Target recalls nearly 5 million Threshold candles due to laceration, burn risks

BALTIMORE, MD—Target is recalling nearly 5 million Threshold Glass Jar Candles, saying that the candle’s jar can crack or break during use, posing laceration and burn hazards. This recall involves certain Threshold Glass Jar 5.5 ounce 1-Wick, 14 ounce 3-Wick and 20 ounce 3-Wick Candles in multiple scents. The recalled item numbers are printed on the bottom of the glass […]

Attorney General: Marylanders should be wary of deceptive online sports betting companies and scams

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown on Friday issued a consumer alert urging Marylanders to always be aware of deceptive online sports betting companies, especially in advance of large-scale popular events like the 2023 Preakness. Companies in Maryland’s online sports betting industry, which also operate through mobile apps, have enticed bettors with aggressive marketing, such as so-called “risk-free” bets. […]

Baltimore County Police Department warns of family member impersonation telephone scam

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department is warning residents of a recent increase in scam phone calls. Specifically, police are warning of a scam whereby callers impersonate a grandchild – or another close relative – in a crisis and ask for immediate financial assistance. Authorities say these calls may appear to come from a trusted phone number, but are most […]

Two winning $50,000 Pick 5 tickets sold in Fallston, $50,000 scratch-off sold in Parkville

NOTTINGHAM, MD—It was quite a big week for Maryland Lottery players in and around the Nottingham area, as winning tickets were sold in Fallston, Parkville, Nottingham, and other nearby locations. In all, a total of 85 winning tickets worth $10,000 or more were sold or redeemed in Maryland in the seven days ending May 7, and the Maryland Lottery paid […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of May 8

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for this week. APG has daytime and nighttime testing operations scheduled for Monday, May 8 – Saturday, May 13, 2023,  approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.  Testing for the week will end at 4 a.m. on Saturday. Noise may be heard in some areas off […]

BCPS 2023 high school graduation dates announced

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials on Friday announced 2023 high school graduation dates. While in-person seating will be limited at upcoming BCPS high school graduations, friends, extended family, and community members are invited to celebrate these milestone events online. All graduations will be held at Towson University’s SECU Arena, unless otherwise noted, and all graduations at SECU Arena can […]