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EPA moves ahead with civil rights complaint over toxic chemicals inhaled from trash incinerator
BALTIMORE -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says it will move forward with a civil rights complaint from a South Baltimore community related to the Baltimore Refuse Energy Systems Company's (BRESCO) trash incinerator on Russell Street.The South Baltimore Community Land Trust says exhaust from that incinerator is full of toxic chemicals that impact the health and quality of life of residents in the area."Everyone is feeling the effects"For those living under the shadow of Maryland's largest trash incinerator, air pollution, which often comes with a foul smell, is a constant presence."Everybody is well aware that the air quality is not...
Former 1st-Round Ravens Pick Predicted to Be ‘Biggest Bust’
The 2024 season will be a make-or-break season for many on the Baltimore Ravens roster, from the coaching staff down to the players. Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman could be under more pressure than most to live up to his draft capital, but one writer feels he may be a bust this season.
Baltimore Orioles snag big-time Illinois baseball pitcher in 2024 MLB Draft
The first player is off the board for the Illinois baseball team in the 2024 MLB Draft. It was a quiet first day for the Illini, the first round came and went without a selection. Seven more rounds riffled through, and then it happened. The first Illinois player was selected.
Inclusive dance teacher inspires Harford County community while battling stage 4 cancer
BALTIMORE - A dance studio in Harford County is home to an inclusive dance program for people with physical or developmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other developmental delays."You shouldn't label yourself as a disability but as an ability," dance student Ciara Gentry said.Dancers 8 years and older are given the opportunity to participate in the class led by Coach Nicole Dover. "When the lights go on and everybody lines up, it's like wow, I can't believe Nicole got all those kids to do all those things on that stage," dance parent Deborah Vrankin said.While...
Baltimore officials sue to block ‘baby bonus’ initiative that would give new parents $1,000
BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore’s mayor and city council have filed a lawsuit seeking to stop a proposal that would let voters decide whether to give all new parents a one-time $1,000 “baby bonus” meant to help alleviate childhood poverty from birth. The complaint was filed Thursday,...
Ravens OC Todd Monken is just getting his NFL legacy started
Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken helped the Ravens finish No. 4 in the NFL in points per game last season, and he’ll return in 2024 with an offense full of proven star talent and youth. “I’ve never been around anybody like that.”Todd Monken on what’s stood out to him about Harbs: pic.twitter.com/b52F8OD8UG — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) January 11, 2024 Monken reciprocal respect for head coach John Harbaugh has been precious. Monken’s mastermind has already been emphatic for the team. Historically known for its defensive prestige, the Ravens franchise may soon be transitioning into an offensive juggernaut under Monken. It seems like a pure...
Months after Key Bridge collapse, families of port workers struggle to pay for food
Tina Baylor chuckled to herself as she waited in a long, snaking line at a food pantry Saturday at the Sollers Point Multi-purpose Center. “I called my son-in-law to buy me some food, and he said, ‘You know I can’t buy you anything. I don’t even have any food for myself,” the Turner Station resident […] The post Months after Key Bridge collapse, families of port workers struggle to pay for food appeared first on 92 Q.
The Department Of Veterans Affairs’ Medical Foster Program Helps To Dignify Aging Veterans
The VA began a medical foster program in 2002. In 2002, the Department of Veterans Affairs launched a medical foster program to provide additional care for aging veterans. Now, the program supports over 700 veterans with the help of 500 dedicated caregivers. Shantel Cross and her family in Baltimore are...
Franklin County’s Strategies to Combat Asian Tiger Mosquitoes
Franklin County’s Board of Commissioners issued a reminder to residents on how to protect against Asian tiger mosquitoes, which increase in population from mid-July, peak in mid-September, and decline in October. These mosquitoes, identifiable by their black color with white stripes, target mammals, including humans, for blood and are active during daytime, unlike other species.
Chambersburg Police Arrest Woman on Aggravated Assault Charges
Michelle Allen, a 35-year-old Black female, was arrested by the Chambersburg Police Department on charges of aggravated assault. The arrest took place on July 15, 2024, at Chambersburg Hospital located at 112 N Seventh St, Chambersburg, PA. Allen, described as approximately 5′ 3″ tall, weighing 115 lbs, with black hair...
Some Chambersburg water customers receive boil water advisory as emergency leak fixed near Wilson College overnight
17 July 2024- According to Borough officials, some people in Chambersburg might be waking up to a boil water advisory this morning after a water main break in the borough’s northside tonight. Overnight, according to Chambersburg Borough Manager Jeffrey Stonehill, the borough’s Water Department fixed a water main leak...
Chambersburg Residence Burglarized; Police Seek Information
A burglary incident occurred at a residence located in the 200 block of E Washington Street, Chambersburg, between July 12, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Chambersburg Police Department officials reported that an unknown suspect or suspects forcibly entered the basement of the property and removed copper piping and water meters.
PSP Roundup: More charges for duo accused of stealing almost $1,500 from Chambersburg Walmart
17 July 2024- Two women who were charged with thousands of dollars in retail thefts from a Cumberland County Walmart are now facing charges in Franklin County. Toni Marshall and Deja Tubbs were charged in Cumberland County in May and are looking at retail theft charges in Franklin County after allegedly stealing from Chambersburg’s Walmart.
Ceremony, drive-thru planned for Martin’s Mill Bridge’s 175th anniversary
The 175th anniversary of an Antrim Township landmark that’s survived against the odds will be celebrated Friday and Saturday, July 26 and 27. Martin’s Mill Bridge still spans the east branch of the Conococheague Creek outside of Greencastle, in spite of condemnation, the destructive force of a hurricane and age-related deterioration.
Families mourn death of 2 dogs after stay at Virginia PetSmart, investigation underway
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — Animal Control in Alexandria, Virginia confirms to 7News that it is now investigating the death of two separate dogs who stayed at the Potomac Yard PetSmart in June. The dogs stayed at PetSmart’s “Petshotel” during the same week and died just two days apart.
Man Fires Gunshot At TV, Threatens Two In La Plata Home
LA PLATA, Md. – On July 13 at 10:50 a.m., officers responded to a house in La Plata for the report of a male who fired a gunshot at a television and threatened two people who were inside during an argument. Responding officers immediately established a perimeter around the...
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