movies.

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Reliving the War of 1812

Dozens of reenactors participated in the Battle of Bladensburg, which helped kick off observances of the War of 1812’s 200th anniversary.

A ‘post-hippie’ Takoma Park?

The city may have started to leave the ‘60s behind.

D.C. area thunderstorms

Homes and businesses across D.C., Maryland and Virginia lost power on June 29.

Virginia man undergoes full face transplant

Richard Norris lost his lips, nose and the front of his tongue in a gun accident 15 years ago.

Gaithersburg celebrates St. Patrick’s Day

Grand marshals are singer Cathy Ponton King and radio personality Robert Carson.

Montgomery County student, family win reprieve from deportation

Jorge Steven Acuna and his parents were detained on March 8 and scheduled to be deported.

Signs of spring

Well before winter’s end, the region was experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures.

Md. teachers union emphasizes collaboration

The Montgomery County Education Association is on the cutting edge of teacher unionism, working with the school board on spending proposals, rather than fighting it.

Homeless in Montgomery County

Homelessness grew as the county struggled with its budget.

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