Prince George’s County Memorial Library System launched a COVID-19 vaccine hotline
The hotline, available in English and Spanish, can help people with vaccine preregistration and appointments.
Maryland legislature passes collective bargaining bill backed by UMD’s workers’ union
The bill permits a union representing employees at multiple University System of Maryland institutions to negotiate one “master agreement” with the system.
This UMD alum’s health food company has flourished during the pandemic
D'vash Organics, which was co-founded by University of Maryland alumnus David Czinn, landed a deal with one of the largest date product manufacturers in the world earlier this year.
UMD’s PHA has not been able to sanction chapters for COVID-19 violations
PHA's executive board is attempting to use a clause in its current policies to leverage authority over COVID-19 violations.
Hyattsville City Council, residents discuss alternative names for Magruder Park
The Hyattsville City Council is considering renaming the park after David Driskell, a former University of Maryland professor and renowned artist.
UMD Student Affairs VP Patty Perillo talks vaccine distribution, fall plans at RHA meeting
The Maryland Attorney General ruled the university could not mandate the vaccines because they were released under emergency use authorization.
Police pursued a group of young people through College Park after reported attempted theft
Prince George’s County, Metro Transit and University of Maryland police all responded to the incident.
College Park Parkrun garners community engagement despite adjustments amid pandemic
About 200 people participate in the weekly event as part of the city's parkrun program.
Socially distanced egg hunt brings sense of normalcy back to Easter
The event was held on Saturday, April 3, by the Berwyn District Civic Association.
Marylanders 16 and older to be eligible for COVID vaccine at mass sites starting Tuesday
Marylanders 16 and older can receive a vaccine at any provider by April 12.