BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the selection of three new sites for large-scale oyster restoration in the Chesapeake Bay. This marks the beginning of the state’s next phase of major oyster restoration efforts. The new sanctuaries will be located in Herring Bay, the Nanticoke River, and Hoopers Strait. These sites were chosen based on their potential […]
WASHINGTON—Approximately 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products have been recalled by BrucePac, a Durant, Oklahoma establishment, due to potential Listeria contamination. The announcement was made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. The recalled items were produced between June 19, 2024, and October 8, 2024, and distributed […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s new school bus camera safety program is already proving to be fruitful. As of this week, police say over 5,500 warnings have been issued to drivers illegally passing school buses in Baltimore County. Motorists caught passing a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing can expect to receive a $250 citation beginning November 4, 2024. “Keeping […]
BALTIMORE, MD—With the U.S. experiencing over 400 mass shootings and nearly 25,000 motor vehicle deaths so far this year, WalletHub this week released its report on 2024’s Safest Cities in America to highlight where people are at the lowest risk of physical and financial harm. WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities across 41 key metrics. The data set ranges from […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources confirms that Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease is spreading in white-tailed deer statewide. The virus is often fatal to deer and is spread through the bites of tiny flying midges. While the disease poses no threat to humans, DNR advises hunters not to eat deer that have large, open sores. EHD is common throughout the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The national average gas price in the U.S. declined by 4.6 cents over the past week, reaching $3.13 per gallon on Monday, according to GasBuddy data. This marks a decrease of 11.6 cents from the previous month and a significant drop of 56.2 cents compared to last year. However, the recent decline may be short-lived, as oil prices surged […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Western Maryland’s fall foliage season is experiencing a “rolling peak,” with trees reaching their peak of color at different times due to recent wind and rain, according to the Maryland Forest Service. While some areas are still mostly green, others are showcasing vibrant reds and yellows. The changing colors are a welcome sight after a dry summer that caused […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department is issuing a warning to residents following a reported increase in scammers posing as police officers and demanding money and personal information over the phone. These scammers are part of a regional trend, according to the department. The Baltimore County Police Department emphasizes that they never solicit funds, bank details, or social security numbers […]