ZIP CODE REPORT: Maryland COVID-19 hospitalizations fall for 17th straight day

UPDATE: View the latest NottinghamMD.com zip code reports here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Saturday reported that statewide COVID-19 hospitalizations continued their downward trend for the 17th straight day. As of Saturday morning, there have been 61,305 cases of novel coronavirus in Maryland.  The statewide positivity rate is now at 6.77%, a decrease from […]

Baltimore County playgrounds, pavilions to begin reopening

NOTTINGHAM, MD—As the state continues to advance through the stages of the Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery, the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks has announced that some additional outdoor recreational facilities will begin to open. On Friday afternoon, the Department of Recreation and Parks announced: RC/model plane areas are open Outdoor tennis courts are open Horseshoe pits are […]

Attorney General: Reopened dental practices may be violating Consumer Protection Act by charging for enhanced infection controls

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh on Friday alerted consumers to surcharges by some dental providers that could violate the Consumer Protection Act. Dentists may once again provide elective and non-urgent care if they comply with the Secretary of Health’s May 6, 2020 Order requiring enhanced infection controls, but some providers may be improperly imposing additional fees. “Consumers have […]

Glassman: Harford County to align with state, proceed with additional Stage Two reopenings

HARFORD COUNTY, MD—County Executive Barry Glassman has announced that Harford County will align with the state’s recommendation and proceed with additional reopenings as part of Stage Two of the Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery. “As of this morning, the Maryland Department of Health is reporting a total of 991 confirmed COVID-19 cases, 55 deaths and 3 probable deaths among Harford […]

ZIP CODE REPORT: Maryland COVID-19 hospitalizations hit lowest level in 66 days

UPDATE: View the latest NottinghamMD.com zip code reports here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Friday reported that statewide COVID-19 hospitalizations continued their downward trend for the 16th straight day. As of Friday morning, there have been 60,613 cases of novel coronavirus in Maryland.  The statewide positivity rate is now at 6.94%, a decrease from […]

Baltimore County to proceed with additional Stage Two reopenings

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday announced that the county will adopt Governor Larry Hogan’s additional Stage Two actions. Beginning Friday, June 12th at 5:00 p.m., Baltimore County will adopt the following: Indoor dining at 50 percent capacity, with social distancing and following strict public health requirements Outdoor amusements and attractions, miniature golf and go-karts Outdoor pools capacity […]

More than 1,600 Maryland COVID-19 patients share recovery stories on CovidCONNECT website

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Thursday today announced that more than 1,600 recovered COVID-19 patients have registered with CovidCONNECT, a new statewide online forum that offers resources and support. CovidCONNECT allows participants to share COVID recovery experiences and access mental health resources, information about new clinical trials, plasma donation opportunities, and virtual supports specific to those affected by […]

Maryland Department of Labor announces payment of over $2.2 billion in regular, CARES Act unemployment insurance benefits

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor on Thursday provided an update on the processing and payment of unemployment insurance claims during the coronavirus pandemic. From March 9 to June 6, the Maryland Department of Labor’s Division of Unemployment Insurance paid a total of $2,214,266,716 regular and CARES Act unemployment insurance benefits to claimants. This total amount includes $1,552,076,707 in regular […]