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Free Emergency Preparedness Training Class in Gaithersburg, MD The Montgomery County Department of Police, in partnership with the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service and the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, are hosting a free emergency preparedness tr...
01/15/2019

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Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins Yields: 4 Servings     Ingredients: Cooking spray 2 c. long grain rice 1 (10.5-oz.) can cream of chicken soup 1 (10.5-oz.) can cream of mushroom soup 1 c. water 1 tsp. dried oregano 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts Kosher salt Freshly ground black p...
01/15/2019

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Hibiscus, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USA IMG 1824 I finally finished shoveling snow today. The winter storm lingered over our area longer than expected and it resulted in much additional snow. Schools and many offices are closed today.I posted this photograph in some Facebook groups tod...
01/14/2019

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Increased Need for Food Assistance Anticipated in Montgomery County, MD Manna Food Center Announces a Temporary Waiver on Income Requirements for Montgomery County Residents Impacted by the Federal Government Shutdown (Gaithersburg, Maryland) – Manna Food Center (Manna) is temporarily waiving inc...
01/14/2019

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You have a list of everything you want in your new home, but have you considered your dog’s needs?   You have a list of everything you want in your new home, but have you considered your dog’s needs? Buying a dog-friendly home not only makes life more pleasant for your pooch, it also adds conveni...
01/14/2019

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A near tragedy was averted because of a bathroom call at 3 am.  Yes it was close. A near tragedy was averted because of a bathroom call at 3 am. Many people have wood burning fireplaces and or small wood stoves. They are a great source of a supplemental source of heat.   Here is the story: Mr. ho...
01/14/2019

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Free Income Tax Preparation in Montgomery County, MD Free income tax preparation through the VITA program is available for Montgomery County residents making $55,000 a year or less. Click here to schedule an appointment. There are several sites throughout the County. In Gaithersburg, taxpayers ca...
01/13/2019

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When wind hits a roof its effect is not uniform over the entirety of the surface.  Some spots will experience higher and other spots lower wind pressures.  For that reason damage can be more or less severe.  How high winds damage roofs. This blog is taken from a letter to an insurance company def...
01/13/2019

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Kentlands in the Snow These photographs were taken seven years ago but provide a reminder of how things may look in Kentlands by the end of this weekend. I have an extra snow shovel if you would like to drop by.For out of the area readers, Kentlands is a planned community located within the City ...
01/12/2019

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Smoking/Vaping Prohibited in Gaithersburg Restaurants  In 2016, the City of Gaithersburg amended its smoking-prohibition ordinance to include vaping and the use of e-cigarettes in the definition of smoking. That broader prohibition also extends to outdoor spaces of all public buildings and public...
01/12/2019
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