Frederick Co., MD-The Rising Kindergarten program will take place this summer in elementary schools all over Frederick County, Maryland. This aims to help rising kindergarten students adjust to being in the classroom after online learning.
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As pet adoptions increase, rescue shelters are finding animals forever homes
Baltimore – Covid-19 has increased the amount of animals being adopted nationwide. Rescue shelters are committed to finding perfect matches for their animals, including one formerly abused cat named Byron who has found his forever home.
Washington Capitals fans return for the first time in over a year
Washington DC – After a year of watching the Caps on the T.V., fans are finally back in the stands of Capital One Arena. Attendance is limited to 10% of venue capacity, which totals 2,100 fans, and season ticket holders…
Prince George’s Community College teaches healthy habits for free
Largo, MD- The culinary program at Prince George’s Community College is offering free classes to anyone who wants to learn how to create a healthier lifestyle for residents. This program is in partnership with the American Heart Association.
More Americans are traveling again, experts advise planning ahead before booking your destination
Baltimore, Md. – As travel continues to increase as more vaccines are administered, The European Union is now expecting to allow Americans to travel there this summer. Experts advise booking travel arrangements in advance as the cost of flights, hotels and rental cars are seeing spikes in prices due to high demand.
Maryland lifts outdoor mask mandate and outdoor dining restrictions
Maryland – Governor Larry Hogan lifted Maryland’s statewide outdoor mask mandate on Wednesday and announced there will no longer be restrictions for outdoor dining. Both Howard and Montgomery County are still enforcing outdoor masking, but Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks has yet to announce the county’s plans. Masks are still required indoors, at large ticketed venues and on public transportation.
Fidos for Freedom at UMD has continued to raise service dogs amidst the pandemic
College Park, MD – While the pandemic has affected how many clubs at the University of Maryland operates, Fidos for Freedom has been able to safely meet in person and raise service dogs together that will one day help those…
A Montgomery County aid group raises over $100,000 to help local community
Montgomery County, MD.-The group Silver Spring/Takoma Park Mutual Aid is providing local residents with food, diapers, and more. Since forming last year, the group has raised over $100,000 and has helped more than 3,000 local residents.
One year later: What happened to Maryland’s Korean COVID-19 tests?
A year later, the impact of these tests remains unclear. Many of the tests were later revealed to be flawed and went unused.
Maryand is trying to limit bear-human conflict
As Maryland black bears emerge from hibernation, the state’s Wildlife and Heritage Service is warning people to keep food tucked away to avoid attracting them.