Elrich Tests Positive for COVID-19
County Executive Marc Elrich tested positive for COVID-19 Saturday. “I have mild symptoms, just feeling tired, and I am grateful to be vaccinated and boosted. I will be isolating but… Read More
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‘I Can Play With More Friends’: Kids Line Up for COVID-19 Vaccines
Last week, COVID-19 vaccinations started for 5-11 year olds in Montgomery County. On Friday, young residents received their first doses at the Dennis Avenue Health Center in Silver Spring. “I’m… Read More
COVID-19 Vaccinations Underway for 5-11 Year Olds
COVID-19 vaccinations for 5-11 year olds started Thursday in Montgomery County. On Friday, young residents waited to get their first dose at the Dennis Avenue Health Center in Silver Spring.… Read More
County Clinics Will Begin Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccinations Thursday
Montgomery County-run clinics will begin COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5-11 on Thursday, leaders said during a virtual briefing Wednesday. Appointments should become available on the county’s online COVID-19 portal… Read More
MCPS Updates Student Quarantine Requirements
Leaders detailed updated COVID-19 quarantine guidance for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) during a virtual press conference Monday. The new guidance will take effect next Monday, Nov. 8, MCPS Interim… Read More
Public Safety Unions, Police Officers Testify Against County Vaccine Mandate
Montgomery County public safety union representatives and police officers testified against a council bill that would require all county employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or face losing employment,… Read More
Hogan Directs State Health Officials to Accelerate Plans for Vaccinating Children Ages 5-11
Gov. Larry Hogan said he directed state health officials to work with pediatricians, school systems and local health departments to accelerate their plans for vaccinating children ages five to 11… Read More
County Employees Must Show Proof of Vaccination or Undergo Regular Testing
Montgomery County employees must submit documentation showing they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 by Sept. 18 or be required to submit to regular coronavirus testing. County Executive Marc Elrich made… Read More
County Live Performance Venues Set COVID-19 Vaccination, Testing Requirements for Attendees
Some live performance venues in Montgomery County have introduced COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements for attendees. The Fillmore: Effective Oct. 4, The Fillmore Silver Spring will require proof of full… Read More
Hogan Announces $2 Million Lottery Incentive for Vaccinations
Marylanders 18 years and older who get COVID-19 vaccinated in the state will be automatically entered into a new lottery, Gov. Larry Hogan announced during a press conference Thursday. Beginning… Read More
Hogan Lifts Restrictions on Restaurants, Venues; Indoor Mask Mandate Remains
Effective Saturday, May 15, all Maryland indoor and outdoor dining establishments, including restaurants and bars, can resume normal operations, Gov. Larry Hogan announced at a press conference Wednesday. The same… Read More
Hogan Lifts State Outdoor Mask Mandate; Outdoor Dining Restrictions Will Lift Saturday
Gov. Larry Hogan lifted the state’s outdoor COVID-19 mask mandate effective immediately, he announced during a press conference Wednesday. “Masks and face coverings are no longer required outdoors in the… Read More