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Orioles could swipe ideal Yankees target at trade deadline
The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees are locked in a tight race atop the AL East. It could go either way at this point, with both clubs led by MVP-level talent. Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are on track to possibly finish 1-2 in MVP voting. Their primary competition is Gunnar Henderson, whose sophomore breakout has been wondrous to behold.
Fort Frederick in western Maryland revisits history from long before Revolutionary times
BIG POOL, Md. (DC News Now) — If you happen to venture into western Maryland this extended holiday weekend and love American history, a visit to Fort Frederick will be well worth your while. The expansive rural landscapes will take you back to well before the American Revolution. Fort Frederick was founded in 1756 to […]
AL East picture becoming more clear as Orioles' division rival begins sell off
After going 17-12 through the gauntlet that was the month of June, the Orioles find themselves atop the AL East once again. The Yankees have been struggling as of late and the O's have been able to take advantage, keeping the pressure on and looking like the stronger team heading into the All-Star break.
The Orioles need to rip the Band-Aid off and get Cole Irvin out of their rotation ASAP
The Orioles had the day off on Monday after a brutal 11-2 loss to the Texas Rangers on Sunday Night Baseball. In that game, the Orioles' needs became even clearer. At the trade deadline, they are going to need some help in their starting rotation. Cole Irvin got the start...
Orioles News: O's ink former Athletics reliever to minor league deal
As reported by Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports on Tuesday evening, the Orioles have come to terms with right-handed reliever Vinny Nittoli on a minor league contract. Nittoli will report to Triple-A Norfolk and serve as a depth arm for the time being. Nittoli has had a bit of success...
Frustrated Jackson Holliday is proof the Orioles are playing with fire
Baltimore Orioles top prospect Jackson Holliday received just 35 at-bats, recording two hits and striking out 18 times. The 20-year-old Holliday was rushed to the big leagues amid fan pressure that he ought to have made the roster out of spring training. Oh, how wrong those fans were. The gap...
Baltimore Ravens Sign Veteran WR
The Baltimore Ravens improved their group of pass-catchers by signing experienced wide receiver Keith Kirkwood. After performing well during a tryout at the time of the team’s mandatory minicamp earlier in June, the Ravens decided to add him to their 90-man roster. Kirkwood, now in his seventh NFL season,...
Maryland’s cannabis sales hit more than $1.1B in first year of legalization
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (DC News Now) — It’s been one year since Maryland legalized the retail sale of cannabis and sales across the state have already hit the billion dollar mark. In a news release, Governor Wes Moore announced that medical and adult-use retail sales have passed $1.1 billion since the recreational use of cannabis was […]
Spring Grove Area School District superintendent charged with DUI
HANOVER, Pa. — The new superintendent of the Spring Grove Area School District in York County was arrested for DUI just three days before he started the position. Pennsylvania State Police said they encountered 51-year-old Joseph Bradley in the 100 block of South Forney Avenue in Hanover around 2:30 a.m. June 28.
July Fourth fireworks displays across Baltimore metro
Happy Independence Day! Here’s our list of July Fourth fireworks displays planned across the Baltimore area. – Sawmill Creek Park, 9 p.m. The Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore kicks off celebrations with a 3 p.m. picnic on July 4 at West Shore Park that lasts through 9 p.m. Then, at...
MCFRS Respond to House Fire Wednesday Afternoon
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 23300blk of Frederick Rd., near Stringtown Road in Clarksburg on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters arrived to find smoke coming from the first floor of a single-family house and discovered a fire in the kitchen. All occupants and pets were safely evacuated, with two dogs being sheltered, and no injuries were reported. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.
Suspect attempts to return stolen merchandise for cash refund at Maryland grocery store
BETHESDA, Md. - Surveillance photos have been released of a suspect who entered a grocery store and attempted to return stolen merchandise to receive a cash refund. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, inside the Giant Food grocery store in the 7100 block of Arlington Road in Bethesda.
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 ...
How aging veterans are treated like family at medical foster homes
Shantel Cross and her two kids set three places for dinner for the veterans who live at their home in Baltimore — Charles McCoubrey, Peter Samaras and Ekkehard Thies. The three men couldn't be happier to have a seat at the table."It's nice here. And being in a nursing home, they just throw you away, they ignore you. But here we're like part of the family," Samaras said.Medical foster homes are an innovative approach from the Department of Veterans Affairs for veterans who may need extra care later in life. The program began in 2002 in Arkansas, Florida and Puerto...
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