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Multi-vehicle crash on I-95 causes major delays in Howard County
HOWARD COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Morning commuters traveling on Interstate 95 South can expect major delays after several vehicles were involved in a crash in Howard County on Thursday. In a post on X at 4:48 a.m., the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) said the crash was just before Exit 38. The department […]
Howard County Principal, Marcy Leonard, Retires After Decades of Distinguished Service
Marcy Leonard, beloved principal of Wilde Lake High School, entered retirement this summer after decades of working as a teacher, administrator, and principal. For Leonard, working in education has always come natural to her. “My mom was an elementary school teacher. I grew up in a household where education was important and valued,” Leonard said.
New bike garden in Howard County readies the next generation of bikers
A vacant basketball court gets a new life training the next generation of cyclists for the road. Howard County’s Department of Recs and Park unveiled their new Bicycle Traffic Garden Thursday.
Construction of 244-Unit Apartment Building Now Complete
Fairfield has announced the completion of the final construction phase of 333 Ellington Apartments inside the Downtown Crown planned community development. Located in the heart of the master plan at 333 Ellington Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD, this brand-new multifamily community adds 244 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, including 27 affordable homes.
Security cameras, panic buttons will be installed in holding cells at Carroll’s historic courthouse
New security cameras will be added to holding cells at the Carroll County Historic Courthouse in Westminster. The Board of Carroll County Commissioners at their meeting Thursday unanimously approved the purchase of new security cameras and panic buttons for the Historic Courthouse located at 200 Willis St., in Westminster. Marathon Technology Solutions in Eldersburg will provide them for ...
Nearly 600 families in Montgomery Co. will receive up to $400 a month through 'MC Groceries'
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — Montgomery County and Instacart partnered together to create an innovative program aimed at increasing food security across the county. The program is called "MC Groceries" and it will provide 600 families with a monthly stipend to use on Instacart Health Fresh Funds. “The program demonstrates...
Howard County medical center raises $250K for behavioral health unit
As of Friday, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center has raised about a quarter-million dollars, about 8% of its fundraising goal to support the expansion of its emergency department’s behavioral health unit. The medical center wants to raise $3 million by Dec. 31 in its campaign, called “Together: Let’s...
Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project alternative proposed by Carroll lawmaker
State Sen. Chris West has proposed an alternative to the proposed 70-mile transmission line threatening to raise energy bills and compromise farmland in Carroll, Frederick and Baltimore counties. PJM, the Regional Transmission Organization responsible for operating power systems that provide energy for all of Maryland, has contracted with the Public Service Enterprise Group to complete the ...
Volunteer fire department in middle of Key Bridge response in need of new rescue boat
BALTIMORE - A volunteer fire department in Baltimore County says it needs $1.2 million for a new boat so it can continue responding to emergencies along the Chesapeake Bay.Transamerica Foundation donated $100,000 to kickstart the campaign for a new boat for the North Point-Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department, which was one of the first to respond to the deadly Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse last March.The volunteer fire department has two open water vessels that make up their fleet. But one of those boats is 16 years old, has a broken pump, and is well under the industry's recommended expectation of...
Columbia Welcomes New Bicycle Traffic Garden at Huntington Park with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball led the opening of an innovative new Bicycle Traffic Garden at Huntington Park, Columbia, repurposed from an unused basketball court to now serve as a vibrant hub for novice bikers to hone their street skills. Joined by Department of Recreation & Parks Director Nick Mooneyhan and biking community advocates, Ball cut the ribbon and celebrated this addition to the community, as detailed by the Howard County press release.
17th Annual ‘Bluegrass on the Farm’ Festival in Derwood Takes Place on Saturday, Sept. 7
Per Montgomery County: “The Montgomery Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood will be filled with music from noon-6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, for the 17th Annual “Bluegrass on the Farm” festival. King Street Bluegrass, the Shannon Bielski Duo and The Poor Ellen Smith Band will be the headline performers.
Ellicott City Commuters Alert, Major Stormwater Pond Repair on Montgomery Run Road Begins
Residents of Ellicott City and the surrounding areas should be aware that a significant construction project is underway. The Howard County government has begun repair and improvement efforts on a stormwater management pond located just south of 8360 Montgomery Run Road. According to Howard County's statement, the plan involves replacing the aging metal spillway pipe with a more durable reinforced concrete structure, along with necessary grading and stabilization.
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