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Bmore Social: Maryland Science Center’s 47th Annual Solstice Gala
A visual recap of the summer soiree that supports the museum's free field trips for students. Maryland Science Center’s 47th Annual Solstice Gala. The Maryland Science Center welcomed some 500 guests to celebrate the start of the season with what could—quite literally—be described as a hot summer shindig. Temperatures outside hovered in the 90s, while the atmosphere inside offered air-conditioned spaces but with a hot, jazzy vibe. There were buffets and bars to browse, science experiments to observe or participate in, and live performances to groove to. The gala garnered some $220,000 to underwrite the Science Center’s free admission policy for student field trips.
911 Caller Dies Before Questioning About 2022 Murder
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A Baltimore Police Department (BPD) detective said during a murder trial in Baltimore City Circuit Court that a 911 caller died before he could be interviewed by detectives. Samuel Cole, 36, is charged with first-degree murder, firearm...
Baltimore Birthday Bash returns for 10th year to celebrate city’s 295 years
Get ready to celebrate your favorite city’s birthday with the 10th annual Baltimore Birthday Bash. The event draws people from across the city, and 11 News has the scoop on this year’s theme and location, as well as where to get tickets. | BALTIMORE BIRTHDAY BASH LINKS: Event...
Baltimore Tech Hub skipped for millions in federal funding, will reapply in second round
BALTIMORE -- The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program. The Biden Administration on Tuesday announced the first 12 hubs to receive funding, with allotments ranging from $19 million to $51 million. The Greater Baltimore Committee, a consortium that heads the Baltimore Tech Hub, will get a $500,000 grant to support its reapplication in the next round of funding in the five-year, $10 billion project. "[The U.S. Department of] Commerce announced in April that the hubs collectively submitted 182...
Anne Arundel County police looking for man accused of assaulting delivery driver in Glen Burnie
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Anne Arundel County Police Department said it was looking for a man who allegedly assaulted and stole from a delivery driver on Monday afternoon. On July 1 at around 2:55 p.m., officers responded to Cromwell Park Drive in Glen Burnie for reports of a citizen robbery. […]
Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo to play in MLB All-Star Futures Game
For the second straight year, the Orioles will have a teenager in the Futures Game. Samuel Basallo, the No. 2 catching prospect in baseball, was named to the American League’s roster in the MLB All-Star Futures Game later this month — a showcase of the sport’s top minor league talent. Basallo, 19, follows Jackson Holliday, baseball’s top prospect, after the middle infielder participated in ...
BRRC hosts yet another successful golf tournament
On a seasonably warm day with perfect weather, the Back River Restoration Committee assembled to hosted one of its highly cherished events to close out the month of June. BRRC’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament, held on June 28 at Rocky Point Golf Course in Essex, sold out once again. As it has been for the 12 prior events, the tournament fundraiser was a big draw, attracting nearly 150 participants. For...
WJZ Sports Director Mark Viviano to retire from broadcast in July
BALTIMORE -- After 40 years on the job, WJZ-TV Sports Director Mark Viviano will be retiring from broadcasting. Viviano made the announcement to the public in a heartfelt video message on social media Monday, captioned, "With great gratitude, I share news of a career/life transition. 40 years in 100 seconds. Most grateful to God."Viviano spent 30 years in Baltimore, and the last 22 years at WJZ-TV. He says he'll be spending his retirement devoting time to his family and to what he calls "God's calling," helping those in need in the community through programs of the Catholic Church of Baltimore. "To anyone...
Baltimore officials made a bad bet
At 7:33 a.m. on May 9, 1980, the freighter Summit Venture, with a harbor pilot guiding it, was entering Tampa Bay approaching the Sunshine Skyway Bridge when the total reliance on luck proved, yet again, to be a bad bet. The original Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the Francis Scott Key...
Ohio Bison 15U win World Series title in Maryland
The Ohio Bison 15U won five consecutive games last week to win the Baseball Youth World Series championship in Ocean City, Maryland. The Bison, who played six games total, outscored their opponents 35-10. After tying Philadelphia Prime 16U in their first game, they beat teams from Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Virginia.
Hyde updates Mountcastle and rotation plans, Burnes returns to club as father of twin girls
SEATTLE – Ryan Mountcastle is taking ground balls at first base during batting practice and might be available to play tonight. Mountcastle hasn’t been in the lineup for the past three games. “He’s still a little bit under the weather,” said manager Brandon Hyde. “Hopefully he...
Orioles rival is furious with latest MLB Pipeline rankings thanks to Jackson Holliday
A mere 38.2 miles separate the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals' respective ballparks, but only one spot in the rankings divides their top prospects. On Monday, Sam Dykstra of the MLB Pipeline released a freshly updated version of the top 100 farm system players in baseball. Little did the reporter know he'd set Nationals fans ablaze by listing Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday No. 1 -- ahead of Washington left fielder James Wood.
Orioles, Vinny Nittoli Agree To Minor League Deal
Right-hander Vinny Nittoli and the Orioles have agreed to a deal, per Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com on X. The righty will report to Triple-A Norfolk. Earlier today, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reported on X that the righty had elected free agency. He was designated for assignment by the Cubs last week but passed through waivers unclaimed.
White House Seeks Funds for Baltimore Bridge Repairs
Sen. Patty Murray Touts $4 Billion Emergency Request That Includes Natural Disaster Aid. [Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.]. The leader of the Senate budget panel endorsed a recent emergency funding request from the White House specific to repairing a bridge that collapsed in Baltimore this year.
Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival is coming back — and it’s bringing a new beer with it!
The second annual Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival will take place Sept. 21-22 on the eastern beach at Sandy Point State Park. The festival highlights the best in regional and national bluegrass, jamgrass, funkgrass, and Americana music. It’s a conservation and community-focused musical event, listed as a “Don’t-Miss Bay Music Festival”...
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