PGCPS to construct 8 new net-zero energy schools by 2028
Six buildings will be elementary schools and two will be pre-K through eighth grade academies.
College Park receives more than 350 applications for student rent subsidy pilot program
Only 120 University of Maryland students will receive a $1,250 subsidy from the city to assist them with housing.
College Park ranked fifth-best Washington, D.C., suburb
College Park was the only Prince George’s County city in the top six of last month’s rankings by Livability.
College Park City Council amends budget to cut funding for Meals on Wheels program
The amendment, which passed 6-1, cuts funding for Meals on Wheels — a food service nonprofit for senior citizens — by half.
UMD alumni Jolene Ivey, Dawn Moore receive awards at reproductive health gala
This year’s Impact Gala included remarks from several prominent figures in the reproductive health field and the presentation of four awards.
Shake Shack, Greene Turtle among 2024 College Park business additions
The College Park business scene is expected to change in the upcoming months as restaurants open and relocate.
Prince George’s County community reflects on Mel Franklin’s ‘devastating’ resignation
Franklin was charged with multiple counts of felony theft scheme, embezzlement and perjury related to alleged misuse of campaign funds.
UMPD saw significant increase in larceny-theft reports in 2023 after switch to new system
More incidents are counted under the new system, which leads to more transparency, UMPD spokesperson Lt. Rosanne Hoaas said.
UMD announces new traffic pattern at Campus Drive and Adelphi Road
University administration recommends drivers only use campus entrances at Paint Branch Drive, Stadium Drive or Baltimore Avenue starting Tuesday.
College Park City Council considers funding elementary school tutoring program
The city’s education advisory committee recommended the council pay $40,000 to implement the Amplify Tutoring-led reading program.