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One year into Metro’s Silver Line extension, ridership is modest
CHANTILLY, Va. – The Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of the opening of the last Silver Line stations in northern Virginia, despite modest ridership numbers. “We are thrilled the six new Silver Line stations have had more than 3.4 million trips since we...
Eagle Harbor activists hope federal aid will help boost environmental restoration
James Crudup has vivid memories of traveling to Seagull Beach in Charles County, Maryland, during his teenage years. “I remember that water being just as clear as if we were in Florida…that’s the way it was back then,” Crudup said. “Now you cannot see. Now the water is so dark and dirty and is really filthy.”
State Roundup: Light Rail service is suspended indefinitely; billionaire is in talks to buy Orioles
SAFETY ISSUES SUSPEND LIGHT-RAIL SERVICE INDEFINITELY: Light Rail services are suspended indefinitely effective Friday, Dec. 8; MTA officials say the move is out of an abundance of caution after two safety issues with Light Rail cars. Shuttle bus service will be implemented at all Light Rail stops, which means other bus routes may also impacted by delays. Rushaard Hayward & Jack Watson/WMAR (ABC).
Problems persist in juvenile services schooling 2 years after transfer from Education Department
SABILLASVILLE, Md. — The graduate’s mom, peers and teachers knew he was going to reach his goal, though his principal, Todd Rasher, said the other students incarcerated at the Victor Cullen Center in rural northern Frederick County didn’t see “all the footwork” it took to earn his GED.
Trone leads fundraising in US Senate race in Maryland, but trails in individual donations
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate hopeful Angela Alsobrooks has gathered almost 15 times more individual contributions from supporters than her Democratic opponent Rep. David Trone, D-Maryland. Trone, who has represented Maryland’s 6th District since 2019, is the top fundraiser in the race to represent Maryland in the Senate, having raised...
State Roundup: County, state officials lash out over transportation cuts; O’s may wind up with a month-to-month lease
TRANSPORTATION CUTS SPARK IRE OF STATE, COUNTY OFFICIALS: County officials and legislators are lashing out at a plan to cut billions in transportation projects across the state. State Transportation Secretary Paul Wiedefeld, in an interview Tuesday, said the department is forced to address $3.3 billion in shortfalls. To close the gap over the current six-year spending plan, the agency will impose across the board budget cuts, hiring freezes, fee and parking rate increases as well as defer hundreds of millions in projects across the state. Bryan Sears/Maryland Matters.
Shopify Hydrogen Development: A New Era of eCommerce
The eCommerce landscape is continually evolving, and Shopify, a leading name in the field, is not one to lag. Shopify’s latest innovation, Shopify Hydrogen, is set to revolutionize the way online commerce operates. This article breaks down Shopify Hydrogen development features, the benefits it brings to merchants, and how it compares to traditional Shopify development.
Moore counters political polarization with positive messaging
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Gov. Wes Moore flashed his signature smile to the crowd as he pointed to people saying, “We need you,” and thanking everyone like he’d just won an Oscar. The smile and shoutouts that punctuated the October launch of his service year program have...
State Roundup: As end of O’s lease nears, Angelos said to be firm on development rights; Virginia lawmakers ask Biden admin to pause FBI move to Maryland
ANGELOS SAID TO BE FIRM ON CAMDEN YARDS DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS: With only weeks remaining on their lease at Camden Yards, Orioles officials are pushing back against the idea of signing a long-term lease without including development rights at the complex. One source is saying that Orioles chairman and CEO John Angelos is not inclined to make major adjustments to the MOU. Andy Kostka/The Baltimore Banner.
Rich Media Ads
In today’s digital advertising landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. Rich media ads have emerged as a powerful tool to captivate and engage audiences, while bridge pages play a crucial role in guiding users to take desired actions. In this article, we will delve into the world of rich media ads, understanding what they are and how they can transform your advertising campaigns. Additionally, we will explore the concept of bridge pages and their significance in optimizing the user journey. Read more about what a bridge page is here.
Trans patients face geographic, availability barriers to care, medications
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Paisley Parsons is 10 years into his medical gender-affirming transition, and a majority of that time he’s spent looking for a good team of doctors in Maryland. Parsons, from near Hagerstown, had limited access to nearby care when starting his transition. Driving to Philadelphia, the...
8 Tips for an Off-Season Trip to Portugal
Portugal is brimming with color and life and draws eager travelers in droves throughout the peak tourist seasons. Have you ever considered the charm of this vibrant country during the off-season?. Free of the bustling crowds and simmered down to its authentic essence, Portugal presents an entirely different, yet equally...
State Roundup: Probe underway for choice of Greenbelt for FBI home; Trone prepares to face off with Alsobrooks; State Sen. Lam joins congressional race
GSA’S WATCHDOG TO PROBE SELECTION PROCESS FOR NEW FBI HEADQUARTERS: The watchdog for the General Services Administration will investigate the process that led the federal agency to choose a Maryland site over two others for the new FBI headquarters. Acting Inspector General Robert Erickson wrote in a letter released Thursday that the “objective will be to assess the agency’s process and procedures for the site selection to relocate the FBI Headquarters.” Eleven members of Virginia’s congressional delegation cheered the decision in a joint statement and called for the GSA to “pause all activities related to the relocation until the IG’s investigation is complete.” Jennifer Shutt/Maryland Matters.
10 Tips for Getting Back Into a Productive Workflow After the Holidays
After the holidays, there are two ways that you can return to work: extremely overjoyed and excited to share about your celebrations or unrested, dreading leaving the couch, and uninspired to jump back in. Unfortunately, the latter is often more prevalent than the former on the final days of holiday...
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