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Maryland was the most active Democratic state in terms of new election laws in the first half of 2024
Maryland adopted 10 election-related bills in the first half of 2024, making it the most active state with a Democratic trifecta in terms of new election laws. Lawmakers adopted bills expanding protections for election officials, and created a portal intended to address election misinformation. They also adopted a new law modifying post-election canvassing procedures, including a process to investigate election errors and new rules to handle dissent among boards of canvassers:
Public hearing to be held in repurposing of Maryland's notorius Crownsville Hospital
BALTIMORE -- Anne Arundel County held a third public workshop meeting Thursday to compile community input about the future of the former Crownsville Hospital site.The facility opened in 1911 as a Black psychiatric hospital until it was desegregated in 1963. Patients there were subjected to neglect and poor living conditions. It closed in 2004. The county acquired the deed from the State of Maryland for the 500-acre property in 2022. The meeting to discuss the master plan was held at Rolling Knolls Elementary School from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Some options being weighed for the open space could include multi-purpose trails, sports fields,...
Fourth grade students present annual concert
Press Photos by Rebecca FoehrkolbFourth grade students at Salisbury Elementary School presented their annual spring concert recently. ABOVE: The fourth grade band starts off the concert accompanied by Salisbury Elementary School Assistant Principal Brian Muschlitz, seated and band director Stan Griffis.
Former Boat House Bar/Sisters Hotel in Natrona to be redeveloped as restaurant, possible entertainment spot
Jul. 12—As a kid, Brianna Thorpe spent a lot of time visiting family in Natrona. "There was a bakery on the corner, and it was kind of awesome that you could walk around and hit different businesses," she said of Harrison's riverfront neighborhood. Now, the 27-year-old Springdale High School graduate from Murrysville is banking on the continued revitalization of the neighborhood. With partner ...
Bethel Park Police Seek Public's Assistance in Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Josiah Martin
The Bethel Park police department has issued a call to the public to assist in the search for Josiah Martin, a 13-year-old boy reported missing since Monday. According to WTAE, Martin was last observed around 11 p.m. on Monday with friends. Police hold the belief that he remains within the vicinity of the South Hills area.
Maryland Introduces Permit Requirements for Food Processing Waste
Maryland has implemented emergency regulations requiring permits for spreading food processing waste on agricultural fields. These measures, established by the state’s Agriculture Department, aim to mitigate odors and prevent water contamination. The regulations stipulate that all food processing residuals be tested for moisture, nutrients, and specific contaminants. Transporters of...
High Wheel Race returns to Downtown Frederick
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — A one-of-a-kind event is happening this weekend in Downtown Frederick, Maryland. “What makes this race unique is that one: the bikes are unique and there are no other races like this in the United States,” said Eric Rhodes, race co-director. The bikes are very unique, they have a large […]
Legislation would streamline tracking continuing education requirements
Legislation recently approved by the state Senate would streamline and improve tracking continuing education requirements for licensed Pennsylvania professionals. Senate Bill 1242 would give the Pennsylvania Department of State the authority to modernize and streamline the process for verifying professional continuing education compliance. It would create a continuing education tracking system that licensees, boards and […] The post Legislation would streamline tracking continuing education requirements appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Maryland child fighting cancer gets to be pilot for a day at Joint Base Andrews
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. — Among the heads of state and other dignitaries flying in and out of Joint Base Andrews for the NATO summit this week, a special honoree got to have his moment in the spotlight. Major General Clyde Hicks was greeted with a red carpet welcome...
Never mind the Liberty Bell; here’s what Pa. thinks should really be on a license plate
Pennsylvania is redesigning its standard license plate for the first time since 2000, replacing the ubiquitous yellow, blue and white plate with cream, red, blue and the Liberty Bell. Some people aren’t exactly happy, especially those who don’t live in Philadelphia. “I’m not driving around looking like a...
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