News and Updates
Rachel Smith reelected as chair of Talbot aging commission
05/28/2026
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Rachel Smith, director of sales and marketing at Londonderry on the Tred Avon, has been reelected chair of the Talbot County Commission on Aging, continuing her leadership of the volunteer body dedicated to improving the lives of older adults across the county. Read more
Mid and Upper Shore Sheriffs Join Lawsuit Challenging Community Trust Act
05/28/2026
Category: Sheriff Department
Seventeen Maryland Sheriffs, joined by the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), announced today the filing of a federal lawsuit challenging Maryland’s newly enacted “Community Trust Act,” arguing the law undermines public safety and restricts cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. Read more
Talbot County Council Meeting Highlights, May 26, 2026
05/27/2026
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The Talbot County Council adopted the FY2027 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance, funding essential County operations, public safety, education, infrastructure, and community services for the coming fiscal year. Council also approved several infrastructure, technology, environmental, and public service initiatives, while introducing new legislation related to agricultural land preservation agreements. Read more
Talbot County Community Pools Open Memorial Day Weekend
05/22/2026
Category: Parks and Recreation
Talbot County Parks and Recreation is preparing to welcome the community back to the pools beginning Memorial Day Weekend, with the 2026 outdoor pool season officially opening Saturday, May 23. Read more
Mail-In Ballot Questions: What Is the County Government Role?
05/21/2026
Category: County Manager’s Office
Thousands of Maryland voters who requested mail-in ballots for the June 23 gubernatorial primary will receive replacement ballots after the Maryland State Board of Elections identified a vendor printing error that led some voters to receive the wrong party ballot. Read more
The Senior Fair Comes Again to Talbot: A Chat with Jen Pierson and Megan Murray
05/15/2026
Category: Commission on Aging
For the third consecutive year, Talbot County will be holding its Senior Fair, and it couldn’t come at a better time for local elders. Faced with mounting issues related to health, financial stability, and quality of life issues, the region’s seniors can find the entire range of services offered to them by both government and non-profit agencies all under one roof. Read more
Talbot County Council Meeting Highlights, May 12, 2026
05/15/2026
Category: County Council
The Talbot County Council’s May 12 meeting focused heavily on FY27 budget discussions, including school safety funding requests, student support services, and public safety initiatives. Council also recognized Community Action Month and National EMS Week, held public hearings on community development projects and food assistance programs, and approved several items supporting county services and infrastructure improvements. Read more
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Talbot County Reaches 100% of Locations with Access to High-Speed Internet
05/14/2026
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day today announced that Talbot County has become the first county in Maryland to reach 100% of locations with access to high-speed internet. The infrastructure project, completed by local Internet Service Provider Easton Utilities, provided access to high-speed Internet to more than 2,700 eligible locations across the county. Read more
Talbot County Recognizes National Correctional Officers Week
05/06/2026
Category: Corrections
Talbot County Government and the Talbot County Council proudly recognize National Correctional Officers Week, observed May 3–9, 2026, honoring the men and women who serve in correctional facilities across the country. Read more
County to Host First Housing Fair Connecting Residents with Local Resources
04/30/2026
Category: Planning and Zoning County Council
Talbot County will host its first Housing Fair on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Talbot County Health Department, 510 Cadmus Lane in Easton. The event is designed to connect citizens with trusted local professionals and organizations who can help guide them through the homebuying process and other housing-related needs. Read more
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