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Play Harder Looking to Extend Streak in $100,000 Concern
LAUREL, MD – Rising Sun Racing Stables, Inc.’s Play Harder, promoted to a stakes victory that extended his win streak to three races last time out, looks to make it four in a row against familiar foe Celtic Contender and a quartet of shippers in Sunday’s $100,000 Concern at Laurel Park.
Maryland's Bay Bridge pier protection measures discussed in wake of Key Bridge collapse
BALTIMORE -- Maryland transportation leaders are discussing pier protection for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge months after a large container ship crashed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, which caused it to collapse.The Bay Bridge, just like the Key Bridge, is considered "fracture critical," meaning if one major support fails, the whole structure could fall.The Maryland Transportation Authority's Chesapeake Bay Bridge Reconstruction Advisory Group listed "Pier Protection System at the Bay Bridge" as a capital project during its July meeting. It's still to be determined how the bridge will be protected, other than it will likely be some...
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...
Accidents on 81 in Chambersburg, 70 in Hagerstown bring traffic to a crawl
26 July 2024- Multiple accidents in the tristate area are completely bottlenecking and stopping traffic this afternoon. Pennsylvania State Police, Franklin Fire Company, Chambersburg EMS, and multiple fire police companies are in the area of the on/off ramps of I-81NB, mile marker 14 (Wayne Avenue) in Guilford Township just outside of the borough of Chambersburg. Emergency scanners seem to show a motorcycle accident in that area with the left lane closed. Fire police are either currently directing traffic or en route to arrive very soon.
Hagerstown officials talk about steps to address violent crime, drug epidemic
In the wake of a fatal shooting near Hagerstown's downtown on July 18, several Hagerstown elected officials agreed that public meetings should be held with various community leaders to discuss how to address factors contributing to crime and drug issues in the city. The shooting occurred shortly before 1 p.m. on a Thursday in the 200 block of East Washington Street. Two men shot at a car parked along the street, resulting in the death of Rusty...
Former Jefferson County Orchard Rezoned For Industrial Use, Sparking Concern
Some residents of Jefferson County have raised concerns over the future of an old apple orchard, which was this month rezoned for industrial use. The nearly 200-acre plot in the town of Ranson was previously reserved primarily for agricultural and residential usage, according to the Jefferson County Foundation. But on...
Frederick County Grand Jury Hands Down Seven Indictments On Friday
One was against a suspect involved in a shots-fired incident in June. Frederick, Md (KM) The Frederick County Grand Jury returned seven indictments on Friday, including one against a Frederick man involved in a shots-fired incident in Urbana in June. Adrienne Mendoza Milam, 48, is charged with three counts of 1st-degree assault, one count possession of a firearm with a felony conviction, three counts of reckless endangerment, one count of violation of a protective order and other offenses. .
Parts Of Catoctin Mountain Park To Close This Weekend
The National Park Service says it’s due to increased security. Catoctin Mountain Park visitor center (Photo from Catoctin Mt. Park’s website) Thurmont, Md (KM) Portions of Catoctin Mountain Park will be closed this weekend due to security reasons. The National Park Service says the closure will begin on...
Free Shakespeare In The Park Returns To Western Maryland
The Cumberland Theatre will once again be presenting free Shakespeare in the Park to local residents. Last year, the theatre partnered with the Embassy Theatre in Downtown Cumberland and Our Town Theatre in Oakland to create a month-long festival of events centered around the works and styling of William Shakespeare.
WWE Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett wants to smash a guitar over your head at the Frederick Keys ballpark
He’s one of the most decorated champions and promoters in professional wrestling history, launching entire companies behind the scenes, then strutting to the ring, talking trash and smashing guitars over opponents’ heads. “I’m looking for somebody who needs a guitar shot,” Jarrett told WTOP. “I’m looking forward to...
Fatal Dumfries hit-and-run: Prince William County Police name suspect
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect the correct spelling of the victim’s name PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Police in Prince William County said they were looking for a Manassas man in connection to a fatal hit-and-run in Dumfries last week. The Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) said they […]
Commanders will honor creator of team's former logo as family members consider withdrawing opposition to RFK Bill
WASHINGTON — Many Washington Commanders fans call it the spiritual home of the franchise: RFK Stadium. And now, WUSA9 has learned the Commanders are making progress in removing a major roadblock from the path of the team potentially moving back to D.C. “It's really an exciting step forward,” said...
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