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Montgomery County Launches Safety Portal for Late-Night Establishments
Montgomery County has launched a new application portal for certain late-night establishments that must now submit safety plans to Montgomery County Police.
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Metro Fare Hike Takes Effect Sunday: What Commuters Need to Know
Metro fares will increase on Sunday before the transit agency’s new budget takes effect on July 1.
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Commuter Alert: Fare Increases for Metro Bus and Rail on July 1
Metro fares are set to increase by 12.5 percent with the transit agency’s new budget that takes effect on July 1.
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Montgomery County Enacts Bill Restricting Hookah Lounge, Vape Shop Hours
The County Council passed a bill last week regulating hookah lounges, vape shops, and late-night establishments, setting new operating hour restrictions and penalties for violations.
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Elrich, Stewart, and County Leaders Address Downtown Silver Spring Safety Concerns
County Executive Marc Elrich highlighted collaborations with police, County Council, residents, and businesses to improve safety in downtown Silver Spring during a press conference on Wednesday morning.
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Elrich Addresses Concerns Over Downtown Silver Spring Crime, Safety
County Executive Marc Elrich discussed downtown Silver Spring crime concerns at his weekly media briefing, noting that the area’s perceived crime level does not match reality.
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Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board Discusses Public Safety, Importance of Local Reporting
Councilmember Evan Glass and local media representatives were featured guests at Monday’s Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board meeting, who discussed public safety updates and the importance of local journalism.
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County Councilmembers Discuss Bills That Address Housing, Safety
Council Vice President Kate Stewart highlighted three new bills during the Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board meeting Monday evening, which separately aim to address affordable housing, tenant protections and late-night business hours.
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Silver Spring Arts & Entertainment District Unveils Valentine’s Day ‘Box of Excitement’
The Silver Spring Arts and Entertainment District has announced a Valentine’s Day “Box of Excitement.”