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City Police Invite Community for Coffee and Conversation
The Rockville City Police Department invites community members for Coffee with a Cop from 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 28 at The Bean Bag Deli at Main Street, 50 Monroe Place. RCPD officers will be on hand for informal one-on-one conversations with community members. Coffee with a Cop helps break down barriers between police officers and…
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Sponsors Wanted for Rockville Pride
Rockville is seeking sponsors to help mark a decade celebrating the city’s LGBTQ+ community at its annual Rockville Pride festival. Hosted by the city’s Human Rights Commission, Rockville Pride will be held 2-5 p.m. Sunday, June 7 at The Square in Rockville Town Center. Find more information, including a sponsorship application, at rockvillemd.gov/pride or email…
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Summer Camps Slots Still Available
Get ready for an unforgettable summer with something for every interest and imagination at Rockville’s summer camps. Camps are filling fast, so don’t wait to sign up. Kids ages 5-11 can join Park Adventures in King Farm Park, spending their days playing games, sports and water activities while making new friends. Each week brings fresh…
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Wheely Good Times Coming in May
Rockville will celebrate National Bike Month in May with rides, events and opportunities to connect with the community. The Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee will host a Bike Month Kickoff Ride on Saturday, May 2. Participants will meet 10 a.m. at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave. The casual 6-mile ride will travel along multiuse trails and…
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The Big Machines Are Back
Climb into the big seat of some of the city’s largest vehicles as Rockville celebrates National Public Works Week, Monday, May 18-Friday, May 22. The highlight of the week will be the city’s annual Public Works Equipment Show, scheduled for 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, 1800 Piccard Drive. The…
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Energize and Electrify for Earth Month
Celebrate Earth Month by tackling climate change. Reducing energy consumption and switching to electric power are two of the best ways to make an impact. What You Can Do Visit the Montgomery Energy Connection at montgomeryenergyconnection.org to find actions, resources, activities and events for all ages to help lower utility bills, save money and reduce…
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April Is Flood Awareness Month
Flooding is the most common natural disaster. Anywhere it can rain, it can flood. Taking steps now helps protect homes and neighborhoods before storms hit. Rockville offers a variety of resources to stay flood smart: Visit rockvillemd.gov/flooding for tools and resources. Help Shape Rockville’s Flood Resiliency Master Plan Rockville is developing a Flood Resiliency Master…
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Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Moves to Mayor and Council for Final Review
Rockville’s zoning ordinance rewrite and comprehensive map amendment have reached another milestone with the Planning Commission completing its review and forwarding recommendations to the Mayor and Council for consideration. The commission concluded its review Wednesday, Feb. 25, adopting advisory recommendations on the staff draft zoning ordinance and proposed zoning map. The recommendations do not change…
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Annual Police Report Highlights Crime Drop, Growth and Stronger Community Connections
The Rockville City Police Department marked 2025 with an overall 4.3% reduction in crime as it grew its ranks, expanded specialized units and reinforced its commitment to community policing, Chief Jason L. West wrote in the department’s newly released 2025 annual report. The report describes a department shifting “from a reactive law enforcement agency to…
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Weekly Crime Report for March 24 – 30, 2026
Protecting Yourself Against Vehicle Theft and Break-ins Keeping your vehicles safe and deterring potential criminals from targeting you remains a priority throughout the year. While remembering to use safe habits every day such as always locking your vehicles when you leave them, it’s a good idea to review helpful safety tips that industry experts advise…