M-NCPPC Receives More than $8.5 Million in State Funding for Planning, Parks, and Recreation Projects in Prince George’s County

May 4, 2026

LARGO, MD – The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) received $8.55 million for planning, parks, and recreation projects in Prince George’s County from the State of Maryland during the 2026 legislative session. Through capital grants, legislative bond initiatives (LBI), and miscellaneous grants, the state funding for Fiscal Year 2027 will provide additional resources for existing efforts in cultural arts, historic preservation, recreation, safety, and security. In addition, passed legislation will advance the County’s efforts in the areas of land use planning and economic development.

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M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioner Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A.

July 07, 2026

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) welcomes Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A. as a member of the five-member Planning Board. Appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy and confirmed by the Prince…

Unwind Outdoors with Montgomery Parks’ Sunset Yoga

July 06, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks invites the community to start the week with Sunset Yoga, a free beginner yoga class on the shores of Lake Needwood on Monday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m., starting on July 13. Mondays can be stressful and Sunset…

Montgomery Parks announces heat-related closures and offers ways to beat the heat as heatwave grips the area

July 02, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks staff are closely monitoring this week’s skyrocketing temperatures and humidity to ensure the safety of park visitors. Read more about heat-related closures at Montgomery Parks