Category Archives: Neighborhood BusinessWorks

A Main Street Maryland Success Story: CNN Puts Frederick on its List of “America’s Best Small Town Comebacks”

MARCH 12 Frederick, MD – The historic crossroads town of Frederick, nestled in western Maryland with its fabled clustered spires, is on CNN’s list of “America’s Best Small Town Comebacks;” part of the news organization’s “Best of” series. “Frederick is … Continue reading

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Season’s Eatings Program Gives Marylanders a Chance to Support Their Local Restaurants This Holiday Season

DECEMBER 7 This holiday season, Marylanders across the state have a chance to support their local eatery through the Season’s Eatings program. From Dec. 1 through Jan. 1, DHCD is encouraging you to visit participating restaurants and receive a special offer when … Continue reading

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State Officials Point to Ongoing Revitalization of Downtown Hyattsville as Community Legacy Program Success Story

NOVEMBER 30 Hyattsville, MD – The dramatic revitalization of downtown Hyattsville illustrates the impact of concentrating investment through initiatives such as the Community Legacy and Neighborhood BusinessWorks programs, state officials said.  “Not so very long ago, the Route 1 corridor … Continue reading

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Governor O’Malley Urges Maryland Shoppers to Buy Local on Small Business Saturday and Throughout the Holidays

NOVEMBER 19 Crownsville, MD – As Maryland shoppers get ready to pull out their wallets for the holiday season, Governor Martin O’Malley is encouraging them to spend their money at local small businesses. “Successful small businesses are the foundation for … Continue reading

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Verde Restaurant Bringing Authentic Neapolitan-Style Pizza to Revitalizing Baltimore Community With NBW Loan

NOVEMBER 8 Baltimore – Secretary Skinner joined owners Marianne Kresevich and Edward Bosco in Canton for the grand opening of Verde, a new restaurant specializing in authentic Neapolitan-style pizza made with classic ingredients from Naples, Italy. Financing for the new restaurant, … Continue reading

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Governor Presents Fiscal 2013 Budget; DHCD’s Sustainable Communities and Foreclosure Counseling Initiatives Supported

JANUARY 18 Annapolis, MD – DHCD will counsel an estimated 19,000 homeowners facing foreclosure and assist 185 new or expanding small businesses under Governor O’Malley’s proposed FY 2013 budget. The governor presented his proposal on Jan. 18, saying it invests … Continue reading

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In 2011, Department of Housing and Community Development Programs Had an Economic Impact of $30 for Every $1 Spent

DECEMBER 5 Crownsville, MD – Every dollar of state funds invested in DHCD programs in fiscal year 2011 had an economic impact of more than $30, according to an analysis by the agency’s research department. DHCD programs put more than … Continue reading

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Forum Connects Small and Minority Business Owners with Resources they Need to Innovate and Grow

NOVEMBER 29 Crownsville, MD – Small and minority business owners learned about state programs that help them gain access to the capital they need to innovate and grow at the “Small Business Opportunity Forum,” hosted by DHCD on Nov. 29. … Continue reading

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Secretary Skinner Tells Black Legislators That Faith-Based Communities Help Families Build and Sustain Homeownership

NOVEMBER 3 Annapolis, MD – DHCD’s Office of Community Outreach will work with faith-based and community organizations across the state next year to host a series of workshops on financial literacy, foreclosure prevention and homeownership, Secretary Skinner said during a … Continue reading

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Seafood Restaurant on the Eastern Shore Improves Energy Efficiency As First Recipient of BE Smart Loan

OCTOBER 20 Cambridge, MD – Jimmie & Sook’s Raw Bar & Grill, featuring seafood cuisine and live entertainment in the heart of this Eastern Shore town, is the first recipient of a loan under the state’s BE SMART program. DHCD … Continue reading

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