Long Branch Community Center to Reopen May 16

The Long Branch Community Recreation Center and Senior Center at 8700 Piney Branch Rd. will reopen on Monday, May 16 with a mix of activities targeted to families and older adults, according to Judy Stiles, spokesperson for the county’s Recreation Department.

Parks Suspends Alcohol in Parks Pilot Program Effective Today

Montgomery Parks has suspended the park pilot program allowing alcohol consumption without a permit in 13 county parks, effective today (July 1), officials announced. The action is due to the governor lifting the Maryland state of emergency declared in reaction to the COVID–19 pandemic. That also takes effect today.