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Frederick Aldermen Considering Changes To Local Gun Laws
This one would cover bb guns and other similar weapons. Frederick, Md (KM) Possessing, carrying, wearing or brandishing bb guns, air guns, replica firearms and other similar weapons would be prohibited under an amendment to Frederick City’s municipal code being considered by the Board of Aldermen. During a presentation...
Who could build new bridge? How’s the port doing? Your Key Bridge questions answered.
Nearly four months after a ship strike decimated the Francis Scott Key Bridge and killed six construction workers, who would build and pay for a new bridge and the impact on Marylanders’ wallets were among the topics on the minds of readers during a Reddit AMA on Wednesday with Baltimore Sun reporter Hayes Gardner. Below are selected questions and answers from the discussion on the r/Maryland ...
Police Nab 19-Year-Old in Silver Spring Gold Bar Scam
A 19-year-old Brooklyn, N.Y. man is facing charges after targeting a Silver Spring woman in a gold bar scam, according to Montgomery County Police. In early May, an unidentified individual contacted a woman and advised her to transfer her assets into gold bars “to prevent Russia from taking her money,” MCPD said in a Tuesday press release. The 82-year-old woman complied with the suspects’ demands and handed over several packages worth more than $900,000 in gold bars.
Children's Inn patients celebrate Christmas in July with Montgomery Co. police | Get Uplifted
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — We are still about 160 days away from Christmas, but Montgomery County Police couldn't wait that long. On Wednesday they called in Santa Claus himself to visit Gaithersburg for Christmas in July. He shopped with about two dozen families. All of them are staying at the...
BRIEF: Hobbs Wins Award for Fieldwork Education
Assistant Dean for Interprofessional Education Midge Hobbs recently received the New England Occupational Therapy Education Council’s Irene Allard Award for Fieldwork Education for her role at the Sheppard Pratt Health Care System in Baltimore, MD. The Irene Allard Award is presented annually to recognize fieldwork educators who demonstrate exceptional...
Baltimore retailer offers customers a championship deal
Overstock Outlet Furniture Store here has high hopes for the American League East-leading Baltimore Orioles. If the Orioles win the 2024 World Series, the Baltimore-based retailer announced that it will offer 100% refunds on all purchases made between July 19 and Aug. 19. “Overstock Outlet has always been about giving...
Baltimore Police identify 20-year-old killed in Shipley Hill shooting
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Baltimore Police have identified the 20-year-old who was killed after being shot multiple times in Shipley Hill at Westside Shopping Center on Tuesday. Theodore Burrell (B/M, D.O.B. 08/31/2003) was killed on July 16, 2024, in the 2400 block of Frederick Avenue.
Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
This week, the AFRO compiled a list of family-friendly events that are happening in the D.M.V. area ranging from festivals, movie nights, and networking opportunities. Take a look below to see what’s happening near you!. Baltimore City. Rhythm and Reels. Come out this summer to the Baltimore parks for...
Man arrested after pulling out gun during argument in Glen Burnie
A man was arrested on Tuesday after pulling out a gun during an argument in Glen Burnie. The assault occurred in the unit block of Eugenia Avenue, according to police. “The investigation revealed that during an argument, a male withdrew a handgun and pointed it at several victims in the home,” reads the news release.
Spotlight on Temitope Akinbiola '24
Minoring in humanities, health and medicine behavioral and community health graduate Temitope Akinbiola is working to become a nurse practitioner. She will begin her masters for nursing in the fall at Johns Hopkins University. Akinbiola is passionate about helping communities in need and was awarded the Margaret W. Bridwell, which provided her financial support during her internship at African Women's Cancer Awareness Association, where she spent an entire semester working on community outreach and also learning the mechanics of working with a nonprofit organization.
Governor Moore Attends Inaugural Service Year Option and Maryland Corps Member Commencement
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week attended the inaugural Service Year Option and Maryland Corps member commencement. Together with member participants, Governor Moore, Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller and members of the Moore-Miller Administration, City of Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, members of the Maryland General Assembly, and host site partner representatives from across the state gathered to celebrate the milestone achievement.
Naked Maryland Man Arrested After Trying To Make Bank Deposit
A naked Maryland man has been arrested after trying to make a deposit at the bank. You are not allowed to do that. The incident happened at a Navy Federal Credit Union in Waldorf, Maryland. You can learn more about the story and check out his mugshot below. Naked Maryland...
25 Montgomery County lifeguard certifications stripped for improper training
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Improper training practices at a Montgomery County country club led to 25 lifeguard certifications being revoked, the American Red Cross confirmed. Wednesday night, 7News learned that the American Red Cross's Quality Assurance team launched an investigation on April 16, after concerns from a quality...
Carroll Hospital honors special furry friend after 7 years of helping patients
Anyone who’s been in the hospital knows it can be stressful, scary, and depressing. But, when a friendly face walks through the door, it can make all the difference even if it has a lot of fur. WBAL-TV attended a goodbye gathering for a special staff member at Carroll...
Festival with a ‘series of events’ to promote 150th Preakness Stakes
Horse racing in Maryland will soon get a $400 million infusion of public funds, and officials hope efforts to renovate Pimlico Race Course will coincide with a resurgence of its marquee event, the Preakness Stakes. Next year’s race, the 150th installment, will be preceded by a festival aimed at elevating the storied event’s status and bringing more out-of-towners to the Baltimore region. ...
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