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Queen Anne’s County Housing Authority Relocates Administrative Offices
The Queen Anne’s County Housing Authority (QAC) is pleased to announce the relocation of its administrative offices. Effective July 22nd, the administrative offices will move from 205 E Water St STE 100, Centreville, MD 21617, to the Kramer Center, located at 104 Powell Street, Centreville, MD 21617, where the Department of Community Services is housed. Despite the change in location, the phone number (410-758-8634), fax number (410-758-8635), and mailing address (PO Box 280, Centreville, MD 21617) will remain unchanged.
Heat Doesn’t Keep Chick-fil-A Out of the Kitchen
When Rebuilding Together Kent County’s Executive Director, Genevieve Croker, first got a call from Chick-fil-A Regional Facilities Manager, Kevin Hiden, she wasn’t sure whether she’d be able to accommodate their volunteer group. Kevin, who has a home near Rock Hall, had been chatting with a local friend, Cathy, about his company’s commitment to giving back and wondering if there was a nearby nonprofit that could be a good fit. Cathy immediately thought of Rebuilding and their work to ensure more of our neighbors live in safe and healthy homes. She put Kevin in touch with Genevieve and after several conversations, they found the perfect project for their volunteers: clearing out a home for a senior in MIllington!
Howard approves contract to give teachers salary increase, more benefits
The Howard County Board of Education has approved contracts with organizations representing educators, educational support professionals, administrators and supervisors, and other maintenance staff, as of July 11. Educators in Howard will receive an average salary increase of 4.7%, according to the school system. The salary increase will be as high as 5.9% for some teachers, while those ...
Leaders call for accountability after apartment AC issues in Prince George's Co.
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. — For the past week and a half, WUSA9 has heard from so many of you who have been struggling to find relief from the heat, because your AC is not working. We've highlighted the issue at complexes in Suitland, Temple Hills and District Heights,...
Two Baltimore County officers hospitalized after severe car crash in Dundalk
BALTIMORE -- Baltimore County Police are investigating what led up to a crash in Dundalk that put two Baltimore County officers in the hospital on Saturday. According to police, the crash occurred near Portship and Sollers Point Road around 5 p.m. Both the driver and passenger of the Baltimore County police cruiser were transported to a nearby hospital.There are no other known injuries at this time.A local eyewitness recalls the moments leading up to the crash "I saw the cop car coming down the street with its lights on and this white car in front of him, didn't stop, didn't pull over,...
11-year-old boy hosts flea market fundraiser in Glyndon to support community
BALTIMORE -- Jayden Friedman might be one of the youngest charitable community members in Baltimore County. At 11 years old, he's been on a mission for over 4 years to give back to the community. Friedman hosted his first flea market fundraiser at the Glyndon Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday with over 60 vendors. "If you give back to other people, they might give it to another person and give and give and it might start a ripple effect," Friedman, said. It all started when Jayden was 7 years old making sandwiches and meals for those in need through his non-profit "Smiles for...
14-Year-Old Reported Missing From Dundalk
Critical missing 14-year-old Jayme Amato (5’4 110lbs), last seen in Dundalk. Jayme was last seen wearing a Spiderman shirt, blue shorts, and black Nike flip flops. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or 410-307-2020. B.J. Joseph. Benjamin Joesph has covered news in Eastern Baltimore County since 2006....
Omar Passmore Wanted For Murder Of Breaunna Cormley, 12
An alert was issued by the Baltimore Police Department as they attempt to track down Omar Passmore, who is wanted in connection to the murder of 12-year-old Breaunna Cormley in the 500 block of North Kenwood Avenue. At around 8 p.m. on Friday, July 19, officers were called to investigate...
He's back: Jackson Holliday's return to second base is a warning for rest of Orioles
The No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft by the Baltimore Orioles, Jackson Holliday put on a show on Friday after returning to second base for the Triple-A Norfolk Tides. Holliday had spent three weeks as a designated hitter to treat left elbow inflammation. Jackson Holliday is naturally...
Baltimore Braces for Showers as NWS Predicts Relief from Dry Conditions, High Pressure to Follow
With showers and thunderstorms forecasted to hit Baltimore as a stalled front hovers along the Virginia and North Carolina border, the National Weather Service anticipates a modest reprieve from the dry spell. According to the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC, "Precip chances will increase from southwest to northeast through the day," rainfall is predicted to be less than favorable with expected totals of half an inch or less, mostly to fall west of Interstate 81 and into the southern reaches of the region.
Long-vacant Baltimore waterfront site to become cable-manufacturing facility
A cable-manufacturing facility has officially bought a 38-acre site on the Patapsco River in South Baltimore, which is expected to create hundreds of jobs and support the demand for renewable energy.
Maryland Zoo Announces Birth of Lesser Kudu
BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of a lesser kudu (Tragelaphus imberbis) named Mandazi (MAN-dah-zee) after a type of fried bread that is a staple of Swahili cuisine. The male calf was born on July 1st and is the offspring of Zahi, a two...
Longtime Lenny’s Deli Owner Sells Popular Owings Mills Neighborhood Eatery
After nearly four decades of satisfying the appetites of noshers in Owings Mills and beyond, Alan Smith, co-founder and owner of Lenny’s Deli at 9107 Reisterstown Road in the Valley Village Shopping Center, recently sold his popular neighborhood eatery. The new owners are Lenny’s Deli LLC, a family consortium...
Lamar Jackson and NFL icon Troy Aikman involved in legal battle over Baltimore Ravens star’s trademark symbol
BALTIMORE Ravens star Lamar Jackson and NFL icon Troy Aikman are locked in a legal battle over their pieces of eight. Both quarterbacks wore the No. 8 during their illustrious NFL careers – and they now are fighting over copyright issues relating to the number. Jackson owns or has...
A shocking Orioles-Phillies trade to boost Philadelphia's outfield
The Baltimore Orioles could trade Cedric Mullins, their starting center fielder, to a contender before the trade deadline. Let me explain. The Orioles have more outfielders than they know what to do with. Colton Cowser and Heston Kjerstad aren't going anywhere because they're two thirds of the future in Baltimore's outfield. Anthony Santander is having the best season of any Baltimore outfielder. Austin Hays is performing well in his role and Kyle Stowers desperately needs more playing time. Top prospect, Connor Norby, is banging on the door to be called up to the big leagues.
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