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Struggling for Solutions: Baltimore’s Battle Against Overdoses
In Baltimore, a city once praised for its proactive stance on addiction, recent years have brought a devastating surge in overdose deaths. Fueled by the proliferation of fentanyl and shifting governmental priorities, the toll has been profound. Almost 6,000 Dead in 6 Years: Baltimore’s Overdose Crisis. Over the past...
Golf tournament to support animal shelter set for July 12
WORTON — The Animal Care Shelter for Kent County (ACSKC) is excited to announce their inaugural “Putt for Paws” golf tournament. The tournament will take place on Friday, July 12, at the Chester River Yacht & Country Club, featuring an 18-hole scramble format. Registration begins at noon, with a shotgun start for golfers at 1 p.m. For those interested in relaxed fun off the fairway, an after-party, including bocce, will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The golf fee is all-inclusive and covers 18...
Catching up with Community Collections Grant Recipient Ashley Minner Jones on Beyond Baltimore Street: Living Lumbee Legacies
The following is an interview with community-based artist and folklorist Dr. Ashley Minner Jones about her 2024 Community Collections Grant project, Beyond Baltimore Street: Living Lumbee Legacies. This post is part of the Of the People blog series featuring the awardees of the American Folklife Center’s Community Collections Grant program. The Community Collections Grants program is part of the Library’s Of the People: Widening the Path initiative, which seeks to create new opportunities to engage with the Library of Congress and enrich the Library’s collections, allowing the national library to share a more inclusive American story.
Downed Wires During Storm Result In Electrocution Of Severn Man: Fire Investigators
Late on Sunday afternoon, first responders were called to a home in the 1400 block of Maryland Avenue, when a man suffered serious injuries after being shocked by the wire, investigators say. He was rushed to the Baltimore Washington Medical Center, where the Severn resident was later pronounced dead from...
Large cargo ship lost engine power after leaving Port of Baltimore, returned for repairs
BALTIMORE -- A large cargo ship lost engine power attempting to leave the Port of Baltimore on Monday and had to return for repairs, the Maryland Port Administration confirmed.The vessel, The Bellavia, is flagged out of Liberia.The cause of the engine trouble was not released, but tracking website myshiptracking.com lists the Bellavia as having left the port Monday and returning less than 30 minutes later.The ship left for New York after 18 hours at port.The ship is similar in size to the Dali, a vessel that crashed into the Key Bridge, causing it to collapse, in March.The National Transportation Safety Board said the Dali lost power before crashing into the bridge, which collapsed into the Patapsco River and killing six construction workers.The Dali also lost power twice the day before it was scheduled to depart from the port, according to the NTSB report.
Baltimore City Council approves Mayor Scott’s $4.2B Budget with No Amendments
After weeks of agency hearings led by the Baltimore City Council Ways and Means Committee, the council overwhelmingly approved Mayor Brandon M. Scott’s (D) $4.2 billion budget on June 17. Baltimore City Council President Nick Mosby and other members approved Mayor Brandon M. Scott’s (D) proposed $4.2 billion budget...
$1,000 for new parents? Baby bonus to appear on Baltimore ballots in November
BALTIMORE - Baltimore residents will be able to vote on a measure that would provide new parents with a one-time $1,000 payment.The Baltimore City Board of Elections certified more than 10,000 signatures from city residents supporting the proposed charter amendment, according to our media partners at The Baltimore Banner.An advocacy group petitioned for the "Baltimore Baby Bonus" campaign.If passed, new parents, whether it be by birth or adoption, would receive the payment. Maryland Child Alliance President Nate Golden said the goal of the proposal is to offer financial support to residents who birth or adopt a baby."The Baltimore Baby Bonus started as...
Garrett County’s Big Funky Blues Fest – A Must-Attend Event!
Garrett County’s SECOND ANNUAL Big Funky Blues Festival is set to light up the summer stage on Saturday, July 13th, at the Garrett County Fairgrounds. Gates open at 10:00 a.m. and the festival runs until 9:00 p.m. This awesome event is brought to you by OMG Relax, a relaxing gift shop and Medical Breakthrough Massage Chairs™ spa located at The Fort in McHenry.
Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
This week the AFRO compiled a list of events happening throughout the month of July in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area. Take a look below to see what’s happening near you!. Captain America Movie Marathon. Are there any Marvel fans in the family? If so, the Enoch...
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...
Joan Poncella exhibit at Waller Gallery tells story of family, disability, resilience
Dozens of photographs, collages and sculptures fill Waller Gallery, and all of them point to one person's story. "Joan Poncella is based on my grandmother," said Bria Sterling-Wilson, a Baltimore collage artist and photographer. "She is 85 years old today and the show is based upon her and her life, and just the amazing story that she has behind her."
Baltimore Arts and Culture Events 7/3/24 – 7/17/24
Star-Spangled Celebration at Rash Field: Celebrates Independence Day with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in the heart of Baltimore’s iconic Inner Harbor. The program ends with a bang when a spectacular fireworks display lights up the harbor sky. 8 p.m. at Rash Field, 201 Key Highway. For more information, go to bsomusic.org or call 410-783-8000.
Baltimore Government and Community Events 7/3/24-7/17/24
West Wednesdays: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. For more information, go to facebook.com/justicefortyronewest. The AcuSoundBath: Community Acupuncture Sound Bath. Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Suggested donation $22-$222. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m....
Mercy Medical Center adds mixed reality shoulder replacements
Baltimore-based Mercy Medical Center is now offering Stryker's Blueprint mixed reality technology for shoulder replacements, the hospital said July 2. The hospital is the first in the mid-Atlantic region to offer the technology, according to a news release. Gregory Gasbarro, MD, is the sixth surgeon in the U.S. to use Blueprint mixed reality.
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.
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