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Montgomery County public libraries debut new online library card registration

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Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) are debuting a new online system that will allow county residents age 18 and older to apply for library cards. The online application system eliminates the need for appearing in person to apply for a card. Library cards provide access to

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Expanding the Drone as First Responder program

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On June 26, County Councilmembers Balcombe, Katz and Luedtke sponsored an UpCounty meeting on the Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program. Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) Captain Jason Cokinos explained the DFR program and its successes so far in

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MCPS seeks donations for “GIVE BACKpacks” campaign

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You can help students thrive this coming school year by donating as little as $20 to the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) “GIVE BACKpacks” campaign.

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Montgomery County Council confirms Assistant Chief Marc Yamada as next police chief 

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The Montgomery County Council on Tuesday, June 18, unanimously confirmed the appointment of Assistant Chief Marc Yamada to serve as the new chief of the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).

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Splash into adventure: Discover the joy of boating at Lake Whetstone

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by Darlene Richardson

The shadow of a great blue heron crosses over the still water as it flies to its high nest on a secluded island. Ducks call to each other from across the lake. Fish dart below the surface of the water trying to resist the temptation of the fisherman’s lore. What sights and sounds await you on Lake Whetstone this summer?

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