Frederick County Archives

Governor Moore appoints new secretary for Department of Veterans and Military Families

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore announced this week the appointment of Ed Rothstein as the new Secretary of the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families, effective Aug. 1. Rothstein, a retired Army colonel and current Carroll County commissioner, will lead the department responsible for supporting the state’s veteran and military communities. Ross Cohen, who has served as interim acting secretary, […]

Maryland unveils first Business Ready Sites grants to spur economic growth

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the first round of grant awards for the Maryland Business Ready Sites Program, a new initiative aimed at accelerating the development of “shovel-ready” sites to attract and retain businesses across the state. The program, established by the governor’s economic competitiveness executive order, is designed to spur private sector investment and create jobs by […]

Maryland State Fire Marshal unveils redesigned 2024 fire fatality report with interactive data

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal has released its 2024 Annual Fire Fatality Report, featuring a complete redesign that offers interactive graphics and county-level breakdowns to enhance public understanding of fire-related deaths across the state. The report details 73 fire-related fatalities recorded in Maryland during 2024. It provides insights into contributing factors such as the absence of […]

Maryland’s bald eagle population goes from near extinction to thriving numbers

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland’s bald eagle population has soared from near extinction to thriving numbers, with an estimated 1,400 breeding pairs across the state, a remarkable recovery largely attributed to environmental protections and widespread conservation efforts. For 18 years, Glenn Therres, a long-time bald eagle biologist for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), conducted annual aerial surveys, witnessing firsthand the dramatic […]

Maryland’s Board of Public Works approves $4.7 million for park improvements, land conservation in nine counties

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved more than $4.7 million in grants for park improvements and land conservation across nine counties, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced. The funding, drawn from the state’s Program Open Space – Local, Local Parks and Playgrounds Infrastructure, and Rural Legacy programs, will benefit projects in Allegany, Baltimore, Caroline, Carroll, […]

Maryland officials seek public input on pedestrian, cyclist safety

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is launching an online survey and a series of virtual public meetings to gather feedback on improving safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users. This initiative aims to update the agency’s Vulnerable Road User (VRU) Assessment, a critical tool in enhancing road safety across Maryland. Vulnerable road […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for much of Maryland on Tuesday

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for most of Maryland on Tuesday. The watch will remain in effect until 9:00 p.m. on July 1, 2025 and includes Allegany County, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Calvert County, Caroline County, Carroll County, Cecil County, Charles County, Dorchester County, Frederick County, Harford County, Howard County, Kent […]

Maryland Lottery contest seeks artwork to be featured on upcoming scratch-off ticket