BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Natural Resources Police took action to stop illegal hunting during the state’s annual black bear hunt, held October 21-26 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. Officers cited several hunters who, although legally permitted to participate in the hunt, were unlawfully using bait to attract and lure bears. While baiting is legal for white-tailed deer in Maryland on […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—A local soccer coach has been arrested after police say he secretly recorded a minor in his home. On Monday November 4, 2024, detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department arrested and charged 42-year-old Nicholas Fioravanti. Detectives say Fioravanti placed recording devices inside two areas of his home including a bedroom and bathroom. Fioravanti, who was a volunteer soccer […]
ESSEX, MD—The Rocky Point Golf Course clubhouse will undergo a significant expansion and renovation, Baltimore County officials announced this week. The 1971 clubhouse will be transformed into a more modern and contemporary space with approximately 12,000 square feet. The $8.25 million project will be funded by Baltimore County and the Baltimore County Revenue Authority. The project will feature a new […]
ROSEDALE, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Department of Recreation and Parks officials on Tuesday joined elected officials, community members, and gaming enthusiasts to open Baltimore County’s newest Recreation Activity Center (RAC) in Rosedale. Located alongside McCormick Elementary School, the new facility focuses on recreational, social, and wellness opportunities for residents and provides dedicated esports programming for all ages. “We […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A Caroline County man has become the 14th person to earn a Master Angler Milestone Award since the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) FishMaryland program began in 2019. Jeremy Elmore, 36, of Preston, caught ten trophy-sized fish of different species in Maryland waters to qualify for the award. Elmore said he started fishing at a young age with […]
BALTIMORE, MD—With the kickoff of the 2024 football season in September, Maryland’s sports wagering market had the most successful month in its nearly three-year history, generating $9,379,598 in contributions to the state from a handle of $532,866,676. Sports wagering contributions go to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. Maryland’s first retail sportsbooks opened in December […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources confirms that Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease is spreading in white-tailed deer statewide. The virus is often fatal to deer and is spread through the bites of tiny flying midges. While the disease poses no threat to humans, DNR advises hunters not to eat deer that have large, open sores. EHD is common throughout the […]
UPDATE: Fan Outfitters has officially opened its doors. Original story below. WHITE MARSH, MD—THE AVENUE at White Marsh is losing one store and gaining another. Famous Footwear will close its store on THE AVENUE this month, officials announced this week. Fan Outfitters will soon be located in that space. Fan Outfitters carries local pro and college fan gear and is […]