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Abingdon Woods' controversial large development scrapped after settlement reached
BALTIMORE -- A developer's controversial two million square foot business park project at Abingdon Woods in southern Harford County has been scrapped after a settlement was reached with county leaders. The project sparked a lengthy legal battle over environmental concerns about local waterways and trees that had been cleared.In the settlement, the developer is required to reforest the land and build new stormwater management facilities.The developer would have to start over and get all new permits to build on the space.Even though plans for this current project have been halted, residents said their fight to keep this current land...
SUN: How Baltimore’s old Memorial Stadium lives on
For history detectives who search around the Memorial Stadium site there are visible chunks of concrete, a brick or two and rebar west of third base. It’s a reminder of the Baltimore sports arena that served the Orioles, Colts and Ravens in a stretch of history that goes back to 1922.
Woman makes history buying entire Baltimore waterfront block
Dr. Vonnya Pettigrew is the CEO of Root Branch Media Group (RBMG). She recently achieved a historic milestone in her career, buying an entire block in Baltimore to house her media hub in one building, according to The Baltimore Times. The RBMG Building [renamed The RBMG Building Canton Harbor] is...
Detective Says DNA on Knife Links Suspect to Murder
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A Baltimore Police Department (BPD) detective testified against a homicide defendant in Baltimore City Circuit Court on July 25. Alphonso Ward, 47, is charged with first-degree murder and possession of a deadly weapon with intent to injure...
Counsel Give Closing Arguments in Shooting That Left Victim Partially Blind
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The prosecution and defense wrapped up their cases by giving conflicting accounts as to what happened in the moments leading up to a man’s being shot in the face in closing arguments on July 19. Terrell...
Montgomery County Launches MoCoConnect Community Camera Sharing Program
Montgomery County Police have introduced MoCoConnect, a new initiative allowing residents to register their home security cameras voluntarily and indicate their willingness to be contacted if a crime occurs. According to Police Chief Marc Yamada, the program is organized in collaboration with Fusus by Axon and allows for camera integration,...
Man Sentenced to 27-Years for Brutally Attacking 63-Year-Old Landlord Over Rent Dispute
A 31-year-old Silver Spring man was sentenced today to 27-years in prison for a near-fatal attack on his landlord in April 2020 in a home on the 9700 block of Hastings Drive. According to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, “Today in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, the Honorable Margaret Schweitzer sentenced defendant, Geofrey Gaitan, 31, of Silver Spring, to 30 years in prison suspend all but 27 years to serve and five years of supervised probation upon release.
Man convicted in killing of Efraim Gordon in 2021, prosecutors say
A man charged in the fatal shooting of an Israeli man who was visiting Baltimore in 2021 was convicted Thursday of murder, according to the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office. William Holloman, now 19 years old, was found guilty Thursday in the fatal shooting of Efraim Gordon, prosecutors told 11...
Orioles are really, really bad at showing they don't want to trade Jackson Holliday
The last few weeks have been a hectic time for the Baltimore Orioles' top prospect Jackson Holliday, who is also the top prospect in the sport of baseball. His spot in the Orioles organization is about as safe as safe gets, one would imagine. But when the rumors emerged that Baltimore was pursuing the Detroit Tigers ace, Tarik Skubal, some began to question if Holliday could be on the move in a blockbuster trade for Skubal.
Governor Moore signs executive order creating Maryland Plain Language Initiative
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order (PDF) creating the Maryland Plain Language Initiative. The initiative aims to ensure that all Maryland residents have equal access to government-based communications, services, and supports.
July 25 Showers And Thunderstorms Today Less Humid Tomorrow Into The Weekend
This same old frontal boundary remains stuck over our region, but will get a push to move out later today. There is rain in parts of our region this morning. As a cooler air mass arrives, the cold front in between will ignite thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Less humid...
CareFirst's path to the 95th percentile for diabetes outcomes
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield credits a critical partnership with achieving top-tier results for Type 2 diabetes care. CareFirst partnered with Ryse Health, a chain of clinics in the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore areas, focused exclusively on managing diabetes. CareFirst members who received care at Ryse Health clinics had, on average, scores in the 95th percentile for several HEDIS measures.
Free movie night to celebrate completion of Ghost Rivers trail
The Ghost Rivers project is complete, and by way of celebration, the public is invited to a free outdoor screening of water-themed vintage 16mm films in Wyman Park Dell on Aug. 1 from 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. Bob Wagner and Teresa Duggan (hosts of Bob & Teresa’s 16mm...
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