College Park Retail Reinforcement Mini Grant Program

College Park Retail Reinforcement Mini Grant – Route 1 and Purple Line Corridor Relief Fund Has your retail business been impacted by construction along Route 1 or the Purple Line corridor? Construction impacts can be tough, but the Retail Reinforcement Mini-Grant Program (CPRRG) is here to help you bounce back and grow stronger. This special […]

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Living in College Park

Whether you’re looking to buy or rent, or you’re exploring the vibrant College Park area, the resources below will guide you in the right direction. The College Park City-University Partnership (CPCUP) is the nonprofit local community development corporation working to make College Park a top-20 university community. The University of Maryland Visitor Guide provides resources […]

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City of College Park Celebrates Small Business Saturday

The Mayor and Council of the City of College Park are proud to announce the 30th of November 2024 as Small Business Saturday. The government of College Park, Maryland is proud to celebrate our local small businesses and the contributions they make to our local economy and community and urge the residents of our community, […]

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In Remembrance of John Brown

We in the community of College Park, are grieving the death of a local legend. John Brown, co-owner and co-founder of R.J. Bentley’s, passed away on Saturday. He was 77 years old. In 1978, John helped found R.J. Bentley’s Filling Station as a welcoming “roadhouse” for College Park residents and returning alumni. He turned it […]

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2024 Economic Development Week in Maryland

Thank you for making the 2024 Economic Development Week in Maryland a success! Thank you to everyone who played a part in spotlighting the significant contributions to economic development during 2024 Economic Development Week in Maryland. This important event, held from October 21 to 25, brought economic progress to the forefront across counties, cities, and […]

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Announcing the Grand Opening of the Ross Store in College Park

New Ross Store Opening Soon! The Ross Grand Opening is scheduled for Sunday, October 13, 2024. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony beginning at 8:45 am and doors opening at 9:00 am. Ross 4710 Cherry Hill Road College Park, MD 20740 Learn more about Ross at College Park >>

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The Hotel at the University of Maryland Wins Three 2024 Stella Awards from Northstar Meetings Group

The AAA Four-Diamond Property Named Northeast Region’s ‘Best Hotel,’ ‘Best On-Site Support Staff’ and ‘Best Hotel/Resort Event Space’ The Hotel at the University of Maryland is pleased to announce receiving three Stella Awards from Northstar Meetings Group. The 8th Annual Stella Awards honor excellence across key industry segments — from hotels and convention and conference […]

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College Park is One of the Best Washington D.C. Suburbs

Why is College Park, MD, one of the best D.C. suburbs? All of this makes it attractive for young professionals. Business Insider named College Park the fourth best college town to start your career, and its location — just across the Maryland border but still inside the Capital Beltway — is primo. You’re less than […]

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Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Applications to Open for Business Boost Microgrant Program

Microgrants range from $20,000 to $50,000 to assist small businesses with growth and expansion The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development today announced the opening date of the next application round of the Business Boost microgrant program. Microgrants range from $20,000 to $50,000 to support small businesses who need capital for growth and/or expansion […]

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ZIPS Cleaners College Park Signs Agreement With One Maryland Collective

ZIPS Cleaners College Park Inks Deal With One Maryland Collective to Create Terrapin Wash ZIPS Cleaners announced today that it has signed an agreement with One Maryland Collective, the Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) arm serving student-athletes at the University of Maryland, to provide and promote a subscription Wash N Fold laundry service for students, branded […]

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