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Maryland’s Education ‘Blueprint’ Struggles to Expand Pre-K
Maryland’s education plan, The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, aims to expand pre-K access for all 3- and 4-year-olds in the state.
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Montgomery County Police Secures $500K Federal Grant To Fight Opioid and Firearm Crimes
Montgomery County Police recently received a $499,993 competitive Federal grant to tackle the opioid epidemic and firearm-related challenges.
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Opioid Deaths Spur Push for Kids to Carry Naloxone
Currently, a disparate and ambiguous set of district-level policies has created confusion on the role students may play in preventing opioid deaths among their peers. But a bill before the Maryland General Assembly aims to provide a clear and uniform set of standards.
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Lawmakers Work Toward Solution on Juvenile Justice
Sen. Will Smith, D-Montgomery County, said that lawmakers will “do whatever makes sense to ensure that, obviously, our youth have the supports to succeed and public safety is upheld.”
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Councilmembers Vote to Loosen Parking Requirements Near Public Transit Stations
The Montgomery County Council voted on a bill Tuesday that would eliminate parking requirements for newly constructed residential developments near public transit stations.
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Montgomery County Gun Buyback: Interfaith GVP Network Aims to Hit $30,000 Goal by April 20
The D.C. Area Interfaith GVP Network is collaborating with the Montgomery County Sheriff and State’s Attorney to organize a gun buyback event on April 20 in Germantown.
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Renters Alliance Hosts Councilmember Kate Stewart, Discusses Pending Legislation
Montgomery Council Vice President Kate Stewart discussed upcoming legislation aimed at protecting renters on Wednesday evening at the Montgomery County Renters Alliance Town Hall.
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Hiring Alert: Montgomery County Recreation Seeks Summer Staff – Job Fair Dates Revealed
Montgomery County Recreation seeks part-time, seasonal employees for the 2024 summer season. Various positions are available, including camp directors, assistant directors, camp counselors, and lifeguards.
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Clear Out Your Closet for a Cause: Donate to Project Prom Dress
Montgomery County Recreation is currently accepting donations of gently used and new dresses, suits, and accessories for students to select from during the third “Project Prom Dress” giveaway event.