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Arrest made in Hagerstown fatal double shooting
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — Hagerstown police have arrested a man for a double shooting that left one person dead. The Hagerstown Police Department (HPD) said Brandon Hinton, Jr. was arrested for his involvement in the shooting that happened Thursday in the 200 block of East Washington St. just before 1 p.m. HPD said […]
Investment in Hagerstown properties driving housing, commercial revival
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — The City of Hagerstown is celebrating a new development downtown, which could signal a revival for some properties. Over the past four years, more than $1 billion has been invested in residential and commercial development in Hagerstown. Emily Conrad, who works for the city, said she sees incentives driving […]
Maryland Weather: Evening storms before beautiful weekend!
BALTIMORE --Tropical humidity continues with scattered showers & storms this evening. A picture perfect weekend is on the way.Scattered showers and storms will continue into this evening ahead of a strong cold front. While widespread severe weather is not likely, isolated pockets of damaging winds possible. In addition to downpours, frequent cloud to ground lightning is possible along with some small hail. The greatest risk is now through 9 PM. A few leftover showers are possible during the early overnight hours, but the widespread showers and storms will have exited the area. Humidity levels will fall late tonight, but the drop...
In wake of Key Bridge collapse, Maryland explores pier protection for Bay Bridge; initial budget is $145M
After the demise of its northern neighbor at the mighty hands of a massive cargo ship, Maryland’s lengthiest and most-celebrated bridge is expected to receive reinforcement from vessel collision in the coming years. The Maryland Transportation Authority, which owns the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in Annapolis, said in the months after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26 that it ...
PennLive’s 2024 Mid-Penn Conference football Media Day wrap up: Photos, tweets and fun from Cumberland Valley
Mid-Penn Conference football teams converged on Cumberland Valley High School Wednesday and met with the press to talk about their prospects for the upcoming seasin during PennLive’s annual Media Day festivities. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Maryland literacy policy in the works
(The Center Square) – Maryland’s venture to create and implement a statewide comprehensive literacy policy is underway, but State Board of Education President Joshua Michael says the board won’t consider adoption until at least September. Maryland’s journey with literacy policy has been long and winding, involving a patchwork application of the science of reading principles […]
Autism M&A Activity Continues to Rebound, as ABA Therapy Company Behavioral Framework Buys BCPS
M&A activity in the autism treatment industry appears to be picking up. On July 22, private equity-backed ABA Connect announced that it acquired ABA Therapy of Houston, bumping its footprint to 12 facilities across Texas and Colorado. Then, on July 24, Behavioral Framework announced it acquired Behavior Consultation & Psychological Services (BCPS).
Funding Concerns For Key Bridge Rebuild And Red Line
Baltimore, MD (WBFF) — Governor Wes Moore has expressed confidence in recent months about his partnership with President Joe Biden and the president's commitment to supply funding for the key bridge rebuild. With changes now in the democratic party, there are now questions about whether that funding will still...
Retired G-A reading specialist's book about her family has lessons for everyone
Note: An earlier version of this story contained the wrong email for author Judith "Judy" Reed. Her email address is reedjudy1945@gmail.com. The COVID-19 pandemic compelled retired educator Judith “Judy” (Elliott) Reed to become the author of “Footsteps of the Past Lead to the Future.”. “When COVID hit,...
New online overdose dashboard highlights Maryland's opioid epidemic
BALTIMORE - Maryland's health department rolled out a new tool that can paint a clear image of the opioid crisis. The interactive dashboard allows people to zoom in and see where deadly overdoses are located and who is impacted the most by the ongoing opioid crisis. It also compiles data on non-fatal emergency department visits and incidents when Naloxone, an overdose reversal medication, was administered by EMS."This dashboard will enable Marylanders who are at the forefront of the opioid and overdose crisis, along with the individuals and organizations supporting them, to have broader access to data and trends in overdose, and...
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