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NewCold to open $275M cold storage facility in Maryland, bringing 125-150 jobs

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HAGERSTOWN, MD—NewCold, a global leader in advanced food logistics, will invest over $275 million to build a state-of-the-art cold storage facility in Washington County, Maryland, creating between 125 and 150 high-tech jobs, Governor Wes Moore announced Friday. The temperature-controlled, automated warehouse at 45 West Oak Ridge Drive in Hagerstown will utilize proprietary technology, including automated storage and retrieval systems, to […]

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Governor Wes Moore Grants Education Announcement 20250527

Governor Moore announces grants to help address teacher shortage, support displaced federal employees

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—In an effort to address both the teacher shortage and the influx of displaced federal employees, Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced this week that 11 colleges and universities in the state will receive $1 million in grants to support programs that help federal workers transition into teaching careers. The grants, provided through the Maryland Higher Education Commission’s Teacher Quality and […]

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Local elected officials honor service members, military families over Memorial Day weekend

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BALTIMORE, MD—Across northeast Baltimore County and the state of Maryland, elected officials honored military families and service members over the Memorial Day weekend. On Monday, May 26, 2025, Councilman David Marks and Delegate Ryan Nawrocki attended the Memorial Day ceremony sponsored by Gunpowder VFW and Auxiliary Post 10067. “This is always a beautiful ceremony and we thank the members for […]

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Governor Moore seeks federal aid for western Maryland flooding

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Following severe flooding in Western Maryland earlier this month, Governor Wes Moore has requested a Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This assessment will help determine if the state meets the criteria for a Presidential Disaster Declaration, unlocking federal aid for communities impacted by the May 13-14 floods. Torrential rainfall and flash flooding caused […]

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Board of Public Works approves $4.7 million for construction of park facilities in Baltimore, Prince George’s, and other counties

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BALTIMORE, MD—The Board of Public Works on Wednesday approved more than $4.7 million in grants to local governments from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to construct park facilities in Baltimore, Frederick, Garrett, Prince George’s, and Washington Counties. Funding through Program Open Space – Local was approved for nine projects including three construction projects worth $2.8 million in Baltimore County. […]

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Governor Moore announces $37.7 million in funding to support State Revitalization Programs

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Wednesday announced $37.7 million in funding to support six State Revitalization Programs aimed at bolstering economic development and community revitalization efforts across Maryland. The programs, overseen by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), will begin accepting applications on May 28. The funding will support a range of projects, including business expansion and […]

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Governor Wes Moore Bill Signing 20250520

Maryland Freedom Caucus issues statement on Governor Moore’s $1.66 billion tax hike

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday officially signed into law $1.66 billion in new taxes and fees—the largest tax increase in Maryland history. The Maryland Freedom Caucus says these sweeping tax hikes will hit every Marylander, with a hefty burden placed on those who drive. “Hold onto your wallets and car keys,” said the Maryland Freedom Caucus. “Governor Moore’s war […]

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Governor Moore vetoes reparations commission bill

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has vetoed a bill to establish a commission tasked with studying and proposing reparations for slavery and racial discrimination. Governor Moore stated in his veto letter that his decision comes after careful consideration of the numerous existing commissions dedicated to examining the history and impact of slavery in Maryland. Among the commissions cited by Moore are […]

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