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PET OWNERS! Multiple Maryland Departments warning of algae blooms in Potomac River that could be harmful to pets, livestock
15 July 2024- The Maryland Departments of Agriculture, Environment, Health, and Natural Resources advise the public that algae mats detected in the Potomac River from below Williamsport to Riley Lock, could be harmful to animals when ingested. Pet owners are advised to keep their animals out of the water in...
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's Music for Maryland Tour makes July 16 stop in Salisbury
SALISBURY -- The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will make a July 16 stop in Salisbury as part of its Music for Maryland Tour. The eight-stop tour, which kicked off July 9, features a mix of ...
Football Player Capsules: Keyari James
Fall camp begins in August, and to preview the upcoming 2024 season we take a look at each scholarship player on Maryland’s roster, from jersey No. 0 to No. 99. RECRUITING: The Canadian native James transferred from a school in Canada to Clearwater International Academy (Fla. To continue reading,...
Md. Health Department using targeted outreach to tackle pre-diabetes this summer
It’s not your imagination. You really have been seeing more health prevention ads in your social media feed. If you live in one of Maryland’s high health risk areas for diabetes, heart attack, stroke or other chronic diseases, Maryland’s Department of Health is actively looking for you.
Maryland State Police arrest man after finding mushrooms, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy in car
BALTIMORE, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) said it arrested a man early Sunday morning after finding suspected controlled substances during a traffic stop. Shortly before 3:30 a.m., a trooper stopped 31-year-old Dwayne Purdie Jr. for allegedly driving under the influence on I-695. During the stop, investigators conducted a K-9 scan on […]
Last Major Dam on Patapsco River Targeted for Demolition
Three dams have been dismantled on the main portion of the Patapsco River in Maryland since 2010. The big blast that demolished Bloede Dam in 2018 attracted a lot of attention and caused a quick wildlife . The fourth and final major barrier may soon go away, too. The National...
Lottery players in Baltimore, Dundalk, Port Deposit win $100K prizes
Baltimore (WBFF) — Maryland Lottery players in Baltimore, Dundalk and Port Deposit each won prizes of $100,000 in the past week, while another six players won $50,000 or more in Bel Air, Bowie, California, Callaway, Hanover and Silver Spring. Across Maryland, the Lottery paid nearly $27.5 million in prizes...
FBI warns Maryland ATM, bank customers after alarming rise in armed ‘jugging’ robberies
BALTIMORE —The FBI is warning bank customers about a string of alarming, violent crimes across Maryland, including many in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties. Organized groups are targeting people after they leave ATMs or banks and robbing them at gunpoint. … this story continues. Read the rest at The Baltimore Banner: FBI warns Maryland […]
Moore-Miller administration adds Republican lawmaker from the Eastern Shore
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, often touts bipartisanship — that legislation his administration introduces receives support from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers. This week, one of those state legislators from the GOP who voted for many of Moore’s bills is set to become the newest addition to his administration, according to an announcement.
New Fire Chief Smedley Officially Sworn In
Corey Smedley was sworn in as Montgomery County’s new fire chief Monday during a private ceremony at the Executive Office Building in Rockville. Smedley was confirmed by the County Council July 9. He was previously the Fire Chief in Alexandria, Va. Watch the ceremony below:
PHOTOS: Accidental vehicle fire in Montgomery County causes $80K in damages
SILVER SPRING, Md. (DC News Now) — Officials said six cars were damaged after a vehicle fire broke out on the fifth floor of a parking garage in Silver Spring on Monday evening. The parking garage was at 801 Ellsworth Dr. near Fenton Street. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service spokesman, Pete Piringer, said the […]
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