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Governor Moore scales up EARN Maryland program to connect more workers with high-demand careers

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday announced a significant expansion of the state’s EARN Maryland program, committing an additional $10.5 million to connect more than 2,900 Marylanders with training and high-demand careers. The funding includes $4 million in awards for 20 high-performing existing EARN grantees and $6.5 million in new grants aimed at fostering new partnerships, with a focus on […]

Governor Moore announces increased energy assistance benefits

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland households eligible for energy assistance will begin receiving increased benefits to help offset rising energy costs, Governor Wes Moore has announced. The additional aid, administered through the Maryland Department of Human Services’ Office of Home Energy Programs, is partly due to increased appropriations for the Strategic Energy Investment Fund. “At a time when the federal government is passing […]

Maryland’s Board of Public Works approves $4.7 million for park improvements, land conservation in nine counties

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved more than $4.7 million in grants for park improvements and land conservation across nine counties, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced. The funding, drawn from the state’s Program Open Space – Local, Local Parks and Playgrounds Infrastructure, and Rural Legacy programs, will benefit projects in Allegany, Baltimore, Caroline, Carroll, […]

Cyber Maryland transitions to Maryland Department of Labor, scaling workforce innovation for AI era

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Cyber Maryland, the state’s initiative for workforce development in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), information technology and related fields, has officially transitioned to the Maryland Department of Labor. The move, effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025, marks a new phase for the program after its incubation at the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The transition underscores Maryland’s commitment to cultivating a […]

Maryland flag lowered to half-staff following line-of-duty death of St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Mark Porter

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has ordered the Maryland flag lowered to half-staff effective immediately following the death of Deputy Mark Porter of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Porter died in the line of duty on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in what officials believe was a medically related incident. Deputy Porter was one of the longest-serving sworn deputies in […]

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New Maryland historical marker honors Harriet Tubman near birthplace

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—A new roadside historical marker honoring the life and legacy of Maryland native Harriet Tubman, the abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad, was unveiled this week by Governor Wes Moore. The marker stands less than three miles from Tubman’s birthplace on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and commemorates her early life and profound connections to her family and community. “We […]

Governor Moore declares State of Preparedness as extreme heat grips Maryland

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Monday declared a State of Preparedness for Maryland ahead of a hazardous heat wave expected to bring dangerously high temperatures across much of the state. The declaration aims to enhance government coordination and ensure the state is ready to respond swiftly to potential heat-related hazards. The National Weather Service forecasts extreme heat from Monday through […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus urges federal action to avert power blackouts