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July Fourth in Rockville
Rockville City Hall and some city facilities will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Most other Rockville facilities will operate as usual. Parking fees at city-owned meters will be suspended Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4. Recycling, yard waste and refuse collection will not be affected. The Rockville Senior Center…
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Celebrate America250 with Fireworks on the Fourth
Join your neighbors for a Rockville tradition as the city’s annual Independence Day celebration returns to King Farm, Saturday, July 4, with music, fireworks, fun and a theme that celebrates the nation’s 250th birthday. Hosted by the Mayor and Council, the celebration will once again be held from 7-10 p.m. at the 26-acre Mattie J.T. Stepanek…
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Surveying to Begin Week of July 13 for Water Main Rehabilitation Along Rockville Pike
Survey crews will begin field surveying the week of Monday, July 13, in neighborhoods along Rockville Pike between West Edmonston Drive and Congressional Lane as part of Rockville’s Water Main Rehabilitation Program. Residents may see survey crews, vehicles and equipment on their streets during this work. The field survey is the first step in planned…
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Weekly Crime Report for June 16 – 22, 2026
Hot Weather and Excessive Heat Safety Tips Summer vacations and more hours of daylight can mean that we spend more time outside. For those who work outdoors or have limited access to air conditioning indoors, excessive heat and sweltering temperatures can be not only uncomfortable, but dangerous for health. Keep these hot weather safety tips…
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Lincoln Park Community Center to Reopen July 1 After Year-Long Renovation
The Lincoln Park Community Center will officially reopen Wednesday, July 1, following a comprehensive renovation that began in May 2025. While some renovation work is yet to be completed, the center is inviting the community to a preview from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. June 22–30. The preview offers an opportunity to sign up for a center membership and…
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Water Shutoff Scheduled on Courthouse Square June 17
The City of Rockville will temporarily shut off water service at Courthouse Square No. 4 to perform improvements in the neighborhood. The shutdown is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In the event of rain, the work will be rescheduled for Thursday, June 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.…
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Weekly Crime Report for June 9 – 15, 2026
Outdoor Shelter and Weather Safety for Dogs Excessive heat, high humidity, and powerful thunderstorms can be hazardous and even deadly for dogs left unattended outdoors too long, housed in dog houses or outdoor enclosures that are insufficient for proper protection, or left in vehicles for even a few minutes. Keep dogs safe outdoors by following…
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Weekly Crime Report for June 2 – 8, 2026
Sign Up for Rockville’s News Alerts On Oct. 29, 2025, the City of Rockville launched its redesigned website to improve the Rockville community’s access to city departments and services. One exciting new feature is the ability to sign up to receive community alerts, meeting agendas and department news customized according to personal interests. Visit rockvillemd.gov/services/sign-up-for-news-and-meeting-alerts to…
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Regional Drought Watch Issued
The City of Rockville is asking residents and businesses to conserve water under a regional drought watch issued Wednesday, June 3 by the Drought Coordination Committee of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. The regional drought watch applies to nearly 6 million residents across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland and Northern Virginia. COG issued…