Gov. Larry Hogan Ending $300 Payments To Unemployed + Free Food

Welcome to the Laurel Daily! Here you will find fun events going on this week, including Maryland government ending extra $300 payments and other federal unemployment programs, local fires swiftly put out, and details on how you can distribute food to people in need.

Weather Report:

Today, the weather will be warm and humid, cloudy and sunny with a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Temperatures will hit a high of 88 degrees.

Here are the top three stories in Laurel today:

1. Gov. Larry Hogan says Maryland will end extra $300 weekly payments and other federal unemployment programs. The changes will take effect in early July and affect all cities, including Laurel. Three other programs will also be discontinued including aid for the self-employed and gig workers. Claimants will be required to show that they are looking for a new job. The federal programs were extended until September under the American Rescue Plan Act, passed by Congress in March. On the week of July 4, the state also will reinstate its work-search requirement, which was suspended last March as the coronavirus pandemic hit. (Baltimore Sun)
2. A squad of firefighters from Laurel Engine 49 rushed to the scene of a car fire on June 5. The fire was located on Route 1 and 175. Upon arrival, the engine saw flames engulfing a vehicle and quickly extinguished the fire. One person was injured. (Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad Company 49)
3. Last Saturday (June 5), a squad of firefighters from Laurel Engine 49 were alerted for the truck fire on the UPS lot in Laurel. Upon arrival, the firefighters saw a number of tractor trailers that were on fire. So they called for backup units from PGFD and Montgomery County. No injuries were reported. (Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad Company 49)

Today in Laurel:

• Public Food Distribution – Serve the community by helping distribute fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, and dairy products to people in need. Volunteers call. (240)583-0996 (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
• Power Walking – Enjoy outdoor exercise at Fairland Regional Park for ages 13 and up. Registration is required via pgparksdirect.com. No classes on holidays. (8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.)
• Red Cross FA/CPR/AED Class – Attend this class to learn first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergency procedures. This class meets OSHA/workplace requirements. The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class portion. After completing this course, you will receive a digital certificate for Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. (6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
• Free Acupuncture – Master’s level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, will provide safe and effective auricular treatments. There is a limit of six participants per seating in order to ensure a safe, physically distanced, and peaceful experience. (12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook:

• Laurel TV is looking for a part-time reporter (Details here)
• Read all the latest job openings in Laurel (Details here)
• The local Wawa will serve FREE coffee will until June 13! (Details here)

Now you’re all caught up with the local news and events for today!

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