College Park declares state of emergency; imposes business curfew due to Coronavirus

COLLEGE PARK – The city of College Park has declared a state of emergency due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The mayor and council held a special-called meeting on March 19, where the body voted to establish a curfew on all bar/pub establishments, nightclubs, restaurants and any other businesses providing prepared foods and beverages for the public. Effective immediately, those establishments are required to close no later than 10 p.m. each day and remain closed until 7 a.m.

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