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Maryland Service Year program concludes first year, accepting applications for year two
This week, Washington County resident Chris Keane attended his commencement. Not for high school, he’s already done that. Not for college, he’s yet to cross that milestone. But for something more novel, Maryland’s Service Year Option program, which started last year. The Herald-Mail covered the launch event for the program enacted in 2023 for recent high school graduates last October, recording the remarks of Keane, an inaugural year program participant, as he spoke about his early days...
Gone Shrimpin’: MD, VA Shrimp Harvests Return for 2024 Season
In the movie Forrest Gump, Alabama native Bubba proclaims, “Shrimp is the fruit of the sea.” Indeed, the south has long been known for its shrimp harvests, but the Chesapeake Bay? Not so much. In recent years, that’s been changing. Shrimp appear to be more abundant further north...
Maryland Republican women seek more opportunities
Throughout their convention last week, Republicans said they’d like to see more conservative women running for office. That same mantra was being repeated in the Maryland delegation. The post Maryland Republican women seek more opportunities appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Maryland woman, dual organ donor advocates for bill to give tax break to donors
A Maryland woman is advocating for a bill aimed at increasing the number of live organ donors. Lindsay Gutierrez, originally from Oklahoma, served in security forces for the U.S. Air Force from 2010 to 2016. After tours alongside her husband in both England and Georgia, she was transferred to Maryland to work with the Department of Defense. She currently lives in Ellicott City.
Maryland among the toughest states in the nation for renters who depend on affordable housing
BALTIMORE - In Maryland, the dream of finding affordable housing is becoming increasingly out of reach for many residents, as rent prices continue to skyrocket. A recent report by "Out of Reach" highlights the severity of the situation, placing Maryland among the toughest states in the nation for renters.According to the report, Maryland now ranks as one of the most challenging places to secure affordable housing. This revelation underscores a growing crisis that is affecting thousands across the state, from urban centers to suburban communities.Diana Lyles, a longtime Howard County resident who is facing imminent displacement due to staggering rent...
American Legion Dorchester Post 91 donates $42,000 to VA Maryland Health Care System
The American Legion Dorchester Post 91 in Cambridge, recently donated $42,000 to the Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System to benefit veteran patients throughout the state. This is the largest donation the VA Maryland Health Care System has ever received from an individual Veterans Service Organization post. The donation will directly support veterans who receive their care at the Baltimore, Loch Raven, and Perry Point VA Medical Centers, as well as the Cambridge, Eastern Baltimore County, Fort Meade, Glen Burnie, and Pocomoke City VA Outpatient...
University of Maryland Names Anne Buckley, APR, as Vice President for Marketing and Communications
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - The University of Maryland has named Anne Buckley as vice president for marketing and communications, effective September 4, 2024. In this role, Buckley will provide vision and leadership to bolster UMD’s reputation as a top national and global university in research, academics, arts and athletics, with a commitment to embracing the diversity of its community.
Hospital Receives BIRTH Equity Maryland Designation
Meritus strives to ensure all patients, regardless of ethnicity, race, gender or socioeconomic status receive high-quality, equitable care. The health system has been sharing its efforts publicly with the community it serves through its annual Health Equity report, as well as by working to engage community members in important health initiatives.
Pro-Palestine protest breaks out against Israeli Prime Minister’s visit to DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A group of pro-Palestinian activists were protesting in front of the Watergate Hotel, where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is staying during his visit to D.C. “My message for lawmakers and people who live here is that every single person who has stayed silent is complicit in genocide,” activist Mimi […]
American University holds young voters event to discuss what unites - not separates - them
WASHINGTON (7News) — As stories of hyper-partisanship dominate political headlines, American University's Sine Institute of Policy & Politics held an event Monday night aimed at young voters to discuss what unites - instead of separates - the two parties. The event was called, "Dialogue for Democracy," and included a...
Black Greek organizations, NC Howard alum stress importance of 2024 election: 'A serious matter'
With the growing potential of Vice President Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination for president, there are conversations happening across the globe on if a Black woman is capable of leading the United States."As a vice president, she has already led," said Aurellia Anderson Thompson, a Howard University alum. "We know she can lead at the highest office because she has the skills to do so."Thompson is thrilled that Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from the same university she did. She proudly showed off her Bison merchandise from the shirt to the bracelet."So we have on the wonderful...
Police search for man linked to multiple July burglaries in Northwest DC
WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. police are searching for a man allegedly connected to several burglary incidents that occurred during the month of July in Northwest, D.C. Officials said that the man they are looking for went into a store in the 2300 block of 18th Street, Northwest and stole some items on July 1.
MM 7.22: Maryland football earns commitment from 4-star athlete Zymear Smith
Maryland football secured a major addition to its 2025 recruiting class on Friday with the commitment of four-star athlete Zymear Smith. Listed at 6-foot, Smith is a rising senior who is ranked as the No. 10 athlete in the country and the No. 7 player in Maryland, according to the 247Sports Composite.
Terps In The PLL: Week Six Recap
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - After a weekend off of regular season games for All-Star festivities, the PLL returned and all eight teams took over Fairfield, CT, all rocking throwback uniforms. Next up the league heads to San Diego, CA for the California Redwoods Homecoming weekend. Read on for a full...
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