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Long Green Valley Conservancy to acquire easement to protect mile-long stream buffer in Gunpowder River watershed

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A historical park, a playground, and trails at Emmitsburg’s Rainbow Lake are among the projects across the state that will receive millions in grants to help preserve Maryland’s natural resources and provide recreational opportunities for residents. The $4.5 million in grants approved Wednesday by the Maryland Board of Public Works will help local governments in Washington, Carroll, and Queen […]

Baltimore woman indicted for operating sex trafficking ring throughout Maryland

Posted on June 3, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore woman has been indicted on charges of running a sex trafficking ring throughout the state of Maryland. Attorney General Anthony G. Brown on Monday announced that Kenika Danielle Leach, 33, of Baltimore, has been indicted by a Washington County grand jury in a 135-count indictment. The charges stem from a two-year multi-agency investigation led by the Attorney […]

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Maryland State Board, MSDE honor 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—This week, the Maryland State Board of Education and Maryland State Department of Education held a special recognition ceremony for the 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year at the Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building. Each of the state’s 24 school systems selects a Teacher of the Year who exemplifies outstanding work as an educator. “So many Marylanders owe their […]

DNR: Baltimore County deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease in 2023

Posted on May 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources said 52 deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease in 2023. Of those, 49 came from Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, and Washington counties, with one coming from Baltimore and two from Montgomery. Chronic wasting disease is a neurological disease that affects deer, elk, and moose. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources said they monitor […]

Maryland State Board of Education appoints Dr. Carey Wright as next State Superintendent of Schools

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Board of Education voted unanimously on April 24 to appoint Dr. Carey Wright as the State Superintendent of Schools for the next four years. Wright was selected from a field of candidates that was narrowed down following a nationwide search process. “Our search yielded a candidate who brings decades of service as a teacher and systems […]

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Maryland to honor fallen Boonsboro Police Chief Kevin Morgan with lowered flags

Posted on April 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced that all state and federal buildings in Maryland will lower their flags to half-staff on Saturday, April 20 to honor the life of Boonsboro Police Chief Kevin Eugene Morgan. Chief Morgan died on April 13 after suffering a medical emergency while on duty. The flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset. “Chief Morgan […]

Black bears are out: Maryland residents urged to take precautions

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—As spring officially starts in Maryland, the black bears are starting to come out of their dens. After a long winter, they are hungry and looking for food. The bears rely on their sense of smell to find food, and they are attracted to anything that sounds like food, including birdseed, chicken feed, dog food, and even trash. The […]

Maryland State Police to increase patrols over St. Patrick’s Day weekend

Posted on March 14, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police will increase patrols over St. Patrick’s Day weekend in an effort to reduce drunk driving, officials say. According to state police, the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort team will be working this weekend to help reduce alcohol-related injuries and fatalities. The team is made up of specially trained troopers tasked with identifying impaired drivers. The […]