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Rick Abbott to Judge Maryland Yearling Show
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association is proud to announce Rick Abbott as the judge of its 90th annual Yearling Show. Open to all yearlings eligible for Maryland-bred registration, the show will be held on Sunday, July 21 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds' Horse Show Ring in Timonium. Longtime bloodstock agent...
Maryland Coastal Bays conducts herp searches
The Maryland Coastal Bays Program hosted two volunteer surveys last month to assess the species diversity of reptiles and amphibians, or herps, in the area. The Maryland Coastal Bays Program hosted two volunteer surveys last month to assess the species diversity of reptiles and amphibians, or herps, in the designated areas.
Littlestown Borough residents see hike in water and sewage bill
LITTLESTOWN, Pa. — Littlestown Borough residents are opening their mail to see an increase in their water and sewage bills, with many taking to Facebook to ask fellow community members if they also saw the jump. Littlestown Borough officials say that the increase was communicated to residents and, despite...
Two-vehicle crash shuts down road in McSherrystown Borough
MCSHERRYSTOWN, Pa. — A two-vehicle crash shut down a road in Adams County Wednesday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the 100 block of South Oxford Avenue in McSherrystown Borough just before 11:30 a.m. It's in the area of Delone Catholic High School.
See all homes sold in York County, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in York County reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 135 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,110-square-foot home on Church Street in Glen Rock Borough that sold for $260,000.
New Museum – York County History Center
The York County History Center serves as a major cultural anchor and community space in downtown York. A former electricity-generating plant transformed York County 150 years ago. The history center will be opening a new museum this summer. Ron Hershner a longtime volunteer, and former board member of the York...
Howard County Times 2024 girls tennis All-County: Hammond state champion Shivaani Selvan named Player of the Year
Hammond senior Shivaani Selvan had a clear focus entering the 2024 season. Selvan won county and regional girls singles titles as a junior, but her quest for the trifecta fell just short at the Class 2A state championships after she suffered an injury and retired in the state championship match. That unfortunate ending fueled her as she remained focusing on winning a gold medal at states. The ...
Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company sued by state attorney general
We have a follow to a News 8 On Your Side investigation we first brought you last week. A Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company is now being sued by the state attorney general for not honoring its warranties. Concord Auto Protect, based in King of Prussia, is at the center of...
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Two Innovative Programs to Support Small and Local Businesses
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the launch of two programs aimed at boosting patronage of small and local businesses in Howard County. The Old Ellicott City Summer Bucks program and the Local HoCo campaign will provide incentives to patrons and businesses owners alike to encourage residents and visitors to shop local. Pictures from the event can be found here.
Frederick County playground burns down, deputies investigating arson
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — People in a Frederick County neighborhood were surprised and shaken up after seeing that the Green Hill Park Playground had burned down in a fire that broke out Saturday morning. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) said it believes someone intentionally set the fire at around 4:30 a.m. […]
Red, Purple Line construction disrupts businesses in Downtown Silver Spring
SILVER SPRING, Md. (DC News Now) — Several businesses in downtown Silver Spring are losing profits by large margins due to what they believe is caused by the construction of the Purple and Red lines. Fenwick Beer and Wine is a family-owned shop that Nepal native Suman Shresta has operated for over a decade in […]
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