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End Of Cash Tolls In MD Hastened By Coronavirus? | Patch PM

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Some drivers refuse to get an E-ZPass transponder, opting instead to queue at every toll plaza to hand cash to a human toll-taker. That option is likely to disappear soon, leaders say.
Some drivers refuse to get an E-ZPass transponder, opting instead to queue at every toll plaza to hand cash to a human toll-taker. That option is likely to disappear soon, leaders say. (Elizabeth Janney/Patch)

There was plenty of news across Maryland on Monday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Latest Coronavirus News In Maryland

Police Chief Issues Domestic Violence PSA During Pandemic

As Marylanders hunker down at home amid the coronavirus pandemic, some law enforcement officials are worried about an increase in domestic violence. There are a number of ways residents can get help, even if calling 9-1-1 isn't an option.

MD Coronavirus Testing Available At VEIP Sites By Appointment

Drive-through coronavirus testing sites are opening this week in Howard and Montgomery counties, adding to other sites opened to expand efforts to slow the spread of the disease.

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Local Boutique Turns Gown Bags Into Face Masks For Donation

K&B Bridals has found a way they can help out: By turning their unused gown bags into face masks, which are then being donated health care providers in desperate need of supplies.

Preakness Stakes Delayed Amid Coronavirus Concerns

The Preakness Stakes been officially delayed and InfieldFest 2020 completely cancelled as the country grapples with the coronavirus outbreak.

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Plus:

Here’s How Well Maryland Complies With Stay-At-Home Order

Other Top Headlines

Grocery Shopper Shuttle Launched In Anne Arundel County

Senior citizens in Anne Arundel County who need a ride to the grocery store are able to utilize the county's new Grocery Shopper Shuttle that operates on Tuesdays for seniors only.

End Of Cash Tolling In MD Is ‘Inevitable’: Leaders

For reasons that elude most policymakers and transportation analysts, many drivers refuse to get an E-ZPass transponder, opting instead to queue at every toll plaza to hand cash to a human toll-taker. That option is likely to disappear soon, in part because of the coronavirus.

Businesses Open During Coronavirus Shutdown

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