News and Updates
Talbot County Expands Bellevue Community Park with Acquisition of Adjacent Property
09/09/2026
Category: Parks and Recreation County Council
Talbot County has acquired approximately 1.6 acres of waterfront property adjacent to Bellevue Community Park and the Bellevue Public Landing in Royal Oak, expanding the County’s public recreational property and preserving additional waterfront access for future generations. Read more
Liberty Tree Takes Root at Frederick Douglass Park on the Tuckahoe
09/08/2026
Category: Economic Development and Tourism
A tulip tree descended from Maryland’s original Liberty Tree now stands at Frederick Douglass Park on the Tuckahoe. State and local leaders, historians, preservationists, and community members gathered Sept. 3 to dedicate the tree on the 188th anniversary of Douglass’ self-liberation from slavery. Read more
Statement from Talbot County Council President Chuck Callahan on the Passing of Philip Carey “Phil” Foster
09/03/2026
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The Talbot County Council is mourning the passing of Philip Carey “Phil” Foster. Council President Chuck Callahan released the following statement... Read more
Talbot County Council Meeting Highlights, August 25, 2026
09/01/2026
Category: County Manager’s Office County Council
The Talbot County Council’s August 25 meeting included recognition of the Talbot All-Star Junior League’s state championship and County Engineer Ray Clarke’s 26 years of service, as well as approval of updated Next-Generation 911 addressing standards. Council also approved several County Manager requests, including board appointments, support for restoration of the historic Waterfowl Building, a Roads Department dump truck purchase, and renewal of the County’s State legislative representation services. Read more
Talbot County Names Stephanie Mervine Director of Economic Development and Tourism
08/31/2026
Category: Economic Development and Tourism
Talbot County has named Eastern Shore native Stephanie Mervine as its new director of Economic Development and Tourism. She begins her new role on Aug. 31. Read more
Talbot County to Dedicate Liberty Tree at Frederick Douglass Park on the Tuckahoe
08/27/2026
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Talbot County will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States with the dedication of a Liberty Tree at Frederick Douglass Park on the Tuckahoe on Thursday, Sept. 3, at 10 a.m. The event is part of a broader initiative under the Maryland Liberty Tree Project, which seeks to preserve the history and symbolism of Maryland’s Liberty Tree by planting descendants across the state. Read more
Talbot County Opens Applications for Opioid Restitution Fund Community Micro Grant Program
08/27/2026
Category: Partner Agencies Sheriff Department
Talbot County Government has opened applications for the next round of the Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Community Micro Grant Program, providing funding opportunities for local nonprofit organizations working to address the impacts of opioid use in Talbot County. Read more
Interview with Madison Smith: Urban and Regional Planning Student Completes Internship with Planning and Zoning
08/26/2026
Category: Public Works Planning and Zoning
Madison Smith recently completed a two-month internship with the Talbot County Department of Planning and Zoning, gaining hands-on experience with the day-to-day work of local government planning. Read more
Talbot County Announces Inaugural Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund Awards
08/20/2026
Category: Talbot Family Network County Council
Established by the State of Maryland and supported by revenue from the adult-use cannabis tax, CRRF is intended to reinvest in communities disproportionately impacted by past cannabis enforcement and related social and economic disparities. Talbot Family Network, serving as Talbot County’s CRRF Commission, coordinated the local application and review process. Read more
Talbot County Health Department Announces Rachel Leahy As Environmental Health Director
08/18/2026
Category: Partner Agencies
The Talbot County Health Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Leahy, LEHS, as Director of Environmental Health. Leahy, who has served as Acting Director, brings extensive experience in public health education, regulatory compliance, and community service to the permanent role. Read more
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