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Root For These 24 Maryland, Virginia Athletes Repping Team USA At Paris Olympics
A total of 24 athletes from Maryland and 15 from Virginia have all qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. Athletes from Maryland set to sport the Red, White, and Blue during the Olympics:. Phoebe Bacon,...
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 […]
Man arrested following standoff with chainsaw
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A wanted West Virginia man has been arrested following a standoff with a chainsaw. According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department, 37-year-old Cory Cutlip was wanted on multiple charges across several counties. At approximately 6:33 PM, Deputies Clark and Keller, along with Corporal Shockey, arrived at the location where Cutlip […]
61 animals seized and rescued from a Kearneysville home
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control report the rescue of 61 animals from a Kearneysville home. After receiving complaints from citizens Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control secured warrants for 32 Cottage Road in Kearneysville. On July 18 authorities on site confirmed animals were living in...
‘Kill switch engaged’: Pa. man indicted for threatening Sen. Mastriano, others
A federal grand jury has indicted a Franklin County man for making threats against state Sen. Doug Mastriano, a Pennsylvania Air National Guard sergeant and a county commissioner. The grand jury indicted Richard Little, 49, of the 2800 block of Roosevelt Drive, Greene Township, on separate counts of making online...
Maryland wrestler aims to be the greatest of all time
Aaron Brooks, a standout wrestler from Hagerstown, Maryland, is set to make his Olympic debut in Paris. According to this family, Brooks is likely the first Olympian ever from his hometown. Brooks, who recently won the prestigious Hodge Trophy as the nation’s top collegiate wrestler, has been chasing his dream...
Broadway honors Hagerstown community theatre leader
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — The head of a community theatre program in Hagerstown is headed to Broadway this weekend to be honored for his work with young performers. Robbie Soto has been coaching talented kids on stage for the past decade. He will be saluted for enriching the community through innovative theatrical productions […]
YMCA camp counselor mentors, educates kids about HBCU experience
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — For many kids growing up in a rural area like Hagerstown, the knowledge of HBCU is low or even nonexistent. That’s why YMCA counselor Asia Warren has taken it upon herself to educate the youth about all their options when it comes to higher education. “If you don’t grow […]
State Senator Corderman – Hagerstown “in crisis and under seige”
HAGERSTOWN – In a 24 July 2024 letter to Mayor Martinez and Council, Paul Corderman pens a two page letter with 8 action points fueled by last week’s homicide. Corderman stated “that event once again demonstrated a lack of urgency and prioritization from City Hall.” Read the full letter here!
Wrestler Aaron Brooks trying to stay even-keeled at Olympics
Hagerstown wrestler Aaron Brooks is set to fulfill a lifelong dream, competing on the biggest stage imaginable against the best in the world in Paris. There are significant medals at stake: gold, silver and bronze. These are the Olympic Games, where legends are born. ...
Danny Dietrich Making Dirt Late Model Debut At Hagerstown Speedway
Count Danny Dietrich as the latest open-wheel standout to try his hand in Dirt Late Model racing. The Pennsylvania Posse Sprint Car standout will make his debut in the fendered discipline on July 28 at Hagerstown (Md.) Speedway as part of the half-mile's Frank Sagi Tribute live on FloRacing. Dietrich...
Parts Of Catoctin Mountain Park To Close This Weekend
The National Park Service says it’s due to increased security. Catoctin Mountain Park visitor center (Photo from Catoctin Mt. Park’s website) Thurmont, Md (KM) Portions of Catoctin Mountain Park will be closed this weekend due to security reasons. The National Park Service says the closure will begin on...
Local Daily Media Acquires Maryland’s ‘Free Country’ WFRE.
Connoisseur Media agrees to sell its Frederick, MD, stations “Free Country” WFRE-FM (99.9) and “Free Talk” WFMD-AM (960) to Local Daily Media of Williamsburg, VA. Completion of the deal is subject to FCC approval and other customary closing conditions. "While it is difficult for us to...
Pep rally in Bethesda celebrates 3 Montgomery County natives heading to Olympics for swimming
BETHESDA, Md. (DC News Now) — Many gathered at a pep rally in Bethesda to cheer on three swimmers from Montgomery County who are going to compete in the Olympics. Representing 15% of the U.S. Olympic Women’s Swimming Team, Katie Ledecky, Phoebe Bacon and Erin Gemmell all attended Stone Ridge School and will be heading […]
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