WHEATON – In response to a federal policy that discourages the use of government aid, District 4 Councilmember Nancy Navarro and four Maryland legislatures hosted a family resource fair at the Wheaton…
Maryland politicians strive for increased security as hate crimes continue to rise
POTOMAC – About 250 members of the Jewish community listened as federal, state and county politicians pledged to fight hate-based crimes and beef up security at religious institutions during the fourt…
Maryland delegation asks USDA to reconsider SNAP changes
GAITHERSBURG – Members of the Maryland Congressional delegation recently attempted to put a stop to a risk of thousands of Marylanders and millions of U.S. residents not receiving benefits for their f…
Panel discusses Montgomery County’s food insecure issues
ROCKVILLE – More than 63,000 county residents are food insecure, meaning they are not able to get enough nutritious food regularly. And half of those hungry people are children, according to Dr. Trav…
Rockville Farmers Market provides more than fruits, veggies to community
ROCKVILLE — The Rockville Farmers Market has opened for business, with fresh fruits, vegetables and plants. The farmer’s market, located on Monroe Street near the County Council Office Building, opene…
