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Maryland reaches multistate $20 million settlement with mortgage servicing company over data breach

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BALTIMORE, MD—Bayview Asset Management, LLC, a mortgage company, and three of its affiliates have agreed to a $20 million settlement with 53 state regulators following a 2021 data breach that affected 5.8 million customers nationwide, including 124,000 in Maryland. The settlement, announced by the Maryland Department of Labor’s Office of Financial Regulation, addresses deficient cybersecurity practices and compliance failures by […]

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Governor Moore signs economic development executive orders

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed three executive orders this week to boost economic development and modernize state government. The orders focus on fostering the Advanced Air Mobility industry, expanding broadband access, and streamlining the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives. The first executive order (PDF) establishes the Maryland Advanced Air Mobility Council, which will lead the state’s efforts to capitalize […]

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Governor Moore launches Digital Infrastructure Group to advance statewide broadband expansion, boost revenue

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has established the Digital Infrastructure Group, an interagency partnership aimed at streamlining the development of broadband infrastructure across the state. The group, formed through an executive order (PDF) signed on January 7, will foster collaboration between state and county entities. This collaboration will lead to increased internet coverage, boost state revenue, eliminate financial inefficiencies, and […]

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Baltimore County Fire Department promotes seven members

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TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Fire Chief Joseph Dixon, Sr., announced the promotions of seven members to the ranks of Paramedic First Class and Fire Specialist. The newly promoted Paramedic First Class is Julie Mitchell. The newly promoted Fire Specialists are Kevin Abendschoen, Idris Anderson, Rebecca Roberts, Dennis Robinson, Deonte’ Terry, and Kylee Zbignewich. The promotions are effective January 11th. This article […]

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Thousands kick off New Year with First Day Hikes across Maryland

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BALTIMORE, MD—More than 5,200 visitors joined the annual First Day Hike tradition at Maryland State Parks on January 1, 2025. According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, more than 5,200 people participated in First Day Hikes across the state on New Year’s Day. Despite the windy and cold weather, the enthusiasm for stepping into a new year was warm. […]

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Maryland Board of Public Works approves $620K for land conservation in Harford County, Worcester County

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BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works on Wednesday announced the allocation of $620,000 in Rural Legacy grants to two counties for the protection of land with perpetual conservation easements. The grant funding was approved for Harford County and Worcester County. Harford County will secure a conservation easement on 41 forested acres in the Deer Creek Rural Legacy Area. The […]

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