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Hogan calls on Alsobrooks to disavow Maryland tax, fee increases
Former Republican Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, who is running for Senate, has written a letter calling on his opponent, Angela Alsobrooks (D), to disavow recent tax and fee increases in the state. The letter, first reported by the Washington Examiner, calls on Alsobrooks to reverse her support and “stand with your constituents by joining with…
Asking about household guns should be a 'social norm', says pediatric nurse practitioner
WASHINGTON (7News) — A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) survey found about half of American households that have a gun, there is at least one that is loaded and unlocked. The US Surgeon General declared gun violence a public health crisis and wants safe and secure firearm...
Families, friends find new Fourth of July tradition through celebration at Baker Park
For years when Jen Arnett lived in Iowa and Independence Day rolled around, she and her husband would invite friends to their home for a picnic. Arnett originally grew up in Mount Airy and lived outside of Maryland for more than 20 years, but she and her husband moved back to Frederick County last year. Now that she’s here and closer to her family, she said, she and her husband wanted to find ...
Police monitor Gaithersburg home amid neighborhood party complaints
GAITHERSBURG, Md. (7News) — Montgomery County Police were keeping an eye on a Gaithersburg area home on July 4th after complaints from some neighbors about past pool parties there. As 7News’s Kelly Lynne has reported this week, some residents of Woodfield Estates south of Damascus have complained about parties...
Poolesville and the UMCVFD Celebrate Independence Day with Fireworks, Food and Fun
Poolesville and the Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department (UMCVFD) are hosting their annual Independence Day celebration at the Soccer Fields off Hughes Road Thursday. There will be a fireworks display, food and live entertainment. For front-row box seats, the UMCVFD asks interested parties to call 301 972-8719. Parking gates...
96-year-old woman killed in Adams County crash near Route 15: state police
A 96-year-old woman died at the hospital after she was involved in a crash in Adams County on Thursday morning, Pennsylvania State Police in Gettysburg said. The crash happened on East Berlin Road (Route 234) near the on-ramp for Route 15 North in Tyrone Township around 11:30 a.m., according to state police.
40 displaced after fire breaks out in Rockville women’s shelter
ROCKVILLE, Md. (DC News Now) — Officials said 40 residents were displaced after a fire broke out at a women’s shelter in Rockville Thursday. The shelter is located in the 16900 block of Crabbs Branch Way. There, firefighters saw smoke coming from the roof and attic of the shelter. A fan’s motor in a bathroom […]
Former senior adviser to Fitzwater taking over as chief of staff; Kadish departs Friday
Former senior Pat Murray is returning to work for Democratic Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater’s administration. Murray, who left the administration late last year to work on a congressional campaign, is returning to be Fitzwater’s chief of staff. Murray is taking over for Chelsea Kadish, who has served as Fitzwater’s chief of staff since December 2022 but is leaving her post on ...
25 animals test positive for rabies in Frederick County, health officials say
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Health officials in Federick County, Md. warned the community to keep their pets and family safe after multiple animals tested positive for rabies. As of July 1, the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) Environmental Health Office said 25 animals tested positive for the deadly virus in the county. […]
Catonsville’s quirky Fourth of July tradition continues as chair thieves strike
Someone is stealing chairs. Not just any chairs, though. These chairs are part of a time-honored holiday tradition in Catonsville. As part of what has become a tradition, residents place chairs alongside Frederick Road to save their place days — sometimes weeks — in advance of the Catonsville Fourth of July parade.
York County police seeking identity of 'suspicious' sombrero wearer
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — York County police are seeking information on a "suspicious" sombrero wearer. According to the West Manchester Township Police Department, the individual was caught on camera in the early morning hours of June 30 along the 5000 block of Goldens Path. Anyone with information on the...
Fireworks Confiscated From Fiery I-270 Crash Scene In Montgomery County, Officials Say
First responders were called to a stretch of the southbound lanes of the interstate at around 4 a.m. near Montrose Road in Rockville, where there was a reported crash involving two vehicles, one of which was fully engulfed in flames. According to a Montgomery County Fire and EMS spokesperson, three...
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