News and Updates
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
Council Highlights, April 28, 2026
04/29/2026
Category: County Council
At the April 28, 2026 Council meeting, members addressed several additional administrative and policy matters, including zoning updates, transportation priorities, and local planning issues, providing direction to staff and taking action where appropriate. Read more
Talbot County to Celebrate 365th Anniversary with Talbot Day Community Celebration
04/17/2026
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On Sunday, April 26, 2026, Talbot County will proudly celebrate the 365th anniversary of its founding, alongside the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Read more
FY2027 Budget Documents Now Available for Public Review
04/17/2026
Category: Finance
The proposed FY2027 Talbot County budget documents are now available for public review on Engage Talbot. Residents are encouraged to explore the materials and submit comments or questions online or by email as the budget process moves forward. Read more
Talbot Goes Purple announces National Drug Take-Back Day Event
04/17/2026
Category: Sheriff Department
Talbot Goes Purple this week announced prescription medication and sharps collection from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. April 25 at six locations in Talbot County, as part of National Drug Take-Back Day. Read more
Council Highlights: FY27 Budget Introduction
04/15/2026
Category: Finance County Manager’s Office County Council
The Talbot County Council introduced the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget during its meeting on April 14, 2026. The budget presentation was delivered by Martha Sparks, Finance Director, and Clay Stamp, County Manager. Read more
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