Bowie, MD|News|
Hospitalizations Reach Lowest Levels Since Before Holidays
Prince George's is slowly recovering from its holiday coronavirus surge. Though the county isn't in the clear, improving metrics offer hope.
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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Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Slows Coronavirus Infections, Starts To Limit Spread
Anne Arundel's coronavirus situation is slowly improving. The county has cut its new infections in half since mid-January.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
BCPS Releases Reopening Plan For Phased-In Hybrid Learning
Baltimore County Public Schools will begin reopening for students in March, offering two days of in-person instruction in phases.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Library Extends Closure, Says Cases Remain Too High
The library extended its closure in Anne Arundel County. These services are still available online and in the parking lot.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
PGCPS Starts Vaccinating Teachers; CEO Considers Hybrid Classes
Teachers can now get the coronavirus vaccine in Prince George's County. PGCPS is also considering reopening schools.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Thousands Of Anne Arundel Teachers To Be Vaccinated By Medics
The fire department will vaccinate thousands of teachers and staff in Anne Arundel County. Officials hope to start hybrid classes by March.​
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
Restriction On Bar, Restaurant Hours To Lift In Baltimore County
Baltimore County will align with the state of Maryland in easing restrictions on bar and restaurant hours for in-person service.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Hogan Eases Restaurant Regulations As Coronavirus Metrics Improve
Maryland's bar and restaurant scene caught a break Thursday, as Gov. Larry Hogan eased some restrictions on the industry. Here's the latest.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
First-Time Jobless Claims Rise For Fourth Straight Week In MD
Over 44K Marylanders applied for jobless aid last week, marking the fourth-straight week in which the state has seen a rise in new filings.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Birroteca Closed Temporarily In Bel Air, Will Reopen In Future
The restaurant on Route 1 has been closed since March 16 but has plans to reopen.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
HCPS Buys 33K Plexiglass Shields For Teachers, Students
Plexiglass barriers will be installed before classrooms reopen at Harford County Public Schools.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
MD Pharmacies Will Give Vaccine; Hogan Touts Network During Visit
Dozens of retail pharmacies will offer the coronavirus vaccine by next week. Gov. Larry Hogan touted the expansion while touring one site.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Pittman Loosens Capacity Restrictions, Reopens Businesses
Restaurants and retailers can increase their capacities. Movie theaters can reopen. Here is Anne Arundel County’s plan.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Schools Shouldn't Reopen Yet, MD Teachers Say After Hogan's Plea
Maryland teachers think it's still too risky to head back to school. They pushed back after Gov. Larry Hogan called for more hybrid classes.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Assisted Living Sites Get Coronavirus Vaccine In Prince George's
After finishing immunizations in nursing homes, vaccinators moved onto assisted living facilities in Prince George's County.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
After 51-Day Shutdown, Indoor Dining Resumes In Prince George's
After a seven-week hiatus, Prince George's restaurants can now welcome customers back inside. Here's what convinced the county to open up.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Won't Yet Offer Shots To 65+ Despite State Progress
Maryland moved into the next phase of vaccination on Monday, but Anne Arundel County isn't ready to make the jump. Here's why.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Starts Squashing Coronavirus Surge As Cases Plummet
Nearly all of Anne Arundel's coronavirus metrics fell for the second straight week. This comes as the county recovers from a holiday surge.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine: When You'll Be Eligible In Anne Arundel
Here's when you can get the coronavirus vaccine in Anne Arundel County. Patch breaks down the timeline and when you'll be eligible.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
AACPS Families Must Choose Hybrid Or Virtual Classes By Sunday
AACPS extended the deadline for students to decide whether they will take hybrid classes or stick with virtual learning.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Alsobrooks Teams With Latino Leaders To Answer Vaccine Questions
Some locals are skeptical of the coronavirus vaccine, but County Executive Angela Alsobrooks will team with Latino leaders to ease concerns.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
HCPS 'Will Evaluate The Updated Guidance' On Reopening
The superintendent of Harford County Public Schools said the new guidance was a "vast departure" from previous messaging on reopening.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Pittman To Brief Anne Arundel's State Lawmakers On Coronavirus
County Executive Steuart Pittman will explain his coronavirus response to Anne Arundel’s state legislators on Friday.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
How To Get Coronavirus Vaccine In Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel County opened preregistration for the coronavirus vaccine. Here's how to save a spot in line, regardless of your job or age.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Over 41.5K MD Workers Applied For Unemployment Week Of Jan. 16
Initial jobless claims in Maryland rose last week to 41,596​, up from 31,513 the previous week​, official unemployment data showed.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
How To Get Coronavirus Vaccine In Prince George's County
Prince George's County opened preregistration for the coronavirus vaccine. Here's how to save a spot in line, regardless of your job or age.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Doctors Ready To Explain Coronavirus Vaccine To Prince George's
Prince George's health experts are ready to answer questions about the coronavirus vaccine. Here's how you can learn more about local shots.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Baltimore To Reopen Restaurants, Gyms, Breweries
Bars, restaurants, gyms and some other venues in Baltimore may reopen Friday, Jan. 22, at reduced capacity.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
Anne Arundel Opens Vaccine Clinic At Casino, Launches Sign-Up
Anne Arundel residents can now preregister for the coronavirus vaccine and get the shot at four sites, including Live! Casino & Hotel.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Hogan Gets Coronavirus Vaccine On Camera, Hopes To Show It's Safe
Gov. Larry Hogan received the coronavirus vaccine Monday. He livestreamed the event to encourage Marylanders to get the shot.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
MD Teachers Rally For School Funding, Urge Veto Override
Teachers crave more school funding, but it could cost billions. After Gov. Larry Hogan vetoed their bill, educators rallied for an override.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|News|
New Unemployment Claims Nearly Tripled Last Week In Maryland
First-time unemployment claims nearly tripled last week in Maryland, after dropping to their lowest level since September​.​
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Maryland Accelerates COVID-19 Vaccination Plan: Gov. Larry Hogan
Maryland will be moving to Phase 1B of its vaccination plan on Monday. Here's what else Gov. Larry Hogan said about the rollout.
Alessia Grunberger, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Coronavirus Restrictions Extended In Anne Arundel County: Pittman
Anne Arundel restaurants caught a small break in the latest coronavirus order, but they still face capacity limits. These are the new rules.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
DMV Teachers Call For More Distance Learning Until Metrics Fall
DMV teachers called for continued distance learning and a unified reopening plan. These are their concerns about heading back too soon.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Officials Explain U.K. Strain Of Coronavirus As It Hits County
After the first two Anne Arundel residents caught the U.K. strain of coronavirus, officials explained what they know and what they don't.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Timeline On School Reopenings Could Come This Week: AACPS
The Board of Education may set a reopening timeline this week. Families now must indicate whether their student would take hybrid classes.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Cases Rise At Fastest Rate Ever, But There's Good News
Last week, Prince George's had its worst week of infections since the pandemic began. In brighter news, the second vaccine doses are here.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Hogan Proposes $1B In Tax Cuts, Aid Days Before Lawmakers Return
Maryland's economy is still recovering, but Gov. Larry Hogan hopes to offer a spark with $1 billion in tax cuts and direct aid.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Harford County Installing Lifesaving Equipment At 7 Parks
New automated external defibrillators will be able to help in medical emergencies in Harford County, including at three Bel Air parks.
Elizabeth Janney, Patch Staff
