News and Updates
The Talbot County Senior Supply Drive is About Dignity
02/27/2025
Category: Commission on Aging
In Talbot County, many seniors, particularly those living on fixed incomes, face challenges in affording essential healthcare supplies. While the area is home to some affluent retirees, a significant portion of the population consists of lifelong residents who worked in farming or factory jobs and now rely on Social Security. Read more
New Roadside Marker Honors Federick Douglass
02/21/2025
Category: Economic Development and Tourism
Lt. Governor Aruna Miller today joined the Maryland Department of Transportation and descendants and relatives of Maryland native Frederick Douglass to celebrate the unveiling of a new roadside historical marker. The marker commemorates Douglass’ birth in Talbot County, self-liberation from slavery, and his work as an abolitionist, orator and human rights advocate. The event, held at the Talbot County Courthouse in Easton, marked the date of Douglass’ passing. February is also Black History Month and Douglass’ birth month. Read more
Emergency Services Hosts Annual Lifesaver Marathon: Free CPR Training and Community Safety Event
02/07/2025
Category: Emergency Services
The Talbot County Department of Emergency Services (DES) is excited to announce the return of the Lifesaver Marathon, a free, community-wide event dedicated to CPR training and lifesaving education. The event will take place on Wednesday, February 28, 2025, and offer hands-on training in CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, and other critical emergency response skills. Read more
Talbot County Invites Community to Celebrate Talbot Day 2025 with Poster Contest and Citizen & Service Awards
02/06/2025
Category: County Council
Talbot County is gearing up for the 2025 Talbot Day Celebration, set to take place on Friday, April 25, 2025. Talbot Day marks the official birthday of the county, and the celebration will include a variety of events leading up to the big day, such as the Talbot Day Poster Contest, the Talbot Citizen & Service Awards, Talbot County prize pack giveaways, Talbot Trivia, and more. Read more
Talbot County Launches EngageTalbot: A New Online Platform for Public Input
02/04/2025
Category: County Council
Talbot County Government is excited to announce the launch of EngageTalbot, a new online platform designed to foster community engagement and collect public input on county initiatives. Read more
Council Meeting Highlights, January 28, 2025
01/29/2025
Category: County Council
The Talbot County Council held their regular meeting on January 28, 2025 at 5 p.m.; all Council members were present. Read more
County Announces FY2025 Opioid Restitution Fund Community Micro Grant Program
01/28/2025
Category: Partner Agencies Sheriff Department
The Talbot County Government has announced the FY2025 Opioid Restitution Fund Community Micro Grant Program. This initiative provides non-profit organizations with active 501(c)3 status the opportunity to apply for one-time funding allocations ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 to support programs and services addressing the opioid crisis in Talbot County. Grant funds must be used by June 30, 2026. Read more
Talbot County Emergency Services Announces Spring 2025 CERT Classes
01/21/2025
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Registration is now open for Talbot County’s Spring 2025 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) classes. This free disaster preparedness program, hosted by Talbot County Department of Emergency Services (DES), equips residents with essential skills to care for themselves, their families, and their neighbors during emergencies until professional responders arrive. Read more
Council Highlights January 14, 2025
01/16/2025
Category: County Council
The Talbot County Council held their regular meeting on January 14, 2025, at 5 p.m.; all Council members were present. Read more
County Launches Talbot 250 Commission to Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial
01/15/2025
Category: County Manager’s Office
Talbot County is proud to announce the launch of the Talbot 250 Commission, a multi-year initiative dedicated to commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. Read more
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