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Orioles’ Dean Kremer Sounds Off After Dominant Return
The Baltimore Orioles pitching rotation is growing whole again with the return of Dean Kremer. And he returned in a big way, throwing five innings of shutout baseball against the Seattle Mariners. When asked how pleased he was with his performance, given the time he spent away, Kremer said “very.”...
Baltimore Man Fatally Shot on Independence Day, Police Seek Information on Suspect
In the early hours of Independence Day, tragedy struck a Baltimore neighborhood when a 26-year-old man was fatally shot. Patrol officers from the Southwest District responded to a report of a shooting on the 2700 block of West Franklin Street around 1:49 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered the young man with gunshot wounds, according to the Baltimore Police Department.
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra dazzles sold-out crowd at annual Star-Spangled Spectacular
BALTIMORE - The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra wowed the sold-out crowd Wednesday evening at the annual Star-Spangled Spectacular at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville.Those in attendance were gifted with music and a fireworks show."I really love the music," said Norman Katzen. "It's classic, plus live music is amazing." More than 4,000 people attended the traditional Independence Day show in Baltimore County."It's a concert that really celebrates America's independence," said Allison Burr-Livingstone, with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. "So, it's patriotic, film music, classical favorites."Families arrived early to the show to get the best seats."We've got picnic blankets, we got snacks, we got drinks," Danielle King said."I'm most excited to see my friends and the fireworks," Rosie King added. Star-Spangled Spectacular is a tradition that's been around for generations and brings people together from all over the East Coast."We live in New York, but I'm from Towson, and I wanted to share this amazing tradition with my family," Brad King said. A dazzling fireworks display ended the show as the BSO finished their final song.The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will perform at 8 p.m. on Thursday at Rash Field at the Inner Harbor.
Black Women Say An Amtrak Project Threatens Their Baltimore Neighborhood’s Homes — and Children
Angel St. Jean has seen big improvements to the Reservoir Hill neighborhood of Baltimore since she moved there 11 years ago. The historic, now majority-Black community had long been considered “perpetually up and coming,” she said, and parts of it had been underdeveloped for some time. In recent years, however, many of the vacant homes have been renovated, and neighbors meet for events like garden planting and street cleanups.
Baseball America's latest prospect rankings cement Jackson Holliday's fall from grace
This season was supposed to be the breakthrough campaign for Jackson Holliday, but things have not gone to plan. Jackson was the first overall pick for the Orioles in the 2022 draft and had been an out of this world talent. At just 20 years of age he had already...
Musician Bilal headlines Jazzy Summer Nights on Fourth of July
BALTIMORE - R&B singer and songwriter Bilal will headline a Fourth of July special at Jazzy Summer Nights on Thursday at the Baltimore Peninsula.The mid-week concert series will kick off a fireworks show after musical acts. "Well, I'm a soul singer, but I like to say I'm a jazz musician first, so my music encompasses all of what Black music is," Bilal said.The soulful crooner promises the audience will fall in love with his eclectic sound."That's everything from soul music to a little bit of jazz to a little bit of hip hop, you know, a little bit of funk,"...
More trucks roll through NY, NJ ports after Baltimore bridge collapse
New York Harbor's seaports saw an uptick in truck traffic after the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. New York Harbor's seaports have seen more action since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge closed the Port of Baltimore, but that's brought additional truck traffic and environmental concerns to areas of Newark and Elizabeth. [ more › ]
Shuttered Canton bar space to get new concept
A corner neighborhood bar space in Canton will soon get new life, two years after its longtime pub closed. Boston Street Bar plans to open in the former Bartenders pub at 2218 Boston St. by football season or around August, said owner Gilbert Collins Jr. The two-story bar will debut in phases, with the first floor being available initially and the second-floor bar and kitchen planning to open next year.
‘Visit Annapolis’ campaign kicks off at BWI Marshall
Clear Channel Outdoor’s Airports Division has kicked off a partnership and sponsorship with Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County to activate what’s billed as a first-of-its-kind brand takeover of the concourse at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport as the industry is expecting record numbers for the summer travel season.
Orioles to move struggling LHP to bullpen
The Orioles are kicking left-hander Cole Irvin to the bullpen, manager Brandon Hyde told reporters (X link via Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com). Baltimore will stick with a starting five of Corbin Burnes, Grayson Rodriguez, Dean Kremer, Albert Suárez and rookie Cade Povich. Irvin has spent the majority of his...
MCB Closes 151-Unit MF MSU Housing
MCB Real Estate has completed vertical construction and named “The Enolia,” a 151-unit, 473-bed off-campus housing project near Morgan State University in Baltimore. Scheduled to open in 2025, this 3.3-acre development aims to provide housing with amenities like study rooms, a fitness center, game room, and outdoor courtyard.
The Civil Rights Act turns 60
On July 2, 1964, President Lyndon Johnson signed into law the Civil Right Act and upon executing his signature, issued a challenge to all Americans to “…go to work in our communities and our states, in our homes and in our hearts, to eliminate the last vestiges of injustice in our beloved country.”
More than 500 to be laid off as UPS shuts down Baltimore warehouse through late 2025
Logistics giant UPS will lay off more than 500 workers as it shuts down a Baltimore warehouse for upgrades next month. According to a WARN notice filed with Maryland state officials, UPS will temporarily shutter their facility at 3901 Vero Road in Baltimore as of August 23, 2024. The facility...
4th of July and Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Justin Timberlake at CFG Bank Arena: Wednesday at 730pm. Catonsville 4th of July: 8am – 10pm (Parade at 3p, Fireworks at 915pm) 4th of July Pet Parade & Talent Show at AVAM: Thursday – 830am Registration, 9am Parade. 32nd Annual Federal Hill 4th of July Parade: Thursday –...
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