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MDVA Outreach and Advocacy Program

2021-01-01 Leave a Comment

Despite this years’ COVID-19 related challenges, the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) Outreach and Advocacy Program moved its mission forward.  Historically, much of the education and outreach to veterans and community providers has been in person.  So in March, upon transitioning to full time telework status, we quickly learned to navigate Google Meet, Zoom, […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: Dana Burl, MDVA

Wolf Den Run State Park Opens Additional 1,375 Acres

2021-01-01 Leave a Comment

Expanded Recreation Includes Off-Road Vehicle Trails The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces that Wolf Den Run State Park has now opened two additional areas, adding 1,375 acres of land and 25 miles of multi-use trails, including off-road vehicle (ORV) use. The Potomac River Area encompasses about 1,000 acres, and provides more than 18 miles […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: off-road, ORV riding, state park, wolf den

Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act Passed

2020-12-31 Leave a Comment

December 16, 2020, the United States House of Representatives passed the Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act (H.R. 7105). This omnibus bill contains several provisions that have been long-standing legislative priorities for DAV. The legislation includes key provisions from the Deborah Sampson Act (S. 514/H.R. 3224), which […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: DAV, health care, HR 7105, S 514

North Beach on Raising Route 261

2020-12-31 Leave a Comment

UPDATE 12/30/2020: The MDOT SHA contractor has raised the road and paved within two inches of the finished grade from 8th Street heading north to the entrance of Walton Beach Nature Preserve. The concrete work (curb, gutter and sidewalk) has been installed in this area. The remaining work, which is substantial, will be a new […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: North Beach, raising, Route 261

Toll Rates Resume Friday January 1 at All MDTA Toll Facilities

2020-12-30 Leave a Comment

On Friday, January 1, 2021, standard Video Toll rates resume statewide at all Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) toll facilities. The MDTA reminds motorists that getting an E-ZPass® gives them access to the lowest tolls in Maryland on every trip. Transponders are free, there’s no monthly fee for Maryland addresses, and sign-up is available 24/7 at […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: E-ZPass, MDTA, toll facilities

COVID-19 Relief for Agriculture and Seafood Producers

2020-12-29 Leave a Comment

State Has Now Provided More Than $9 Million For Farmers, Watermen, and Producers; Part of More Than $600 Million In Emergency Economic Relief At the direction of Governor Larry Hogan, the Maryland Departments of Agriculture (MDA) and Natural Resources (DNR) have now provided more than $9 million in COVID-19 relief funding to farmers, watermen, and […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: COVID-19, DNR, MDA, seafood industry, watermen

Task Force Dismantles Shore Drug Trafficking Organization

2020-12-28 Leave a Comment

“The Talbot County Drug Task force is a cooperative enforcement effort between the Maryland State Police, Talbot County Sheriff’s Office, St. Michaels Police Department, Oxford Police Department, Maryland Natural Resources Police and the Talbot County State’s Attorney’s Office. “ Assisting Units: Easton Police Department Narcotics Unit, Kent County Narcotics Task Force, Queen Anne’s County Drug […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: arrests, DNR, drugs, Easton, MSP, sheriffs, SWAT, Talbot

Pedestrian Struck Near Walmart Succumbs to Injuries

2020-12-26 Leave a Comment

On Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5:45 p.m., members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau, Maryland State Police (MSP) and emergency personnel responded to the area of 150 N. Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick, MD in front of the Walmart for the report of a serious motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. Preliminary […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: CCSO, fatality, pedestrian, Walmart

Calvert Awarded “Outstanding Transit System of the Year”

2020-12-26 Leave a Comment

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners congratulated the Public Transportation Division for being named the “Outstanding Transit System of the Year” at the virtual 2020 TAM Excellence Awards. Known as the gold standard in transportation, the division was lauded for providing quality service, creating a welcoming atmosphere, increasing ridership, reducing accidents and enhancing the […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: award, county, TAM, Transportation

DNR 2021 Calendar Now Available!

2020-12-25 Leave a Comment

Fresh off the presses, our 2021 Maryland Natural Resource wall calendar features the stunning photos that won this year’s annual photo contest. Each month reveals a new snapshot of Maryland’s scenic views, diverse wildlife, and outdoor pastimes.   Order yours today! https://www.shopdnr.com/2021Calendar.aspx   Great gift for the photographer, planner, and/or wildlife-watcher!

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: calendars, DNR, gifts

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