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Chuck E. Cheese Faces Uncertain Future: Patch PM

Unemployment uptick | Antibody testing offered | Masks mandatory in one MD county | Sears redevelopment | Restaurant closing after 45 years.

Chuck E. Cheese in Bel Air is one of 266 locations the company says it has reopened as of this week in the United States and Canada since the coronavirus pandemic forced closures.
Chuck E. Cheese in Bel Air is one of 266 locations the company says it has reopened as of this week in the United States and Canada since the coronavirus pandemic forced closures. (Elizabeth Janney/Patch)

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Chuck E. Cheese, With 10 Open MD Locations, Files For Bankruptcy

The CEO called the coronavirus pandemic the "most challenging event in our company’s history."

Face Masks Mandatory In Montgomery Co; Health Order, Explained

Those older than 2 who don't have a health issues around breathing must wear face coverings.

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2 Deputies Injured, Suspect In Custody: Harford Sheriff

One of the officers required a medevac, authorities said.

State Launches Mask-Wearing Campaign On Social Media

The Maryland Department of Health is promoting mask-wearing to slow the spread of the virus.

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MD Sees Slight Uptick In First-Time Unemployment Claims

The latest figure, for the week ending June 20, represents a 13.9 percent increase.

COVID-19 Antibody Testing Offered At Patient First

Appointments are not needed for the test to determine if someone previously had COVID-19.

Vacant Bowie Sears Redevelopment Plan Calls For 800 Apartments

A hotel could also be built where the department store in Prince George's County used to be.

More Than 3K Have Died From Coronavirus In Maryland: Officials

More than 86 percent are age 60 or older.

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