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United Way of Franklin County Launches “United We Dine” Campaign
The United Way of Franklin County has kicked off its “United We Dine” initiative, a fundraising campaign aimed at supporting local social programs through community dining. From July 11 to September 11, 2024, residents can contribute to the cause simply by eating out at participating restaurants across the county.
Fire department respond to fluid spill reported in Hamilton Township
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A fluid spill was reported in Franklin County Thursday afternoon. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to Warm Spring Road just south of Route 30 in Hamilton Township in the area of Sunnyway Foods around noon. The fire department was called to...
Traffic control needed after crash reported in Waynesboro Borough
WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Traffic was blocked by a crash reported in Franklin County. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the intersection of Hamilton Avenue and West Third Street in Waynesboro Borough around 11:15 a.m. Police assisted with traffic control until the scene cleared. At...
Groups demonstrate in downtown Baltimore against investing in gas infrastructure
A coalition of groups demonstrated Thursday in downtown Baltimore over gas. The coalition, including members of CASA, the Climate Action Network and the Maryland PIRG Foundation, called on Maryland's utilities to stop investing in gas infrastructure. A report from the Office of the People's Counsel found gas utility spending increased...
Scholarship program aims to bring more registered nurses to Meritus
A partnership between Meritus Health and Shepherd University will assist nursing students in becoming registered nurses and working locally. Meritus is offering a certain number of scholarships to nursing students at the Shepherdstown, W.Va., school to help directly address the critical need for more registered nurses locally and throughout the country.
Open Date Set for Amazon Fresh on Shady Grove Road
Amazon Fresh at 15790 Shady Grove Rd. in Gaithersburg will open on Thursday, August 8, according to an Amazon spokesperson. “This will be the eighth Amazon Fresh store in the DMV region. The Gaithersburg store will feature the same wide selection, great prices, and convenient shopping experience that customers have come to appreciate from Amazon Fresh,” the company said in an email.
DC man found guilty of driving while high on cocaine with girlfriend on car hood
WASHINGTON (7News) — A DC woman tried to stop her boyfriend from driving while intoxicated, but ended up on the hood of the car for several DC blocks in early June, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Wednesday, a federal jury in DC found the boyfriend, 51-year-old Paul Camby,...
Former art gallery being considered for apartments, co-work space and restaurant
Multi-use buildout could take two years; developer may close in September. LURAY, July 25 — A Washington, D.C.-based developer executed a contract on June 10 for the right to purchase the three-story, brick structure at 15 Campbell Ave., formally the site of a local art gallery for more than two decades. A 90-day “study period” will be ending shortly after Labor Day. If plans proceed, the building’s nearly 34,000 square feet will be renovated and converted to apartments, co-work space, a restaurant, gym and music venue, according to plans presented to the Luray Council during its work session on Monday.
Jamaican Independence and Emancipation Anniversaries in the Spotlight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, DC – This coming Sunday, July 28, will be a red-letter day for Jamaicans in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland, who are gearing up for a momentous celebration of the island’s Independence. Also on the cards for the special service of thanksgiving – a celebration of the...
16-year-old arrested in connection to triple Southeast shooting that left 3 injured
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced that a 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection to a triple shooting that happened in Southeast on Tuesday. On July 23, just after 2:30 p.m., officers were called to the 2900 block of Nelson Place to investigate a shooting. There, police located three […]
2024 Paris Olympics athlete profile: Helen Maroulis | Wrestling
Helen Maroulis is no stranger to making history. She seeks to become the first American women’s wrestler to win three Olympic medals after having won gold in 2016 and bronze in Tokyo. Maroulis started wrestling at age 7 and became the only Maryland public school wrestler to become an...
Nanjemoy couple honored by Audubon Society
Wild rabbits and deer are grazing, cicadas are humming, fish are splashing and blue herons are flying above. Nature being unbothered by people is an uncommon sight in today’s reality, but it is not a concept completely lost, especially not in Nanjemoy. The Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center, a staple field trip location for fifth grade students in Charles public schools, has sat on 10 acres of wetlands, forests and meadows since 1989. This land is provided to students by Rick Posey and Mary Mosher. ...
Silver Spring named best place for families to live
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Silver Spring takes the top seat this year as the best place for families to live in the U.S., according to the latest rankings from Fortune Magazine. Silver Spring, just outside of Washington, D.C., ranked No. 3 last year. Fortune noted Silver Springs’s local charm and convenience of […]
Ralph Friedgen ‘Humbled’ By Maryland State Athletic Hall Of Fame Honor
Former Maryland football coach Ralph Friedgen will be awarded the Coaches Legacy Award at the 63rd Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame induction banquet at Martin’s West in Baltimore on Nov. 21. Friedgen will be the third recipient of the award that was created in 2022. Gary Williams and...
Montgomery County Recreation Unveils A Statue Honoring Olympic Gold Medalist Dominique Dawes
Just days before the start of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Montgomery County unveiled a statue in honor of one of the area’s own Olympians, three-time gold medalist Dominique Dawes. Community members flocked to Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center (SSRAC) on July 23 not only to take part in the monumental moment commemorating Dawes, but […] The post Montgomery County Recreation Unveils A Statue Honoring Olympic Gold Medalist Dominique Dawes appeared first on The Washington Informer.
Hogan calls on Alsobrooks to halt ‘support for cutting off aid to Israel’
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan addressed a letter to his Senate opponent, Angela Alsobrooks, on Wednesday, calling for her to reverse “support for cutting off aid to Israel,” among other things. The letter comes as Hogan attended former Sen. Joe Lieberman’s memorial service, where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke before addressing a joint session […]
69-Year-Old Man Killed After Two-Vehicle Collision In Prince George’s County
SEAT PLEASANT, Md. – The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Seat Pleasant on Thursday. The deceased driver is 69-year-old Zachery Cummings of Bowie. On July 18, 2024, at approximately 1:30 pm, officers with the...
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