Maryland Department of Transportation releases $21.2 billion final six-year capital budget

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has released its $21.2 billion final six-year capital budget for fiscal years 2025-30. The budget fully funds and revives projects that prioritize safety and reliability while driving economic growth statewide. “Maryland deserves and demands to have a safe and reliable transportation system that is accessible for all to use and helps drive our ability […]

Taquitos sold at ALDI recalled over metal contamination concerns

BALTIMORE, MD—A brand of frozen chicken and cheese taquitos has been recalled over concerns about potential metal contamination, a federal agency announced. According to a news release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Bestway Sandwiches Inc. recalled around 24,870 pounds of the taquitos, which may be contaminated with pieces of metal. The recalled product was sold at ALDI grocery stores […]

Maryland invests $3.6M in land conservation, park upgrades

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works this week announced the allocation of $3.6 million in grants to enhance parks and safeguard land across the state. The funds will support various projects through the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), including land acquisition, park improvements, and the protection of natural resources through conservation easements. One of the most significant grants, totaling nearly […]

FREEDOM ROCKS 2024: FFCU’s epic night of music, fun, and giving back

ROSEDALE, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union, through the Freedom to Help Foundation, hosted its first-ever Freedom Rocks ’24 Bull and Shrimp Roast on Saturday, November 16, raising over $21,000 to support its mission of enriching the community. The event brought together attendees for a night filled with food, fun, and philanthropy at Boumi Shriners in Rosedale. The proceeds from the sold-out […]

Chesapeake Bay Foundation: Transmission line project threatens 500 acres of protected land

BALTIMORE, MD—A new report from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) suggests that a proposed Maryland transmission line project would threaten over 500 acres of protected land, including forests and wetlands. According to a Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) report, the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project, a proposed 70-mile transmission line through Baltimore, Carroll, and Frederick Counties, would threaten over 500 acres of […]

Maryland invests $20 million in historic revitalization

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced the awarding of $20 million in historic revitalization tax credits through the Maryland Historical Trust. The funding will support 10 projects totaling more than $236 million in estimated costs, including affordable housing, makerspaces, and community facilities. Moore emphasized the importance of preserving Maryland’s history. Moore declared, “Our history is our power.” “And in Maryland, […]

MPT’s Maryland Farm & Harvest show to feature locations in Harford County, Baltimore City

BALTIMORE, MD—The latest episode of Maryland Farm & Harvest, premiering Tuesday, November 19th, features locations in both Harford County and Baltimore City. Viewers can watch the episode on MPT-HD at 7 p.m., or online at mpt.org/livestream. A preview of the episode is available at mpt.org/farm. The episode begins at Evermore Farm in Westminster, Carroll County, before traveling to Pond View […]

Maryland 2024 Volunteer Fire Assistance grants help local firefighters enhance wildfire protection

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service has awarded Volunteer Fire Assistance grants to 55 volunteer fire departments across 18 counties in the state to help enhance wildland fire protection in rural communities, according to a press release. The grants were given to 55 volunteer fire departments out of 64 that applied for funding from the Maryland Forest […]