Rockville Offers Academies for Community and for 60-Plus Residents Community members once again have the opportunity to learn what it takes to be a police officer through the Rockville Community Police Academy or a special course aimed at 60-plus residents this April and May.
Daylight saving time begins March 11, which is the ideal reminder for homeowners to check their smoke alarms while setting clocks forward. State law from 2013 requires that battery-operated smoke alarms be replaced every 10 years from the date of manufacture. The devices should also be tested at least once
The city’s search for its next police chief is moving ahead, with a recruiting firm hired to support the city manager’s advertising and selection process. Thank you to community members who took the time to complete and return surveys about the future chief, either online or using the postcard in
Course Includes Firearms Training Simulations Community members once again this spring have the opportunity to learn what it takes to be a police officer through the Rockville Citizens Police Academy.
Have Coffee with a Cop The Rockville City Police Department will meet with community members for its next edition of Coffee with a Cop on Friday, Jan. 5.
Maryland Avenue Cameras are Issuing Fewer Citations A year into their use, speed cameras on Maryland Avenue have proven effective in reducing speeding and increasing safety.
City Manager Rob DiSpirito is now engaged in the process of naming Rockville’s next police chief. Please help him with this important task by answering a nine-questions survey at www.rockvillemd.gov/chiefsurvey or enclosed in the November issue of “Rockville Reports.” The deadline for response is Friday, Dec. 1. If you need this
It’s nearly time for daylight saving time to end and clocks to be wound back an hour. You’ll probably want to do that before you go to bed, Sunday, Nov. 5. It’s also a good opportunity to check your home’s smoke alarms — it’s the best way of notifying you
Comfort Cases Offer Way to Help Children Facing Challenges Ask civilians to name the tools of the trade for police officers and they’ll likely say handcuffs or a service weapon. They’re less likely to say pajamas, teddy bears or toothpaste.
Trick-or-treaters take to Rockville neighborhoods on Tuesday, Oct. 31. There are no set hours for trick-or-treating. The Rockville City Police Department urges drivers to be aware of extra pedestrians in neighborhoods. Homeowners should clear yards and sidewalks of obstacles, keep homes well-lit inside and out, and report any suspicious activity
With the Mayor and Council’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget deliberations set to wrap up in May, Rockville is already seeking input from community members about neighborhood improvement projects to be considered during the next budget season. The city’s Capital Improvements
Community engagements sessions in June offer the chance to voice your thoughts about the future of Rockville elections. The Mayor and Council, Board of Supervisors of Elections, city staff, and a city consultant will conduct a top-to-bottom review of Rockville’s
Join the City of Rockville for its 81st annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade Monday, May 26. Founded in 1944 by William (Bill) Wood, the Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade is a long-standing tradition in the City of Rockville. PARADE
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