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Maryland Zoo chimpanzee celebrates fifth birthday
(WBFF) — A chimpanzee at the Maryland Zoo in Druid Hill Park turned five today and celebrated with a party thrown in her enclosure by zookeepers. Lola - alongside other chimps from the Zoo's troop including three-year-old chimp Maisie - celebrated the big day with several sweet treats left by zookeepers, as well as streamers and other decorations dotting her living space. While the apes didn't pay the colorful designs much attention, they dug into the desserts with gusto, as seen in a video posted by the Maryland Zoo.
BALTIMORE CITY COOLING CENTERS OFFER RELIEF FROM EXTREME HEAT
On Code Red Extreme Heat days, staff from several city agencies, including the Office of Emergency Management, the Mayor's Office of Homeless Services, and the Health Department, will coordinate the opening of cooling centers to offer air-conditioned spaces and cool water for residents. Hours and availability of cooling centers are...
Maryland Photography Alliance Juried Exhibition on Display in Gaithersburg
The Maryland Photography Alliance Juried Exhibition is on display now through September 8 at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park (506 South Frederick Ave) in Gaithersburg. The gallery’s viewing hours are Monday through Saturday, 8am-9pm and Sunday, 8am-5pm. Per the news release: “This exhibit features 47 images from the...
Carroll County early morning house fire, no injuries reported
CARROLL COUNTY, MD (WBFF) — Firefighters responded to an early morning house fire in Carroll County on the 4th of July. Crews were dispatched to a fire reported at 3301 Traceys Mill Road in Manchester, Carroll County at 7:34 a.m. There was an estimated $200,000 in damages to the...
The Maryland Zoo welcomes a new Northern ground hornbill chick
MARYLAND (WBFF) — On Thursday, The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore announced that a Northern ground hornbill (Bucorvus abyssinicus) chick has hatched. The chick is the second for the female hornbill "Blue," and male hornbill "North." Blue and North have a breeding recommendation from the Northern Ground Hornbill Species Survival...
Dozens gather to honor legacy of Baltimore police Officer Brian Winder
Baltimore police held a touching tribute Wednesday night for a fallen officer who was killed in the line of duty 20 years ago. Dozens of people and officers joined Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley to commemorate the legacy of Officer Brian Winder. Winder was fatally shot in 2004 at the...
Volunteers Requesting Help to Save World War II-Era Liberty Ship SS John W. Brown
One of the last remaining operational World War II-era liberty ships is at risk of falling into disrepair and losing its certification from the US Coast Guard. The SS John W. Brown, docked in Baltimore, Maryland, is slated to head to dry-dock for repairs, and the volunteer team charged with her upkeep is requesting the public’s help to fund $500,000 of the over $1 million price tag.
Goucher and Edenwald are advancing plans to redefine the college ‘senior’
For decades, the Edenwald retirement community has towered over the Goucher College campus, on land purchased from the college many years ago. Edenwald residents have enjoyed their proximity to the campus loop and to the trails that wind through the college’s acres of woods. Now plans are underway to expand this arrangement by creating what’s known as a University Retirement Community, or URC.
Patrick Queen better be ready to tackle Ravens RB Derrick Henry
After the sarcasm and slights in the media, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen better be prepared for a head-on collision with Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry. Sure, Queen might not like seafood, but he definitely won’t like the task of having to chase MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson and Henry...
Luxury apartment tower on Baltimore waterfront starts leasing
Harbor Point's residential base will grow by hundreds of apartments this fall as the once-industrial waterfront peninsula primes for a new wave of tenants. Renters are expected to move into the new Allied | Harbor Point tower in a couple of months as work at the luxury enclave sandwiched between Harbor East and Fells Point continues.
Hot Plate: Smoke @ The Point opening, Old Westminster wine dinner at Foraged, new menu at Silver Queen Cafe, and more
From BBQ news to summertime menu debuts, this week promises to be a tasty one in Baltimore. Here’s a look at what’s coming up in the restaurant world:. Towsonites and fans of BBQ have something new to cheer for this week, as the crew from Smoke, the beloved and much-missed Cockeysville barbecue spot, are becoming a permanent fixture at The Point in Towson. The newly combined concept, which will be called Smoke @ The Point, will kick off with an opening party on July 13.
MCB Unveils ‘The Enolia,’ Morgan State’s Newest Student Housing Development
MCB Real Estate, a local investment management firm, recently celebrated the renaming of one of its most notable development projects in Baltimore City. “The Enolia” will accommodate more than 450 students, fulfilling a much-needed Morgan State University (MSU) student housing demand. MCB Real Estate, a local investment management...
Baltimore Orioles Dominate New York Yankees with 9-1 Win: Game Recap
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Yankees in a 9-1 victory, splitting a four-game series and showcasing strong offensive momentum. Orioles scored six runs in the seventh inning. Mussina allowed only one run in 5.1 innings, scattering six hits. Yes, But. The Yankees struggled to generate significant offense throughout the game...
Shots Fired on Main Street in Annapolis
On July 3, 2024, at 9:58 pm, multiple calls reported a shooting in the alley on Main St. While officers searched the area, additional shots were heard in the area of Church circle and Duke of Gloucester Street. The suspect, 43, was located and taken into custody and is being...
Ravens LB Kyle Van Noy perfectly describes Odafe Oweh: 'He's a specimen'
The Ravens selected outside linebacker Odafe Oweh in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft. While he’s had impressive moments in a Baltimore uniform over his first three seasons, he hasn’t had a true breakout yet, which many people are hoping will come in Year 4. Oweh...
Baltimore Business Offers to Sell Watches Using Pieces of Collapsed Bridge
A watchmaking business in Baltimore recently acquired a portion of scrap metal that was once the Francis Scott Key Bridge to keep its memory alive. Small Business Trends reported that Alan Tsao, founder of local watch brand Tsao Baltimore, purchased parts of the bridge to make watches, reflecting his business vision of incorporating his love for the city into his timepieces.
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