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Neighbors worry letting youth rowing club use Homeport Farm Park in Edgewater will harm environment
The prospect of a rowing club for young people at Homeport Farm Park in Edgewater is raising concerns from neighbors worried about the potential environmental impact on the rustic park. Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks recently began looking at ways to expand water access at the 25-acre park, said...
Glen Burnie Bancorp adds new director to board
GLEN BURNIE, Md. - Glen Burnie Bancorp (NASDAQ: GLBZ), the parent company of The Bank of Glen Burnie, has announced the appointment of Joseph G. "Jay" Baldwin to its Board of Directors. This move comes as part of a strategic emphasis to position The Bank of Glen Burnie as the primary financial institution for small to mid-sized businesses in Anne Arundel County.
FBI warns of new crime trend, has seen around 80 cases this year
WOODLAWN, Md. — The FBI is warning about a new crime trend called jugging, which occurs when thieves watch people take money out of an ATM or bank and then rob them, usually at gunpoint. The FBI is assisting in as many as 80 cases to date in 2024....
Anne Arundel County Police Apprehend Escapee in Annapolis
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Anne Arundel County Police Department successfully apprehended an escapee yesterday afternoon, following a series of updates and community assistance. The individual was taken into custody in the vicinity…
FBI Baltimore issues warning as armed robberies surge at Anne Arundel County ATMs
Baltimore (WBFF) — FBI Baltimore issued a warning about the increase in armed robberies at banks and ATMs in Maryland. At least 21 bank and ATM customers have been victimized by these crimes in the first week of July, according to FBI Baltimore. A majority of the crimes have...
Marley Creek closed due to large sewage spill. Here's what to know.
ANNAPOLIS – Marley Creek has issued an emergency closing due to a large sewage spill between Brewers Island and Marley Creek Drive in Glen Burnie, according to Anne Arundel health officials. Recreational waters are closed for swimming, waterskiing, and other direct water contact due to the potential health risks...
Truck Fire On MD-295 Blocks Several Lanes Before Afternoon Commute In Anne Arundel County
Some southbound lanes on the parkway were shut down near MD-100 while crews battled the truck fire and investigated the incident. According to officials, as of 4:45 p.m. onJuly 12, righthand lanes were still blocked, and two left lanes were getting by. Delays were reportedly less than four miles. Want...
Winning $50,000 'Pick 5' Ticket Sold To Lucky Lotto Player At Annapolis Safeway
"AA County Man," a self-described "regular player" struck again using a friend's birthday digits, he says, making it two five-figure wins in two years. “Just put, ‘AA County Man strikes again’” he said on July 11 after claiming a $50,000 prize at Maryland Lottery headquarters in Baltimore, a familiar space or him, having previously hit on two 50-cent Pick 5 tickets – $25,000 each - in June 2022.
FBI Warns Maryland Residents of “Jugging” Crimes
The FBI and Law Enforcement Partners Urge the Public to Be Vigilant After a Spate of Armed Robberies. Per the FBI Baltimore: The FBI and our local law enforcement partners are investigating a surge of armed robberies, known as “jugging” crimes, at financial institutions in Maryland. At least 21 bank and ATM customers have been victimized by these crimes just in the first week of July. A majority of the crimes have taken place in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties.
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