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Rockville Cemetery Featured on Rockville 11
The Rockville Cemetery Association and its mission to maintain a crucial part of Rockville’s history will be the focus of a special Rockville 11 series, beginning this month. The series will cover the cemetery’s restoration, and history of some of the legends for whom the cemetery is the final resting place. The first episode will…
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Mayor and Council to Continue Short-Term Rental Discussion
The Mayor and Council will hold a Monday, Feb. 22, work session to further discuss potential short-term residential rental regulations and consider input received from two public hearings on the topic. The work session will begin at 7 p.m. A short-term rental is when a dwelling unit, or part of a dwelling unit, is rented…
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Enroll Now for Montrose Discovery Preschool
In Search of Daycare? Now’s the Time to Plan Ahead! Spaces are available at Montrose Discovery Preschool for kids aged 3-5. Rockville’s licensed preschool provides excellent care in a safe, clean environment! Smaller class sizes. Morning temperature checks. Face masks and physical distancing. More time outside, including free play, organized games, circle time and snack…
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Rockville’s Generosity on Display During 2020 Holiday Drive
Individuals and organizations around Rockville delivered a brighter Thanksgiving and Christmas for those in need through the 2020 Holiday Drive. This year, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the city requested cash donations only, instead of the usual collection of food and toys, and purchased gift cards for recipients in need. The 2020 Holiday Drive raised…
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City Eyes Start of Baltimore Road Improvements
Construction on a project to improve safety and access along Baltimore Road, a major east-west connection between the city’s east side and Rockville Town Center, is expected to begin later this winter. The project will improve convenience, accessibility and safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists, including pedestrian safety measures at several intersections and easier access…
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City of Rockville Declares Snow Emergency for Sunday
Parking Restrictions Take Effect at 9 A.M. UPDATE: The City of Rockville will collect trash and recycling as scheduled, Monday, Feb. 1. Rockville Swim and Fitness Center will be closed Monday. The City of Rockville has declared a snow emergency that will begin 9 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, when a winter storm is forecast to…
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Be Salt Wise in Winter
In the winter, salt keeps us safe while we are on the move, but it also leads to higher levels of salt in the region’s drinking water supply. Remember: More salt isn’t always best. Scatter deicer and leave space between the grains only after shoveling and clearing pavement. Sweep up any that is left after…
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Snow Business
Quick Links, Facts and Phone Numbers When winter weather strikes, turn to the city’s website at www.rockvillemd.gov. Closure and snow emergency information will be available on the website, as well as through Facebook (www.facebook.com/cityofrockville) and Twitter (@rockville411), and by signing up for Alert Rockville notifications at www.rockvillemd.gov/alerts.
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Where to Find Information on Montgomery County’s Vaccine Distribution
The state has expanded eligibility for all Marylanders 65 and over to begin receiving COVID-19 vaccines. Montgomery County is in Phase 1B for vaccine distribution, which includes residents age 75 and older. Please note that the vaccination program is administered by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services. For more about information about…