Carroll County Daily Headlines newsletter
Inside the approval process for the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project • Holiday Hope: Human Services Programs of Carroll County helps thousands get on their feet
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Carroll County Daily Headlines

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Carroll school system braces for challenging and uncertain budget season

Low enrollment growth, Maryland’s $3 billion deficit, and Blueprint initiatives challenge Carroll County schools’ budget

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Inside the approval process for the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project

Representatives of Stop MPRP, a nonprofit that formed to represent residents of the affected tri-county region who oppose the project and quickly gathered hundreds of members, met with members of the Public Service Commission on Dec. 10 to discuss the project.

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Holiday Hope: Human Services Programs of Carroll County helps thousands get on their feet

Human Services Programs of Carroll County hopes to serve fewer people each year with a goal that CEO Scott Yard said not many others have – putting itself out of business in order to end poverty.

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Council stresses importance of retention and recruitment for Carroll County’s fire and EMS

Carroll County’s Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services is struggling with staff retention and recruiting.

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Holiday Hope: HOFFA Foundation expands resources for men recovering from addiction

The HOFFA Foundation nonprofit in Sykesville was created to support individuals and families who are affected by addiction by providing recovery services, promoting community awareness and offering a home for men who are in addiction recovery.

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Carroll Community College names campus buildings for Nagannas and Kahlert Foundation

Carroll Community College announced the naming and dedication of two buildings on campus.

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Carroll school bus collides head-on with car in Hampstead Thursday morning

A bus carrying a Carroll County Public Schools student was involved in a head-on collision Thursday morning in Hampstead, according to police.

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How Maryland found its way to a $3 billion budget crisis

After years of budget surpluses and pledges around fiscal responsibility, what’s behind Maryland’s $3 billion budget crisis? The answer is multifold.

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Maryland liquor stores fear losses as Gov. Moore backs grocery alcohol sales

Maryland small-business liquor store owners oppose Gov. Wes Moore’s proposal to allow beer and wine sales in grocery stores, fearing closures and job losses.

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Government spending bill with Key Bridge replacement funding clears Congress

The agreement contained the federal commitment long sought by Maryland lawmakers to pay the full cost of replacing the Key Bridge.