Community leader Fran Hawkins (right) was honored by Rockville’s Mayor and Council last month with a certificate of recognition for her decades of service to the Lincoln Park community. Mayor Bridget Donnell Newton, left, made the presentation. Hawkins has been a tireless advocate and volunteer for the community, and has
Breweries, wineries and distilleries with tastings and samplings? That’s now a possibility in Rockville, following a zoning ordinance amendment approved by the Mayor and Council in February. The amendment allows full production of alcoholic beverages in some areas of the city. Production in the mixed-use employment zone must be at
Money for schools, city-provided services and a fair share of state dollars for recreation facilities again make the list of proposed priorities for the City of Rockville to advocate for at the county level in 2018.
Rockville’s Historic District Commission takes part in the county’s preservation tax credit program to help owners of historic properties with maintenance expenses for the exterior of their buildings. To learn more about the HDC and tax credit programs at the county, state or federal level, or for an application, visit
Rockville recently sent notices to nearly 8,300 city water customers requesting their help in determining and reporting the material used in their drinking water service lines. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s recent Lead and Copper Rule Revisions require water service
Thanks to D.C.-based artist Rose Jaffe, a vibrant mural now adorns the playground-facing wall of the Lincoln Park Community Center at 357 Frederick Ave. The mural features residents of all ages dancing, playing and moving together, alongside Maryland and Lincoln
Work is continuing on a comprehensive renovation and reconfiguration of the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s outdoor recreation pool. Improvements are being made to accessibility, amenities will be modernized, and infrastructure will provide new recreational features and pools for swimmers
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