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Cumberland wants to pay you $20,000 to move to the mountains
Nestled in the mountains of Western Maryland, the small town of Cumberland has been having an unexpected revival as remote workers move in and it upgrades its historic downtown. To keep the momentum going, the city launched a pilot program last week to offer up to $20,000 to 10 families who relocate and commit […] The post Cumberland wants to pay you $20,000 to move to the mountains appeared first on WOLB Talk 1010.
Cumberland offering money for new residents through ‘Choose Cumberland Relocation Program’
CUMBERLAND, Md. (DC News Now) — The City of Cumberland is offering a limited-time relocation package program of up to $20,000 for new residents who move within city limits. The “Choose Cumberland Relocation Program” is designed to attract families to move within city limits. The package includes $10,000 in relocation cash and a dollar-for-dollar match […]
Orioles set for Fan Appreciation Weekend, 9/20-9/22, with giveaways, music, and fireworks
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — The Orioles announced plans for Fan Appreciation Weekend, which is happening September 20-22, when the Orioles take on the Detroit Tigers for the final home series of the 2024 regular season!. Friday, September 20:. Music by DJ Chris Styles on the Legends Park Stage with a...
Ravens make cuts, announce initial 53-man roster for 2024 season
The Baltimore Ravens have announced their initial 53-man roster for the 2024 season. | ANALYSIS: The position battles that contributed to Tuesday’s cuts. Running backs (4): Derrick Henry, Rasheen Ali, Pat Ricard (FB), Justice Hill. Wide receivers (6): Deonte Hardy, Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Nelson Agholor, Tylan Wallace, Devontez...
Orioles set to get rare and historic road trip underway
If fun, scheduling anomalies and rarities are your thing, then this article is for you. Since Major League Baseball eliminated the unbalanced schedule ahead of the 2023 season, scheduling anomalies and rarities have become a thing of the past. Indeed, since the start of the 2023 season, every team has at least one series against every other team in the league.
Smokey Bear gets 80th birthday party at Mont Alto State Park
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn recently visited Mont Alto State Park to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday. The iconic wildfire prevention spokesperson was officially “born” Aug. 9, 1944, when the USDA Forest Service and Ad Council developed the symbol for forest fire prevention. Since then, Smokey has...
Orioles Rely on Ryan O’Hearn’s Power Boost in 2024
The Baltimore Orioles are relying on Ryan O’Hearn to boost their offense with his power potential after Ryan Mountcastle's injury. O’Hearn, who came close to being an All-Star this season, needs to rekindle his early-season form, having recently struggled with a .625 OPS in August. While he initially thrived as a cleanup hitter, the Orioles’ recent offensive woes heightened the urgency for O'Hearn to contribute significantly to the power numbers, especially with multiple injuries depleting the lineup.
Developers and labor unions handed out last-minute bucks in Baltimore’s mayoral primary
Familiar names turn up in the latest campaign finance reports of Brandon Scott and Sheila Dixon. The latest campaign finance reports, submitted yesterday to the State Elections Board, show Mayor Brandon Scott collecting a surge of contributions before the May 14 primary, then raking in some more after he defeated Sheila Dixon.
A baton pass, not a lifetime gig, declares Burnett on leaving office
Baltimore City Councilman Kristerfer Burnett counts the redevelopment of the Edmondson Village Shopping Center as one of the major accomplishments of his council career. "To me, it was a personal goal to get new ownership, to get new investment, because the last two owners of the building did not do a good job," said Burnett during a joint interview with the Baltimore Sun.
Fairfield Wraps Construction on Apartments in Gaithersburg
Fairfield today announced the completion of the final construction phase of 333 Ellington Apartments in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Located in the heart of the Downtown Crown master-planned community development at 333 Ellington Blvd., the new multifamily community adds 244 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, including 27 affordable homes. “333 Ellington...
Indian Head “Mailman” Caught With CDS Medley In Surveillance Sting: Faces Up To 20 Years For Drug Charges
WALDORF, Md. – Melvin Andre Smoot, 37, of Indian Head, Maryland, was arrested on August 15, 2024, after a detailed investigation and surveillance operation by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Smoot is facing multiple serious charges related to drug trafficking, including possession with intent to distribute narcotics. According...
Washington Commanders' home field has a new name
GREATER LANDOVER, Md. — The Washington Commanders have come to terms with Northwest Federal Credit Union for naming rights to the team's home field in Landover, Maryland. The agreement, which marks a new chapter for the Washington Commanders, will rebrand the team’s home from Commanders Field to Northwest Stadium.
Riana Caldwell '25 | NCI Internship
Riana Caldwell ’25 is a biology major with a chemistry minor at Hood College. She recently participated in the Summer Internship Program (SIP) through the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Caldwell worked at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and focused on veterinary medicine. She shadowed and assisted lab animal technicians and veterinarians on their daily rounds. Her duties included prepping for surgeries, delivering medicine and performing status checks on various animals.
City nearing self-imposed deadline for taking action on charter recommendations
The city of Frederick Board of Aldermen appears set to vote on city charter amendments on Sept. 19 public meeting. The board had set a goal to decide on the amendments by the end of September. The charter review has been in process since Mayor Michael O’Connor appointed a Charter Review Committee in January 2023. The mayor and Board of Aldermen have already reached a consensus on many of the ...
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