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County Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
Following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Montgomery County will pause the use of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, according to a press release issued today.
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Takoma Park Mayor Releases Statement on Last Week’s Fatal Shootings
Takoma Park Mayor Kate Stewart has released a statement on the two fatal shootings that occurred in the city last week.
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FEMA to Begin Offering Funds to Assist with Funeral Expenses of COVID-19 Victims
The Federal Emergency Management Administration will begin providing financial assistance next week for the funeral expenses for those whose deaths were COVID-19 related, according to a county press release.
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Governor Announces All Residents 16 and Older Now Eligible for Vaccinations at State Mass Sites
All Maryland residents aged 16 and older are eligible as of today (April 6) for a COVID-19 vaccination at the state’s mass vaccination sites, Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced yesterday. In addition, the governor said that all residents 16 and older will be eligible to receive a vaccine from all providers, such as pharmacies and…
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Restaurants, Diners Invited to Participate in MoCo Eats Week
Restaurants and diners in Montgomery County, as well as local craft beverage and food producers, are invited to participate in the upcoming MoCo Eats Week event, which runs from April 23 to May 3. The promotion, organized by Visit Montgomery and the county’s Department of Alcohol Beverage Services, allows diners to enjoy food and drinks…
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Feed the Fridge Launches Second Takoma Park Location
Medium Rare Restaurant owner Mark Bucher launched a second Feed The Fridge location in Takoma Park this week, according to a city announcement.
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Takoma Park to Provide Grants, Rebates for Weatherization, Energy Savings
The City of Takoma Park is making residential sustainability grants available to income-qualified residents for weatherization and energy efficiency upgrades, including insulation, draft reduction, and potentially heating and cooling equipment and appliances.
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Takoma Park, Habitat for Humanity Partner to Offer Affordable Homeownership Opportunities
The City of Takoma Park and Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland have partnered to provide affordable homeownership opportunities in the City.
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City Council Reaffirms, Declares Lee Jordan Day in Takoma Park
The Takoma Park City Council has reaffirmed and declared Tuesday, February 23 as Lee Jordan Day in the city.