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News notes: Permanente official joins hospital rate-setting agency; a new public affairs firm
Brandon Wright, a former official in the administration of Republican Gov. Larry Hogan, is striking out on his own and opening Oak Grove Strategies, a new public affairs and government relations firm. “What I have found from my time working in Washington, D.C., at trade associations and public affairs firms,...
Biden's decision sparks funding questions for Maryland's Key Bridge and Red Line projects
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — The seismic shift within the Democratic Party amid President Joe Biden’s decision not to run for re-election has renewed questions about whether the partnership between Maryland and Washington leaders like to tout will result in funding for two big-ticket projects. First, funding for the Key...
Officers Arrest Man on Handgun Charges Following Community Complaint
32-year-old Drimitri Lemaire, of Takoma Park, has been arrested and charged with multiple handgun charges, following a traffic stop on Friday, July 19, 2024. According to Montgomery County Police, “Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Community Action Team were conducting an investigation in the area of Cornet Ct., following a community complaint of illegal drug activity in the neighborhood.
DJ Johnny Juice Headlines Free Vinyl Day in Downtown Silver Spring
Montgomery County Public Libraries will host its annual event, “Just for the Record – A Vinyl Day,” celebrating music on vinyl records with popular DJs from around the country. The free music festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 10, at...
Orioles’ No. 7 Prospect to Make MLB Debut vs Marlins: Report
For the fourth time in 2024, a Baltimore Orioles‘ prospect is set to make their MLB debut. Chayce McDermott will take the mound against the Miami Marlins. Brandon Hyde announced the move following a 6-3 series opening loss in Miami. “[Chayce] McDermott is going to start tomorrow,” Hyde told...
Weber’s to Hold 10th Annual Peach & Blackberry Festival
Weber’s Cider Mill Farm 10th Annual Peach & Blackberry Festival and breakfast will take place on Aug. 3 & 4 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Weber’s Cider Mill Farm, 2526 Proctor Lane in Parkville. Festival and breakfast admission are separate admissions and must be purchased...
Sparrows Point Container Terminal To Generate Over 8,000 Jobs, Add Over $1.5 Billion To Maryland’s GDP
BALTIMORE, MD – Tradepoint Atlantic (TPA) and Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) today announced the release of an economic impact study conducted by Infrata that finds that Sparrows Point Container Terminal (SPCT) will have a significant, generational impact on the State of Maryland. By 2035, SPCT is projected to add an additional $1.54 billion annually in benefits to Maryland’s state economy while creating over 8,000 direct and indirect jobs totaling more than $305 million in employee compensation. Infrata is a globally recognized infrastructure advisory firm that has provided market-driven support and research on some of the world’s most ambitious infrastructure projects.
BayWoods of Annapolis: Magothy Apartment with Breathtaking Water Views
BayWoods of Annapolis, the premier waterfront retirement community in Annapolis, features the Magothy! 1600sq. ft of waterfront apartment overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, with a den & balcony. Baywoods is more than a place to live. We’ve created a unique opportunity to enjoy life as never before,...
Reward offered in 1983 cold case slayings of Joe and Toby Magaskie [VIDEO]
DUNDALK, MD—A reward is being offered in the 1983 unsolved murder of Joe and Toby Magaskie, a case that remains unsolved despite 41 years having passed. The cash reward of up to $2,000 is being offered by Metro Crime Stoppers, an independent organization that offers rewards for information in connection with criminal cases.
Support Rockville VFD’s Final Push To Recover From Theft – Giuseppi’s Pizza Steps Up
For those that don’t know, the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department was victim of a scammer that stole $220,000 from the non profit organization. With quick action and the help of their bank, they were able to recover half immediately, but have been raising money for the rest. Today, the...
Little Miner Taco to Open Wednesday at 5pm
After a few unexpected delays, Little Miner Taco will open at 5pm on Wednesday, July 24th at 39 Maryland Ave Ste A in Rockville Town Square. The upcoming opening was communicated to us by a Rockville Town Square representative. Little Miner’s menu consists of Mexican street food, but they’re perhaps...
She dreamed of becoming an Olympian. Now, Ashburn-native Emily Fox is set to help lead the US women’s soccer team
Before heading to Olympic training camp with the U.S. women’s national soccer team, Emily Fox returned home to Ashburn, Virginia, for an extended stay for the first time since the pandemic. As the 26-year-old defender began to clean up her room, she went through some of her old childhood mementos.
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