Maryland State Highway Administration urges renewed commitment to safety during National Pedestrian Safety Month

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration is observing National Pedestrian Safety Month in October and is urging motorists to follow safe behaviors by paying attention, avoiding distractions, never speeding and maintaining the rules of the road. “The State Highway Administration is committed to making significant investments and improvements to facilities to improve access and safety for vulnerable users,” said State […]

Governor Moore announces new record for general cargo at Port of Baltimore state-owned terminals

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced that the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore has achieved a new cargo volume record at its state-owned public marine terminals, handling 11.6 million tons of general cargo during the 2023 fiscal year. The milestone surpasses the previous record of 11 million tons set during fiscal year 2019 – the year before the […]

38-year-old woman killed after being struck on Route 702

ESSEX, MD—Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed in Essex on Wednesday. On September 27, 2023, officers with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to Route 702 for a report of a pedestrian being struck by a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. While the driver of the Silverado remained at the scene, the pedestrian, identified as 38-year-old Candice Reihl, […]

BCPS announces public forums to discuss FY 2025 budget priorities

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers (Yarbrough) will host five “Community Conversations” regarding the development of the BCPS Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. Community members are invited to share their ideas on budget priorities and the investments the system should make to provide high-quality public education to every student. In addition to the budget forums, Team BCPS […]

Maryland Lottery officials searching for winner who purchased $1 million Powerball ticket

BALTIMORE, MD—Check those Powerball tickets from Wednesday night’s drawing because Maryland Lottery officials are searching for a millionaire.  Even though no one hit the estimated $850 million jackpot on Wednesday, there was a $1 million winning Powerball ticket sold in Worcester County and a $50,000 winning ticket purchased in Cecil County. The Maryland Lottery is looking for the big winner […]

Three common money mistakes people make

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union Managing money responsibly doesn’t just happen. Even with the best of intentions, many people make mistakes in how they handle money – and they don’t even realize it. But there’s good news! Harmful behaviors can be unlearned. Let’s look at three common money mistakes and how to fix them. […]