Governor Wes Moore Maryland State of the State 2025

Governor Moore launches Maryland Community Investment Venture Fund to promote access to capital for small business owners

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced the launch of the Maryland Community Investment Venture Fund, a $2.5 million initiative aimed at boosting access to capital for small business owners in low- to moderate-income communities. The fund, established under the governor’s 2023 Access to Banking Act, seeks to enhance funding and financial services for small businesses, which Moore called the […]

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NOW YOU KNOW: Celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night at Bengies Drive-In Theatre in Middle River

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The following is an update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are encouraging Marylanders to celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night this June 6th by visiting a true local treasure, the Bengies Drive-In Theatre, located in Middle River. On June 6th, Bengies Drive-In marks its 69th anniversary this year, coinciding with the […]

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Cybersecurity

Hackers leak 86 million AT&T customer records with decrypted Social Security numbers, report

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WASHINGTON—Hackers have leaked a massive database containing 86 million AT&T customer records, including decrypted Social Security numbers, raising concerns about potential identity theft and fraud, according to a report by cybersecurity news outlet Hackread. The breach, tied to a previously reported April 2024 incident involving the cloud platform Snowflake, includes sensitive information such as names, phone numbers, email addresses, and […]

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USDA issues public health alert for ground beef due to possible E. coli contamination

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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert this week for certain ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, a potentially deadly bacterium. The alert was issued to warn consumers not to consume the products, though a recall was not requested as they are no longer […]

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U.S. interest in electric vehicles hits lowest level since 2019, AAA survey finds

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BALTIMORE, MD—Interest in fully electric vehicles (EVs) among American drivers has dropped to its lowest point since 2019, with only 16% of U.S. adults saying they are “very likely” or “likely” to purchase an EV as their next vehicle, according to a new survey from AAA released Tuesday. The survey, conducted in April 2025, marks a significant decline from 2022, […]

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NewCold

NewCold to open $275M cold storage facility in Maryland, bringing 125-150 jobs

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HAGERSTOWN, MD—NewCold, a global leader in advanced food logistics, will invest over $275 million to build a state-of-the-art cold storage facility in Washington County, Maryland, creating between 125 and 150 high-tech jobs, Governor Wes Moore announced Friday. The temperature-controlled, automated warehouse at 45 West Oak Ridge Drive in Hagerstown will utilize proprietary technology, including automated storage and retrieval systems, to […]

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Richardson Farms announces passing of Donald Richardson

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WHITE MARSH, MD—Richardson Farms on Friday announced the passing of Donald Richardson. The full announcement reads as follows: Our Dearest Family, Friends, Employees, Customers, and Community,It is heartbreaking for our family to announce the passing of Donald Richardson. He is now looking after our farm with our father, Bill Richardson. We appreciate all the well wishes, thoughts, and prayers which […]

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