Bowie, MD|News|
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.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Maryland: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Maryland are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Bowie, MD|News|
National Harbor Hosts First Large Convention Since Pandemic Onset
National Harbor will host its first large convention since the pandemic started. The event will bring nearly $1 million to the county.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Naval Academy Reopens To Visitors; Masks Needed For Unvaccinated
The Naval Academy reopened to visitors. Masks are still required for unvaccinated workers. The college is now in a "close-to-normal" status.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Bel Air Applebee's Is Closing
A restaurant near the Greenbrier Shopping Center is closing later this June.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Masks Not Required As Of July 1: Harford County Public Schools
In accordance with the governor's guidance, HCPS reports it will lift mask mandates in school buildings and offices.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Outdoor Dining Extended Until Fall; Anne Arundel Emergency Ends
Anne Arundel will let expanded outdoor dining continue until the fall. The county ended its coronavirus state of emergency, however.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Businesses Owned By Women, Minorities Can Get Help
The pandemic shook women- and minority-owned businesses. County leaders will walk them through a certification that may help them recover.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
PGCPS Targets In-Person Classes For Nearly All Students This Fall
PGCPS won't offer hybrid classes in the fall. The school system instead hopes to host in-person learning for nearly all students.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Hospitality Industry Hopes To Bounce Back With Online Hiring Fair
Hospitality leaders want to grow their workforce and welcome visitors back to Anne Arundel County. This marks the return of local travel.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Kids Perform 'Frozen Jr.' Musical After Year Of Delays: Report
A kids theater company will perform "Frozen Jr." in Annapolis, a report said. Coronavirus delayed the musical three times, the story added.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Opinion: Marylanders Don't Want To Work, That's Hurting Economy
Many Marylanders have stayed on unemployment during the pandemic. Businesses are open, and they need workers, says one chamber of commerce.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Iconic Lighthouse Reopens From Coronavirus Shutdown, Offers Tours
Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse will reopen after a year-long hiatus. The Chesapeake Bay landmark will offer weekend tours this summer.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
County Buildings Will Reopen Soon In Anne Arundel
Anne Arundel County government buildings will reopen soon. Here’s when workers will return to the office.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Homeless Shelter Gifted 180K Masks, 50K Gloves To Fight Pandemic
An Annapolis homeless shelter was gifted 180,000 masks. The CDC still suggests wearing a face covering in congregate living settings.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
First-Time Jobless Claims Fall Slightly In MD, Total Tops 1.86M
Another 15,182 Marylanders sought jobless benefits for the first time last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.86M.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Prince George's Lifts Mask Mandate, Aligns With State
Prince George's County lifted its mask mandate. The news came nearly two weeks after Gov. Larry Hogan ended the statewide requirement.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Graduation Parade Will Celebrate AACC Students
AACC will celebrate its graduates with a commencement parade on Thursday. Employees will cheer students on as they pick up their diplomas.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
Odenton Carnival, Memorial Day Parade Canceled Due To Pandemic
The Odenton carnival and Memorial Day parade are canceled. The fire department hopes the events will return next year.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
BWI Opens Upgraded Concourse; Passenger Traffic Hits Record High
BWI extended one of its concourses. The addition came as passenger traffic hit a record high, suggesting Marylanders are ready to fly again.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Initial Unemployment Claims Rise By 12.8% In Maryland
First-time jobless claims in Maryland rose last week to 15,358, up from 13,612 the previous week, according to official state data.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Outdoor Dining Could Stay Til Fall; Anne Arundel Economy Improves
Expanded outdoor dining could stay until the fall, County Executive Steuart Pittman said. This has helped Anne Arundel's economic recovery.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Bowie Farmers Market Reopens; Vendors Sell Craft Products
The Bowie Farmers Market reopened Sunday. The outdoor sale will continue all summer with some safety rules. Here are this year's vendors.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
State House Will Reopen To Visitors, Masks Won't Be Required
The Maryland State House will reopen to visitors, Gov. Larry Hogan and his colleagues announced. Masks will not be required.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Prince George's Keeps Mask Mandate, Lifts Remaining Capacity Caps
Masks are still required in Prince George's, despite the governor's new rule. The county lifted its capacity caps, however.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Masks No Longer Required In Town Of Bel Air Buildings, Offices
Government buildings operated by the Town of Bel Air are no longer requiring face coverings. Unvaccinated people may want to keep them on.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Masks No Longer Required For Most Anne Arundel Residents
Most Anne Arundel residents don't need to wear their masks anymore. The news came after Gov. Larry Hogan ended the statewide requirement.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
First-Time Jobless Claims In Maryland Rose Slightly Last Week
Another 13,612 Marylanders sought jobless benefits for the first time last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.83M.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Capacity Limits Lifted On Most Prince George's Businesses
Prince George's County will lift its capacity limits on most businesses. The move partially aligns with Gov. Larry Hogan's latest reopening.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Preakness 2021: Tickets, Horses, Performers
The Preakness will be May 15. Organizers announced horses and musicians featured in the 2021 event.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Bowie Baysox Start Season, Welcome Fans At Limited Capacity
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.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
6 Libraries Reopen, Offer Limited Service In Prince George's
Six libraries reopened in Prince George's County. This is the first time customers are allowed inside in more than a year.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Initial MD Unemployment Claims Remain Largely Unchanged
Another 11,606 Marylanders sought jobless benefits for the first time last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.82M.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
BWI Has 2nd-Busiest Day In Pandemic As Airlines See Higher Demand
Baltimore/Washington Airport recently had its second-busiest day amid the coronavirus pandemic, a sign more travelers are set to fly again.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Fully In-Person Classes Could Come This Fall: AACPS
AACPS hopes to drop hybrid classes by the fall. School officials prefer five days of in-person instruction with some exceptions.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Eastport Bridge Run Returns In Virtual Format
The annual race across the Spa Creek Drawbridge is back, but this year's run will be virtual. Organizers canceled last year's event.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Reopens 3 Senior Centers As County Eases Regulations
Anne Arundel reopened three senior centers Monday. The county has eased several restrictions as vaccines rise and infections fall.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Prince George's Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate, Partially Follows MD
Prince Georgians revoked its outdoor mask mandate. The county executive also told residents to expect an update on business capacities soon.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Ends Rules For Outdoor Dining, Wearing Masks Outside
Anne Arundel lifted all restrictions on outdoor dining. The county also scrapped its rule requiring residents to wear masks outside.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
11,491 New MD Unemployment Claims Tallied Mark 20.7% Increase
An additional 11,491 Marylanders applied for first-time jobless benefits last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.81M.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Social Gathering Restrictions Lifted In Anne Arundel
Anne Arundel revoked its social gathering regulations, County Executive Steuart Pittman announced Tuesday.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
