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Md. State Fair is hiring
Interested in being a part of putting on the Maryland State Fair for three big weekends this summer? Attend the Maryland State Fair Job Fair, on Tuesday, July 30 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Exhibition Hall, to explore a variety of job opportunities during the Thursday, Aug. 22- Sunday, Aug. 25, Thursday, Aug. 29-Monday, Sept. 2, and Thursday, Sept. 5-Sunday, Sept. 8 run of the Maryland State Fair. ...
County Exec. visits local establishments in District Day
ROSEDALE — In an effort to foster meaningful community engagement, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski visited and toured businesses, schools, restaurants and other establishments in all seven county districts in what is known as “District Day.” Held this year on July 11, District Day is an annual tradition arranged by the Olszewski Administration. The county executive joined members of his office of community engagement, communications team and department of economic and workforce development in the effort. ...
State authorities discover illegal substances during local traffic stop
TIMONIUM — What began as a traffic stop in northern Baltimore County ended in an arrest after state police found multiple suspected drug substances and paraphernalia. Maryland State Police arrested a Dwayne Purdie Jr. early Sunday morning after uncovering suspected cocaine, hallucinogenic mushrooms, ecstasy and heroin during a traffic stop in the Timonium area, officials announced July 15. Purdie, 31, is a Baltimore resident, and is charged with felony drug...
Baltimore's Corbin Burnes to start against Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes in All-Star Game
ARLINGTON, Texas — Baltimore’s Corbin Burnes will start for the American League in Tuesday night’s All-Star Game against Pittsburgh rookie Paul Skenes. A 29-year-old right-hander, Burnes is 9-4 with a 2.93 ERA in his first season with the Orioles, who acquired him from Milwaukee just before spring training. The 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner, Burnes is an All-Star for the fourth straight season. He will become the fifth Orioles pitcher to start an All-Star Game, the first since Steve Stone in 1980. ...
Jacoby Jones, a star of Baltimore's most recent Super Bowl title run, has died at age 40
BALTIMORE (AP) — Former NFL receiver Jacoby Jones, whose 108-yard kickoff return in 2013 remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history, has died. He was 40. The Houston Texans, Jones’ team for the first five seasons of his career, announced his death on Sunday. In a statement released by the NFL Players Association, his family said he died at his home in New Orleans. A cause of death was not given. ...
Facing death, he thanked God for his family
BALTIMORE — The only person who survived falling from Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge during its catastrophic collapse says he watched in horror as his coworkers, friends and relatives plunged to their deaths. In an exclusive interview with NBC News' Tom Llamas that aired Wednesday evening, Julio Cervantes Suarez described fighting for his life after his truck tumbled into the Patapsco River. He was part of a roadwork crew filling...
Trump picks J.D. Vance as his running mate
MILWAUKEE — Donald Trump named Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate on Monday, choosing a one-time critic who became a loyal ally and is now the first millennial to join a major-party ticket at a time of deep concern about the advanced age of America’s political leaders. “After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D....
Avenue Community Calendar
Tuesday, May 7, to Tuesday, August 27 WMVFS Food Truck Tuesdays Spend the day with neighbors and support the White Marsh Volunteer Fire — EMS. Food, drinks, dessert and live music will be available at “Food Truck Tuesdays” events every Tuesday through August 27, 2024. Food trucks rotate weekly and include local favorites like Once Upon a Potato, Farm to Fork, Don’s Dogs, Mr. Souvlaki, Conrad’s, Jimmy’s Seafood, Miss Twist,...
Ribbon cutting held for Essex Field at Renaissance Park
County officials joined forces with the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, local business leaders, and state agencies to debut eastern Baltimore County’s newest recreational addition — the Essex Field at Renaissance Park. A collaborative effort between the Baltimore County government, Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce, Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks, Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation (CRSF) and the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development made the installation of the new field possible. ...
Report gives Chesapeake Bay its best grade in decades
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The overall health of the Chesapeake Bay, the nation’s largest estuary, received its highest grade since 2002 in an annual report released by scientists July 9: a C-plus. Scientists at the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science made special note of Pennsylvania’s efforts to block pollution from entering state waterways. Pennsylvania has faced criticism in the past for not doing enough to stop pollution from flowing...
Report gives Chesapeake Bay its best grade in decades
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The overall health of the Chesapeake Bay, the nation’s largest estuary, received its highest grade since 2002 in an annual report released by scientists July 9: a C-plus. Scientists at the University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science made special note of Pennsylvania’s efforts to block pollution from entering state waterways. Pennsylvania has faced criticism in the past for not doing enough to stop pollution from flowing...
Post office is hiring
BALTIMORE — If you enjoy living, working and service to your community, come join our team Delivering for America in Baltimore. When you become a member of the postal team your total compensation is more than just your paycheck. It includes your health benefits, generous paid leave package (sick, vacation and holiday), matching Thrift Savings Plan retirement, wellness, survivor protection, and many other programs. We are entering our fourth year...
MTABC hosts Middle River Fireworks Extravaganza
A festive week of Independence Day celebrations and events culminated with Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County’s Middle River Fireworks Extravaganza on the evening of June 6. According to MTABC’s Jim High, the show had a remarkable turnout and exhibited the highest aerial fireworks display in Maryland when compared to other fireworks shows. Hosted annually by MTABC, the Middle River Fireworks Extravaganza is one of the largest-scale Independence Day events...
Local art students revive a decaying statue
Art students from Chesapeake High School recently completed a project involving the restoration of the “Garden Fairy Statue.” Led by Chesapeake art teacher Kelsey Timpone, students worked together to restore the statue to a new level of beauty. The Garden Fairy Statue was donated to the Essex Co-op more than 20 years ago, and has gradually deteriorated over the years. Co-op member Toni Spagnolo thanks all fellow Essex Co-op members and Chesapeake High School for making this restoration project possible.
The Arc presents award to local construction equipment supplier
‘Special Appreciation Award’ recognizes Carter Machinery’s support for individuals with developmental disabilities The Arc Baltimore has presented a Special Appreciation Award to Carter Machinery, officials from the organization announced July 7. For more than a decade, Carter (previously Alban CAT) has been integral to The Arc’s Adopt-a-Family Program, showcasing a steadfast dedication to supporting people with developmental disabilities. ...
BCPD: Middle River double homicide under investigation
After finding two deceased women in a Middle River residence, Baltimore County police are suspecting the deaths resulted from an apparent double homicide and are investigating the incident. On Monday afternoon, BCPD identified the two victims, who were grandmother and granddaughter. Iona Sellers, 75, and Autumn Harvey, 29, were found after sustaining blunt-force trauma to their upper bodies, according to Baltimore County Police spokesperson Trae Corbin. Both were pronounced dead...
Del. Ric Metzgar gets grant for Kenwood's new turf field
Delegate Ric Metzgar was able to secure a $400,000 grant for the board of education of Baltimore County for Kenwood High School’s request for a turf field during the 2021 session of the Maryland General Assembly. This turf field was completed in 2024 and will be used by the football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse and other athletic programs. Delegate Metzgar is a member of the Kenwood Class of 1973 and is a member of the Kenwood High School Hall of Fame in the government category. His photo and plaque are displayed in the new wing of the school along with the photos and plaques of former Baltimore County Executives Donald Hutchinson, Dennis Rasmussen and others in different categories.
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