Maryland has officially launched a fully rebuilt Maryland.gov, unveiling what state leaders are calling a new “digital front door” designed to make it easier for residents to access government benefits, services, and information.
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Greater Washington’s drunk driving prevention program SoberRide, operated by the Washington Regional Alcohol Program, surpassed 100,000 total rides provided during the New Year’s holiday, with 1,446 people using the free service between late December 31 and early January 1.
Maryland Secretary of Health Dr. Meena Seshamani issued a statement reaffirming the state’s commitment to childhood immunizations and the existing vaccine schedule, emphasizing that it will continue to be guided by established medical science and national pediatric standards.
The State of Maryland, under Wes Moore, has reached economic agreements with most public sector employee unions, establishing compensation and benefit terms following months of negotiations.
Barbarian Comics (11242 Triangle Ln. Wheaton, MD) has built one of the longest-running and most enduring legacies in Montgomery County, evolving alongside the comic book industry while remaining a constant presence in the Wheaton community for more than five decades (photos below).
The Maryland Department of Health is urging Marylanders ages six months and older to get a flu shot and follow respiratory virus prevention measures as flu cases and hospitalizations rise statewide and nationally.
A $1 million winning lottery ticket was recently sold in Gaithersburg at the Lake Forest Exxon, located at 448 North Frederick Avenue. Full details of winners across the state of Maryland below courtesy MD Lottery:
Multiple large-scale illegal car rallies were dismantled Friday night across Howard, Prince George’s, and Montgomery counties following a coordinated enforcement operation by the Maryland Car Rally Task Force and partner law enforcement agencies, according to Maryland State Police.
The operation began around 9 p.m. on Friday, January 2, and targeted public roads, industrial areas, and parking lots where illegal exhibition driving events were planned or underway. Police said high-visibility patrols and enforcement actions prevented crowds of up to 300 participants from engaging in dangerous driving behavior, disorderly conduct, and roadway shutdowns.
The Olney Boys & Girls Club (OBGC) announced a new partnership with Under Armour on Tuesday, naming the Baltimore-based brand as the exclusive uniform provider for the club’s travel sports programs.
An update on Maryland’s first Kitchen Social as “Coming Soon” signage is now up at the future Downtown Crown location. Interior construction is expected to begin soon as the restaurant works towards a summer 2026 opening.
Dellis Bar & Grill, a longtime neighborhood staple in Rosedale (Baltimore County), will permanently close at the end of the month after more than two decades serving the community.