BALTIMORE, MD—Nick Perez of Perryville, Maryland, has achieved the prestigious Master Angler Milestone Award from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ FishMaryland program. He is the 15th angler to reach this milestone since the program began in 2019. Perez’s daughter, Lucy Moore, was the 10th Master Angler, making her the first youth and first female to receive the award. Perez’s […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $7,049,747 in contributions to the state during October 2024 from a handle of $593,105,471. Sports wagering is available in Maryland on 11 mobile platforms and at 12 retail locations. The contribution to the state of more than $7 million was a 21.3% increase compared to the October 2023 figure of $5.8 million and was […]
WHITE MARSH, MD—A new sporting goods store is coming to White Marsh. JD Sports will soon be opening at White Marsh Mall, the shopping center has announced. JD seeks to “inspire the emerging generation of globally minded consumers through a connection to the universal culture of sport, music and fashion,” according to the official website. The chain has over 4,500 […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Natural Resources Police took action to stop illegal hunting during the state’s annual black bear hunt, held October 21-26 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. Officers cited several hunters who, although legally permitted to participate in the hunt, were unlawfully using bait to attract and lure bears. While baiting is legal for white-tailed deer in Maryland on […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—A local soccer coach has been arrested after police say he secretly recorded a minor in his home. On Monday November 4, 2024, detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department arrested and charged 42-year-old Nicholas Fioravanti. Detectives say Fioravanti placed recording devices inside two areas of his home including a bedroom and bathroom. Fioravanti, who was a volunteer soccer […]
ESSEX, MD—The Rocky Point Golf Course clubhouse will undergo a significant expansion and renovation, Baltimore County officials announced this week. The 1971 clubhouse will be transformed into a more modern and contemporary space with approximately 12,000 square feet. The $8.25 million project will be funded by Baltimore County and the Baltimore County Revenue Authority. The project will feature a new […]
ROSEDALE, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Department of Recreation and Parks officials on Tuesday joined elected officials, community members, and gaming enthusiasts to open Baltimore County’s newest Recreation Activity Center (RAC) in Rosedale. Located alongside McCormick Elementary School, the new facility focuses on recreational, social, and wellness opportunities for residents and provides dedicated esports programming for all ages. “We […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A Caroline County man has become the 14th person to earn a Master Angler Milestone Award since the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) FishMaryland program began in 2019. Jeremy Elmore, 36, of Preston, caught ten trophy-sized fish of different species in Maryland waters to qualify for the award. Elmore said he started fishing at a young age with […]