Maryland approves funding for adaptive boating center in Annapolis
The Board of Public Works unanimously approved $1.8 million on Wednesday for an adaptive boating center that will provide opportunities for sailing to people with disabilities. The funding is coming...
View ArticleDried and gone to heaven: Baltimore florists embrace arid new design trend
Alyssa Zygmunt, co-owner of The Greenhouse, thinks that low-maintenance, long-lasting dried flowers are well suited to the tastes and needs of customers amid the coronavirus pandemic.
View ArticleShare your coronavirus story: How to add your voice to our coverage of...
To capture the widespread impact of COVID-19 in Maryland, we are making direct appeals to readers to be a part of our coverage. Responses to the prompts below supplement other reporting methods,...
View ArticleMore Maryland unemployment claims have come from out of state than from any...
State releases comprehensive unemployment claims data broken down by ZIP-code and industry.
View ArticleDowntown Sykesville Connection planning fall events to highlight town,...
Julie Della-Maria, executive director for Downtown Sykesville Connection, said the town has tried to collaborate with its Main Street merchants amid the pandemic. And some new events are in the works,...
View ArticleBaltimore man is second arrested in connection to Brooklyn Park area hotel...
A Baltimore man has been arrested as the second suspect in a shooting that happened on Aug. 7. at a Brooklyn Park area hotel, Anne Arundel County police said.
View ArticleCal Ripken Jr. broke baseball’s Iron Man record 25 years ago. Until last...
Ripken’s remembrances are so dear that, until last month, he refused to watch the tape of the game for fear it would blot them out. “The night was so special that I wanted it to be my memories — and I...
View ArticleHoward County police announce increased reward for information in fatal...
Howard County police on Thursday announced an increased reward of up to $20,000 for information in connection to the September 2017 homicide of Meiko Locksley, the son of Maryland football coach Mike...
View ArticleHanser Alberto selected as Orioles’ nominee for Roberto Clemente Award
The Orioles announced Thursday that infielder Hanser Alberto was their nominee for the 2020 Roberto Clemente Award, the yearly honor that recognizes a player for his success on the field and...
View ArticleRavens quarterback Lamar Jackson downplays groin injury, says he’s hungry for...
Lamar Jackson feels fully healthy, and he’s had enough of playing only against his Ravens teammates. The reigning NFL Most Valuable Player downplayed a groin injury that caused him to miss two straight...
View ArticleCarroll County Public Library eliminates overdue fines
The new policy ensures that all members of our community have equitable access to CCPL’s resources and services, while eliminating the financial barrier of overdue fines.
View ArticleWes Moore takes on director role at Under Armour
Wes Moore, a best-selling Baltimore author and head of Robin Hood Foundation, has been named to Under Armour's board of directors, the sports apparel maker said Thursday.
View ArticleHarriet G. Bank, founding nutritionist for Meals on Wheels of Central...
Harriet G. Bank, the founding nutritionist for Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, has died at 98.
View ArticleColumbia Association lowers rates for child care program beginning next week
The Columbia Association has lowered its rates for child care as the public school system in Howard County has gone virtual for the fall semester amid the coronavirus pandemic.
View ArticleGrand Central, longtime Mount Vernon gay club, to permanently close after...
Grand Central was fined $200 for the coronavirus-related violation, but its owners decided to shut down the restaurant weeks earlier than planned to "ensure 100% compliance with liquor laws."
View ArticleJune Park, who owned a Charles Village cleaning and tailoring business, dies
June Park, who came to the U.S. from Korea and operated a Charles Village tailoring and cleaning business, has died at 86.
View ArticleHoward County teacher arrested, charged with sexually abusing student
A Howard County teacher and lacrosse coach has been arrested and charged with the sexual abuse of a student, the Howard County Police Department said Thursday.
View ArticleTenant advocates say lease terms at Towson student housing complex are...
A 13-floor student housing complex Aspen Heights Towson still has not received its occupancy permit due to construction delays, meaning hundreds of students already paying rent still have no firm...
View ArticleHarford’s parents, legislators voice concerns and opposition to virtual...
A collection of legislators and parents voiced their opposition Thursday to Harford County Public Schools’ plan to begin classes virtually in the 2020-2021 school year.
View ArticleMarylanders still waiting for extra jobless aid should get priority for new...
U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen says frustrated Marylanders who have waited months to receive $600 in now-expired extra unemployment benefits should get priority for the new $300 in additional jobless aid...
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