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Various Gaithersburg Neighborhoods to Participate in Annual “National Night Out Against Crime” Campaign on August 6th
Several Gaithersburg neighborhoods are joining communities across the country to participate in the National Night Out (NNO) Against Crime campaign. On Tuesday, August 6, these neighborhoods will hold events to increase drug prevention awareness, generate support for anti-crime programs, encourage residents to be involved in their communities, and send a message that neighborhoods and businesses are organized to fight back against crime. The NNO programs help bring together residents, law enforcement agencies, local officials, civic groups, and neighborhood organizations. Participating neighborhoods include:
Former Olympian, Maryland native Dominique Dawes reflects on U.S. women's gymnastics team's progress
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Maryland has produced its fair share of Olympic athletes. One of the most notable, is gymnast Dominique Dawes. She started in gymnastics at 6 years old, with no idea how far she would go or the barriers she would break down for future generations. "I'm...
Baltimore Teen Convicted in Daylight Murder of Local Father
A jury has convicted 19-year-old Parris Harris of first-degree murder in the January 2023 killing of Desmond Gardner, Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced today. The verdict followed a three-day trial before Senior Judge Timothy J. Doory in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City. Desmond Gardner, a 27-year-old father, was...
NIST Updates UV Calibration System
GAITHERSBURG, Md., July 25, 2024 — The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has updated its UV calibration facility to ensure accurate calibration of UV detectors. The Ultraviolet Spectral Comparator Facility (UVSCF) measures and calibrates UV detection equipment sent in by industry. The germicidal properties of UV light...
Baltimore Orioles' Jorge Mateo on 10-Day IL After Collision, Team Calls Up Rookie Conor Norby
The Baltimore Orioles are facing a hiccup in their roster, as infielder Jorge Mateo hits the 10-day injured list due to a nasty collision that resulted in a dislocated elbow, an event that thins out the team's defense and subtracts a dose of much-needed speed on the bases. According to WBAL-TV, the incident occurred Tuesday night and marks Mateo's second time away from the diamond this season, following a previous concussion protocol after being inadvertently struck in the head with a teammate’s bat.
AFC Notes: Tee Higgins, Eddie Jackson, Lamar Jackson, Bengals, Ravens
Bengals owner Mike Brown spoke to reporters on Monday and mentioned the salary cap when asked why the team had not signed WR Tee Higgins to a long-term extension. “The pie is not going to grow. It’s only going to be a certain size, but when you reach a point with your quarterback that you have to pay him a big contract, that takes a disproportionate piece out of the pie,” Brown said, via Geoff Hobson of the team’s website. “Which means you have less left to pay the others. Sometimes that impacts whether you can get the others signed. You can’t just pay people willy nilly. You’re restricted on how much you can pay, and we really like Tee Higgins. We would wish to sign him, but it has to be at a certain level to fit within the cap or it can’t be done.”
Impact Of A Scholarship: Al Carey
Al Carey embodies the spirit of Maryland Athletics. He’s a distinguished leader who continues to make a difference at the University of Maryland. The Long Island native was a track and field distance runner in College Park from 1969-74 before becoming a board member and CEO of several major United States companies. Most importantly, his attention stayed within the track and his alma mater. Carey is a member of the University of Maryland Board of Trustees and has pledged millions of dollars to the university.
Expansion Mode
The surprisingly strong economy is boosting ro-ro traffic and triggering friendly competition at U.S. ports. Move over Baltimore, Georgia wants a larger piece of the marine ro-ro action. In fact, the Georgia Port Authority (GPA) is eyeing the number-one spot as the busiest ro-ro port in the country by 2026,...
O's task: How to stop the losing
MIAMI - We thought when the Orioles produced a winning season in 2022, winning 83 games which was 31 more than the year before, that they had stopped the losing. We were further convinced they had stopped the losing last season with 101 wins and their first AL East title since 2014.
2 Orioles trade rumors we hope come true, 1 we hope doesn't happen
The Orioles have been at the center of the rumor mill as the MLB trade deadline approaches, and despite sitting atop the AL East, Baltimore could use its plentiful prospect pool or even established Major Leaguers to get even better for a playoff push. With the Orioles in position to swing big-time moves, it’s time to evaluate the best and worst potential deals available.
Orioles blow six-run lead in Miami but win in the tenth to avoid sweep (updated)
MIAMI – In desperate need of a win today in the series and road trip finale at Miami, the Orioles hit a bunch of early homers and watched ace right-hander Corbin Burnes deal on the mound for most of his day. It was a combination that has worked before...
Johns Hopkins Summer Jobs Program celebrates 30 years
At Johns Hopkins University and Medicine locations across the country, high school and college students are taking part in a tradition 30 years in the making: the Summer Jobs Program, a joint venture between Hopkins and YouthWorks that provides diverse youth with paid internships in health care settings. The program...
Laurel Citizens University: Learn About Your Local Government
Laurel, MD - [July 24, 2024) Are you a resident or business owner within the City limits of Laurel? Would you like to gain a better understanding of how your local government functions?. Mayor Keith R. Sydnor is excited to open applications for the 2024 Fall Laurel Citizens University. This...
3 disappointing Orioles who will have an outsized impact in second half
As we creep closer to the July 31 trade deadline, the Orioles are still working to address a number of roster holes before the final two-month stretch. Pitching is an obvious need for Mike Elias' club, both in the rotation and in the bullpen. There are a few other spots...
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