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Maryland State Police to step up patrols over Independence Day weekend

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police will increase patrols across the state this Independence Day weekend, targeting impaired, aggressive and distracted drivers. The heightened enforcement begins Friday, July 4, and continues through Sunday, July 6. All 23 Maryland State Police barracks will participate in high-visibility patrols. The State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, a specialized unit, will also be deployed […]

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New Maryland historical marker honors Harriet Tubman near birthplace

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—A new roadside historical marker honoring the life and legacy of Maryland native Harriet Tubman, the abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad, was unveiled this week by Governor Wes Moore. The marker stands less than three miles from Tubman’s birthplace on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and commemorates her early life and profound connections to her family and community. “We […]

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Residents urged to speak out about traffic concerns on Eastern Boulevard

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga are urging immediate action following the town hall. Original story below… MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Residents concerned about traffic safety on Eastern Boulevard are urged to attend a community meeting in July where the Maryland State Highway Administration will present findings from a traffic safety study. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga announced the meeting, […]

Governor Moore announces first ‘Road to Careers’ grant recipients to boost skilled workforce

Posted on June 19, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced the first round of grant recipients for the “Road to Careers” initiative, a six-year, $24 million investment aimed at expanding Maryland’s pipeline of highly-skilled workers for critical transportation infrastructure jobs. The initial $4 million in grants will provide nearly 1,200 Marylanders with in-demand training for skilled construction and maintenance jobs. “To grow our […]

Maryland expands roadside habitats to boost ailing pollinator populations

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

HANOVER, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration is transforming roadsides and medians into thriving meadows for bees, butterflies, and other crucial pollinators as part of a statewide effort to combat habitat loss. Timed with National Pollinator Week, which runs June 16-22, the agency announced the expansion of its program to cultivate native plant ecosystems. Nearly seven new acres of pollinator-friendly meadows […]

Maryland ranked among top ten most license plate-crazy states

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Your car says a lot about who you are, but in America, it’s not just about the make and model – it’s about what’s hanging on the back bumper. Custom license plates have become the ultimate way for drivers to show off their personality, crack a joke, or make a statement that follows them down every highway. Some states […]

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MDOT SHA to resurface 3,400 lane miles of pavement across Maryland

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) announced that it plans to improve nearly 3,400 lane miles of pavement across the state through patching and resurfacing efforts during the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026, which begins July 1st. This initiative is funded by $143.2 million allocated for a six-year capital program. The funding was made possible by […]

Crews to resurface Route 1 in Harford County