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5 Senior Centers Reopen In Prince George's, Plan Summer Events
Five senior centers will reopen in Prince George's County. The facilities announced summertime events now that restrictions are lifted.

Five senior centers will reopen in Prince George's County. The facilities announced summertime events now that restrictions are lifted.

National Harbor will host its first large convention since the pandemic started. The event will bring nearly $1 million to the county.
The Naval Academy reopened to visitors. Masks are still required for unvaccinated workers. The college is now in a "close-to-normal" status.
A restaurant near the Greenbrier Shopping Center is closing later this June.
In accordance with the governor's guidance, HCPS reports it will lift mask mandates in school buildings and offices.
Anne Arundel will let expanded outdoor dining continue until the fall. The county ended its coronavirus state of emergency, however.
The pandemic shook women- and minority-owned businesses. County leaders will walk them through a certification that may help them recover.
PGCPS won't offer hybrid classes in the fall. The school system instead hopes to host in-person learning for nearly all students.
Hospitality leaders want to grow their workforce and welcome visitors back to Anne Arundel County. This marks the return of local travel.
A kids theater company will perform "Frozen Jr." in Annapolis, a report said. Coronavirus delayed the musical three times, the story added.
Many Marylanders have stayed on unemployment during the pandemic. Businesses are open, and they need workers, says one chamber of commerce.
Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse will reopen after a year-long hiatus. The Chesapeake Bay landmark will offer weekend tours this summer.
Anne Arundel County government buildings will reopen soon. Here’s when workers will return to the office.
An Annapolis homeless shelter was gifted 180,000 masks. The CDC still suggests wearing a face covering in congregate living settings.
Another 15,182 Marylanders sought jobless benefits for the first time last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.86M.
Prince George's County lifted its mask mandate. The news came nearly two weeks after Gov. Larry Hogan ended the statewide requirement.
AACC will celebrate its graduates with a commencement parade on Thursday. Employees will cheer students on as they pick up their diplomas.
The Odenton carnival and Memorial Day parade are canceled. The fire department hopes the events will return next year.
BWI extended one of its concourses. The addition came as passenger traffic hit a record high, suggesting Marylanders are ready to fly again.
First-time jobless claims in Maryland rose last week to 15,358, up from 13,612 the previous week, according to official state data.
Expanded outdoor dining could stay until the fall, County Executive Steuart Pittman said. This has helped Anne Arundel's economic recovery.
The Bowie Farmers Market reopened Sunday. The outdoor sale will continue all summer with some safety rules. Here are this year's vendors.
The Maryland State House will reopen to visitors, Gov. Larry Hogan and his colleagues announced. Masks will not be required.
Masks are still required in Prince George's, despite the governor's new rule. The county lifted its capacity caps, however.
Government buildings operated by the Town of Bel Air are no longer requiring face coverings. Unvaccinated people may want to keep them on.
Most Anne Arundel residents don't need to wear their masks anymore. The news came after Gov. Larry Hogan ended the statewide requirement.
Another 13,612 Marylanders sought jobless benefits for the first time last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.83M.
Prince George's County will lift its capacity limits on most businesses. The move partially aligns with Gov. Larry Hogan's latest reopening.
The Preakness will be May 15. Organizers announced horses and musicians featured in the 2021 event.
The Bowie Baysox play their first home game Tuesday. The baseball team will host a small crowd. A local icon will sing the national anthem.
Six libraries reopened in Prince George's County. This is the first time customers are allowed inside in more than a year.
Another 11,606 Marylanders sought jobless benefits for the first time last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.82M.
Baltimore/Washington Airport recently had its second-busiest day amid the coronavirus pandemic, a sign more travelers are set to fly again.
AACPS hopes to drop hybrid classes by the fall. School officials prefer five days of in-person instruction with some exceptions.
The annual race across the Spa Creek Drawbridge is back, but this year's run will be virtual. Organizers canceled last year's event.
Anne Arundel reopened three senior centers Monday. The county has eased several restrictions as vaccines rise and infections fall.
Prince Georgians revoked its outdoor mask mandate. The county executive also told residents to expect an update on business capacities soon.
Anne Arundel lifted all restrictions on outdoor dining. The county also scrapped its rule requiring residents to wear masks outside.
An additional 11,491 Marylanders applied for first-time jobless benefits last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.81M.
Anne Arundel revoked its social gathering regulations, County Executive Steuart Pittman announced Tuesday.