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Baltimore Inspector General visits Department of Public Works sites after report of poor conditions
Baltimore’s Inspector General visited nine Department of Public Works sites on Tuesday. It followed an investigative report about poor working conditions at the Cherry Hill location. The report found the site did not have a working ice machine. Temperatures inside a cooling trailer reached 85 degrees, and locker rooms...
Climate change’s toll on the health of Black communities
It’s not difficult for people to observe the influence climate change has had on the planet, whether through extreme weather, wildfires, droughts, melting glaciers or rising sea levels. But, its impact on communities’ health may not be as easily detected. Black communities, in particular, are especially vulnerable to...
Baltimore Police and Community Mobilize in Urgent Search for Missing Rozmyn and Jacob Miller
The Baltimore County Police Department has issued an urgent call for assistance in locating 43-year-old Rozmyn Miller and her 12-year-old son, Jacob Miller. Rozmyn was last seen in the Nottingham area, described as being 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 135 pounds, and dressed in a black shirt, leggings, and shoes, as detailed by the Baltimore County Police Department.
KCHS student shows generosity of spirit
ROCK HALL — Kent County High School student Bryce Jacobs has made quite the splash in Rock Hall this summer. In June, Jacobs participated in the Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company’s third annual Guardian of the Pearl Rockfish Tournament June 7-9. This was Jacobs’ last year of eligibility in the youth category and what better way to celebrate than to place third and win $1,530. ...
Shore Community Outreach Team offers free health screenings, information in Rock Hall
CHESTERTOWN — The Shore Community Outreach Team (SCOT) of Kent County continues to provide information, resources and free screenings through partnerships with local civic, religious and nonprofit organizations. SCOT is part of University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, a member organization of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health and University of Maryland Medical System. On June 25, Kent SCOT members Emily Welsh, MSN, RN, Nurse Coordinator, Michelle Matthews, MSW, LSCW-C, Social Worker, and Serenity Kelly, CCHW, and Amanda Webster, CCHW, both Community Advocates,...
Hundreds compete in Quick Draw
EASTON — Downtown was filled with art and people Saturday for the Plein Air Easton’s quickest event. The annual Quick Draw, in which around 200 artists were given two hours to create a painting of a scene around downtown Easton, has become a fan-favorite event of Plein Air since it was first held 20 years ago. Tourists flocked with their dogs to get a look at the creative process. Neil...
Local Business Spotlight: Abode Title & Escrow
As we wrap up our series on real estate, today we speak with Olivia Surge of Abode Title & Escrow. The third piece, when it comes to buying a home, happens in the background for the most part. The title company investigates the history of the property to make sure there are no unexpected surprises for the buyer. Olivia explains what can go wrong, like a seller taking out a last-minute loan on the house and defaulting, resulting in a lien on the house. Unpaid trash bills. A renovation without a permit. Many things can pop up, and that is where a title company comes in.
Pipers Cordes and Arina Haugen Shine in Pole Bending and Barrel Racing at High School Finals Rodeo
Wall's Piper Cordes led West River representatives at the National High School Finals Rodeo, excelling in pole bending and rising through the ranks within a day. Cordes started at 135th overall and moved to fifth in the second go-around. Newell's Kelsi Costello improved from 4.28 seconds to 2.68 seconds in...
Teen shot in New Castle, suspect at large
Delaware State Police are currently looking for suspects from a shooting late last night in New Castle, Delaware. At around 11 p.m. on July 20, troopers responded to a report of a shooting in the 3100 block of New Castle Avenue. Two teenage boys, 17 and 18, were riding their...
Crazy Days sales and more in downtown Chestertown
CHESTERTOWN — The annual summertime sidewalk sales in downtown Chestertown known as Crazy Days will return Thursday, Friday and Saturday, July 25-27. Shops will open by 10 a.m. each day and have extended hours — closing at 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday and at 5 p.m. Saturday. This...
Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Sunday in Baltimore area
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Sunday, July 21, in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering...
Clean Energy Projects Are Stuck in a Years-Long Queue. Maryland and Neighboring States Are Pushing for a Fix
This story was originally published by Inside Climate News on July 16, 2024. A Baltimore coal-fired power plant will be operating past its planned retirement date next year, pumping out pollution, while the cheaper clean energy projects that could help replace it are stuck in a queue to connect to the region’s electric grid.
MLB Draft experts give Orioles mixed reviews for high variance picks
The Baltimore Orioles had a solid draft this year. They selected players such as outfielder Vance Honeycutt, shortstop Griff O'Ferrall, catcher/first baseman Ethan Anderson, and outfielder Austin Overn. Baltimore had the 22nd pick in the first round, and Honeycutt was their top selection this year. By the looks of it,...
Mayor, city council file lawsuit to remove Baby Bonus Fund from November ballot
For 15 months, teachers with the Maryland Child Alliance spoke with Baltimore residents about the importance of a $1,000 payment to parents after the birth or adoption of a child — money that could be used to pay rent, buy diapers or baby food, and provide parents with a small financial cushion during a stressful time.
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