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February 27, 2026

Planned Maintenance and Temporary Closure of Kirkwood Pedestrian Bridge along the Northwest Branch Trail

RIVERDALE, Md. -- M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, announces planned maintenance work on a Kirkwood Pedestrian…

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March 02, 2026

M-NCPPC Invites Residents to Join FREE 9-Week Park Police Citizens Academy – Starting March 10

Riverdale, Md. – The Maryland-National Capital Park Police, Prince George's County Division, is hosting a FREE, nine-week Park Police Citizens…

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Four runners race on an indoor track in a very large track and field arena with bleachers on both sides of the space. In the center of the track is a large area set up for high jump and other events.

The Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex Indoor Track Extended Closure

August 28, 2023

*UPDATE: The Sports and Learning Complex indoor track renovations are expected to be completed by Winter 2024. The 2023- 2024…

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About 80 kids in gray t-shirts pose together on a football field with a handful of adults on either side. Behind them in the distance is a green scoreboard, goalposts, and some flag poles.

Collaboration Offering Commanders Flag Football League for Local Youth Announced

August 22, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 17, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County…

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About two dozen adults and kids, many in matching white t-shirts, are gathered in the sunshine behind a large red ribbon that has just been cut by a novelty pair of giant scissors by a tall man. Several of the kids are holding basketballs.

New Multi-Sport Court at Jesse J. Warr, Jr. Recreation Building to Complete Kid-Designed, Community-Built Playspace Unveiled

July 31, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, Hour…

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Rare Dinosaur Fossils Discovered at M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Dinosaur Park

July 12, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 13, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Rare Dinosaur Fossils Discovered at M-NCPPC, Department of Parks…

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Several dozen young women in purple t-shirts pose during a summer camp visit with the First Lady of Maryland.

First Lady of Maryland Visits Summer Camp for Girls in Prince George's County

July 10, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 10, 2023 Media contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 RIVERDALE, MD – Today, M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and…

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Assessment of the Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex Competition Pool Complete

June 29, 2023

The following statement provides the latest update UPDATE (August 4, 2023): The Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex competition pool…

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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Wins $18.5 Million Federal Grant to Improve Trail Networks

June 29, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2023 Media Contacts: Melissa.Chotiner@MontgomeryParks.org and Angel.Waldron@pgparks.com Money from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and…

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A woman exits the secure double gate of a fenced dog park, with her gray and white dog.

Celebrations for New Dog Park and Community-Designed Park Upgrades Announced

June 29, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Riverdale,…

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A bench sits under a tree on a grass lawn overlooking a large body of water. A brick path leads to a covered seating area with views over the water.

Despite July 1 Marijuana Legalization, Outdoor Parks in Prince George’s County Remain Smoke-Free

June 27, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 27, 2023 Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311 Riverdale, MD – Today The Department of Parks and…

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