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Christmas in April*Calvert County Accepting Applications

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Christmas in April*Calvert County, Inc. will be accepting applications through September 30, 2020 for Christmas in April 2021 This volunteer, non-profit organization makes home repairs and improves the homes of low-income homeowners, particularly for those who are elderly, disabled, veterans, and are families with children.  There is no cost for the homeowners who are selected […]

Calvert County to Begin Stage Three Recovery

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In Accordance with State The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces that Calvert County will follow Gov. Larry Hogan’s action to begin Stage Three of Maryland’s Roadmap to Recovery, effective Friday, September 4 at 5 p.m. Stage Three includes the following safe and gradual reopenings: Capacity increased from 50% to 75% for religious […]

App Puts Emergency Preparedness at Your Fingertips

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In recognition of National Preparedness Month in September, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, encourages residents to download and explore its mobile preparedness app, “Calvert Prepare.” Formerly called “Prepare Me Calvert,” the recently redesigned and upgraded app is an easy way for users to access information and resources in the […]

County to Host Free Residential Paper Shredding

The Calvert County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division, will host a free paper shredding event for county residents Saturday, July 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Northern High School located at 2950 Chaneyville Road in Owings. The shred event, held rain or shine, can help prevent identity theft by destroying confidential or […]

MDOT MVA Expanding Appointment Availability

Opening Two Additional Branch Offices to Serve More Marylanders Appointment process, COVID-19 safety measures for customers and staff remain in place The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) is moving forward with its phased reopening plan, and is expanding service options to provide premier customer service statewide as Maryland continues its COVID-19 […]

Calvert County Announces Independence Day Schedule

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces county offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020, in observance of Independence Day. In addition: Meals on Wheels will not be delivered Friday, July 3. However, participants are provided shelf-stable meals in advance. Requests for meal delivery can be made through the Office on Aging at […]

Local Grant Program for Businesses and Nonprofits Open

Calvert County Government will accept applications for their new grant program (no repayment) starting tomorrow.   Business Grants: Administered by Department of Economic Development   $1,500 for Sole Proprietors $5,000 for businesses with 1 to 15 employees $7,000 for businesses with 16 to 30 employees Nothing for businesses over 30 employees   Nonprofit Grants: Administered […]

Small Business and Nonprofit Relief Fund Grant

Small Business and Nonprofit Relief Fund Grant Applications are now being accepted for the Calvert County COVID-19 Small Business and Nonprofit Relief Fund Grant. The grant was developed to provide assistance to local for-profit and nonprofit businesses that have experienced adverse financial impacts or expenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant application will remain […]