Talbot County, Maryland

Registration Deadlines for Parks & Recreation Winter Programming Approaching

12/04/2024
Category: Parks and Recreation

Embrace the winter season with Talbot County Parks & Recreation’s exciting lineup of programs designed to keep participants active and engaged during the colder months. From hitting the ice to dancing through the season, picking up a paddle for pickleball, or joining the youth basketball league, these programs offer something for everyone. Read more

Talbot County Commission on Aging and Library Highlight Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month

12/03/2024
Category: Commission on Aging Partner Agencies

Talbot County Commission on Aging (TCCOA) has partnered with the Talbot County Free Library (TCFL) to display the official proclamation at the library’s Easton branch. Read more

Talbot County Council Meeting Highlights, November 26, 2024 

11/27/2024
Category: County Council

The Talbot County Council held their regular meeting on November 26 at 5 p.m.; Council Vice President Pete Lesher participated via conference call.    Read more

Commission on Aging Welcomes Three New Members

11/27/2024
Category: Commission on Aging Partner Agencies

The Talbot County Commission on Aging (COA) is pleased to announce the addition of three new members: Andy Hollis, Kathleen Dormody, and Megan Pinder. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and passion for enhancing the quality of life for older adults in Talbot County. Read more

Talbot Goes Purple, VFW Post 5118 and the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office provide winter coats for local elementary school students

11/26/2024
Category: Sheriff Department

The holidays came early for 124 local elementary school students, who each received new winter coats, hats and gloves thanks to Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 5118, Talbot Goes Purple and the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office. Read more

Talbot County Department of Social Services Hosts Thanks for Giving Event for Resource and Adoptive Families

11/25/2024
Category: Partner Agencies

Talbot County Department of Social Services (TCDSS) recently hosted its annual Thanks for Giving event for resource and adoptive families. The evening featured dinner, a resource parent training, and a “to-go” pumpkin craft for families to complete at home. Read more

Talbot County's Plein Air Festival Honored with Maryland Tourism Award

11/25/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Avalon Foundation, in collaboration with the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism, has been awarded the Transactional Opportunities Award at the 2024 Maryland Tourism Awards. This recognition, presented during the 43rd Annual Maryland Tourism & Travel Summit in Harford County acknowledges the significant impact of the Plein Air Easton Competition and Arts Festival on local tourism and economic growth. Read more

Talbot County Declares November as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month

11/15/2024
Category: Commission on Aging County Council

In a united effort to address pressing social issues, the Talbot County Council has proclaimed November as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month. This initiative aims to bring attention to the severe and often hidden challenges faced by individuals and families experiencing hunger and/or homelessness, both locally and across the state of Maryland. The Council hopes to increase awareness, promote resources, and encourage community involvement in addressing these pervasive issues. Read more

Talbot Works Business Academy graduates 8 small businesses

11/15/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Grace Street, Chesapeake Charities Receive Funding for New Vehicle

11/14/2024
Category: County Council

Grace Street, a component fund of Chesapeake Charities, is now able to provide transportation for people in need of substance use support services, thanks to a grant from Talbot County. Read more