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Kyle Weinapple chows down 14 hot dogs, wins $1,000 at Cross Street Market contest
Move over Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Baltimore had its own version on the Fourth of July.Kyle Weinapple chowed down on 14 hot dogs as he was crowned champion at the Cross Street Market.Weinapple, Baltimore's "Big Dog," won a trophy, $1,000 and bragging rights.Each contestant had 10 minutes to eat the most hot dogs.There were 30 contestants in the third year of this Cross Street Market Hot Dog Eating Contest.
New gym planned for Golden Mile's Westridge shopping center
A $5 million multi-level Crunch Fitness and a mixed-use residential and commercial development are slated to come to the Westridge Square shopping center in Frederick. The fitness center, which will occupy 1005-1077 West Patrick Street along Frederick’s Golden Mile, will provide the city’s residents with equipment and resources beyond the scope of a traditional gym, Christopher McDonald, the ...
Accused killer remains on the run nearly one year after man gunned down in car
WBFF (Baltimore, MD) — The U.S. Marshals Service has joined the search for a man wanted in connection to an unsolved 2023 homicide. Lamont B Johnson Jr. 37, of Baltimore is facing multiple charges including first and second degree murder. Johnson is accused of fatally shooting Tiwan Wilson, 22,...
Fugitive sought in street stabbing captured, agents say
WBFF (Hagerstown, MD) — Just one day after appearing on Maryland’s Most Wanted the fugitive wanted in connection to the stabbing of a man in Baltimore has been captured. According to the US Marshals Service Tyrone Price, 29, was arrested at a medical facility in Hagerstown, Maryland after someone recognized him on Maryland’s Most Wanted and contacted authorities.
More trucks roll through NY, NJ ports after Baltimore bridge collapse
New York Harbor's seaports saw an uptick in truck traffic after the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. New York Harbor's seaports have seen more action since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge closed the Port of Baltimore, but that's brought additional truck traffic and environmental concerns to areas of Newark and Elizabeth. [ more › ]
Frederick prepares for a unique, safe fireworks show
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — Firework shows seem to be one of the most anticipated parts of celebrating the Fourth of July – but what really goes into making each show safe and unique? The Frederick Independence Day celebration is all about good times, beginning with a day of activities for everyone in the […]
Floats honor Key Bridge collapse in 90th annual Dundalk Fourth of July Parade
DUNDALK, Md. — Dundalk held its 90th annual Fourth of July parade replete with many floats, some created in tribute to thecollapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Baltimore's Marching Ravens were just one of more than 100 groups participating in this year's parade that's a tradition many Baltimoreans grew up attending.
Black Health Equity Coalition launches comprehensive Black health survey for county
The Black Health Equity Coalition of Frederick has launched a comprehensive Black health survey to gather feedback from Black Frederick County residents’ on their health and wellness needs. The survey will be open until Sept. 15 and can be taken online at shorturl.at/3KKaa. “By understanding these needs, we can better advocate for necessary changes and improvements in health services, ...
$1,000 baby bonus for newborns and adoptees up for vote in Baltimore
BALTIMORE -- After collecting more than 13,000 signatures, a Baltimore advocacy group got a proposed charter amendment on the November ballot.If approved, it would get families a one-time payment of $1,000 when a child is born or adopted.Talking to Baltimore residents about the development, WJZ met several who were supportive of the amendment.Every bundle of joy can be a bundle of expenses. To help offset that burden, the Maryland Child Alliance wants voters to check yes to a charter amendment and establish the Baltimore Baby Bonus Fund.10,000 signaturesNate Golden, president of the Maryland Child Alliance, said they were informed they surpassed...
Two teens shot, three more juveniles arrested so far this week
WBFF (Baltimore, MD) — As thousands of people are expected to be outside for 4th of July celebrations, safety is of course top of mind. Particularly among juveniles. This week multiple young people were involved in incidents, according to the Baltimore Police Department. On July 3, Baltimore police say...
Hundreds apply in first phase of Baltimore’s vacant housing program, but only 11 qualify
The first phase of a Baltimore program that aims to resurrect vacant homes by selling them to prospective homeowners for $1 drew applications from 459 city residents - only 11 of whom ended up qualifying. The post Hundreds apply in first phase of Baltimore’s vacant housing program, but only 11 qualify appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Fred Woods Accused Of Murdering Marvin moore In Baltimore
Fred Woods, 36, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the fatal shooting of Marvin Moore last month, authorities announced on Thursday. Officers from the Baltimore Police Department were called before 1 a.m. on June 18 to the 11000 block of Stoddard Court to investigate a reported shooting, where they found Moore suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the body.
'We just need it to keep going': Help needed to keep WWII Liberty Ship up and running
Stepping on board the S.S. John W. Brown, a World War II Liberty Ship, is like stepping onto a piece of history. “It’s one of the largest class of ships ever built," said Dick Sterne, an engine room volunteer on the John W. Brown and the Secretary of Project Liberty Ship. "It was built right here in Baltimore at the old Bethlehem-Fairfield Yards."
Catonsville’s quirky Fourth of July tradition continues as chair thieves strike
Someone is stealing chairs. Not just any chairs, though. These chairs are part of a time-honored holiday tradition in Catonsville. As part of what has become a tradition, residents place chairs alongside Frederick Road to save their place days — sometimes weeks — in advance of the Catonsville Fourth of July parade.
UPS Could Lay Off 540 Employees Upon Closing Baltimore Warehouse
UPS is temporarily closing shop at a customer center in Baltimore in a move that impacts hundreds of employees.Levi's Leans on More Outsourced Distribution to Accelerate DTC Push The customer center will shutter Aug. 23, which could result in the axing of up to 540 employees, according to a Work Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Notice that UPS filed June 20 with the Maryland Department of Labor. UPS expects an “enhanced” version of the Baltimore facility to reopen in late 2025, according to a company statement. “Our employees are extremely important to us, and we are working to place as many employees as...
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