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Advisories for park visitors posted as harmful microcystin detected at Lake Frank and Lake Needwood
Recent tests showed the presence of microcystin, a toxin produced by a species of cyanobacteria. According to the park system’s website, microcystin is a toxic compound “that is harmful at elevated levels occurring during algal blooms.”. Matt Harper, natural resources manager for Montgomery Parks, said test results obtained...
Greencastle remains alive in state tournament with extra innings win
The Greencastle Little League All-Stars and Tri-Town, battling to stay alive in the Pennsylvania State Little League Tournament, put on a show for the ages before a large crowd at Newville Friday night. After seven innings, there were nothing but zeros on the scoreboard. Pitching and defense totally dominated the night.
Apple has reached its first-ever union contract with store employees in Maryland
Apple has reached a tentative collective bargaining contract with the first unionized company store in the country. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers’ Coalition of Organized Retail Employees, which represents the employees at a retail location in Maryland, announced Friday evening that it struck a three-year deal with the company that will increase pay by an average of 10% and offer other benefits to workers.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says Biden decision "hit me pretty hard," explains support for VP Harris
BALTIMORE - Maryland Gov. Wes Moore reiterated in an exclusive interview with CBS News Baltimore that he has no intention of leaving his current role to join likely Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris's cabinet.Moore, who has been in the national conversation since President Biden announced he would not seek reelection, said he loves the direction Maryland is headed."I love my job. I love being the governor of Maryland," Moore said. "I love where Maryland is and where it's going."Moore addressed Mr. Biden's decision to end his 2024 campaign, being a supporter of Harris's presidential campaign and being referred to in...
Former Middletown PTA president gets probation before judgment, ordered to pay restitution for theft scheme
A former president of the Parent Teacher Association for Middletown Elementary and Middletown Primary schools pleaded guilty last week to a theft scheme targeting the organization. Ryanne Hartman, who stepped down as PTA president after questions arose about the organization’s finances, was granted probation before judgment — which allows her to avoid conviction if she adheres to certain ...
Maryland wrestler aims to be the greatest of all time
Aaron Brooks, a standout wrestler from Hagerstown, Maryland, is set to make his Olympic debut in Paris. According to this family, Brooks is likely the first Olympian ever from his hometown. Brooks, who recently won the prestigious Hodge Trophy as the nation’s top collegiate wrestler, has been chasing his dream...
Thurmont fines sober living house for zoning violation; director alleges discrimination
The town of Thurmont has issued citations on a sober living house for operating improperly in a residential neighborhood — but the people owning the house and living there allege the town is discriminating against them. Up and Out Sober Living is a “recovery residence” certified by the Maryland RecoveryNet and provides homes for individuals in recovery for drug or alcohol addictions. As a ...
Maryland state delegates host African Diaspora town hall in Silver Spring
SILVER SPRING, Md. — While many enjoyed a sunny stroll around downtown Silver Spring, Metassebia Kefelegn headed straight to the Civics Building to learn more about her representatives. Kefelegn, originally from Ethiopia, moved to Montgomery County in 2002. As a member of the Ethiopian Nurses Association in North America...
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