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NWS confirms 5 tornadoes touched down in Maryland on Wednesday

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has confirmed that five tornadoes touched down in Maryland on Wednesday evening. Forecasters confirm that twisters touched down in Poolesville (ending in Gaithersburg), Montgomery County; Columbia, Howard County; Arbutus (ending in Halethorpe), Baltimore County; Middle River, Baltimore County; and Eldersburg (ending in Gamber), Carroll County. All of the tornadoes were classified as EF-1, except for […]

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 […]

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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 […]

Maryland DNR announces $2.1 million in grants to protect land, expand recreational opportunities

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced grants totaling $2.1 million that will fund local government and land trust initiatives to protect land, expand recreational opportunities, and promote healthy outdoor lifestyles. The grants were approved by the state’s Board of Public Works and will support three projects, including the acquisition of 4.3 acres to expand the Brunswick Sports […]

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 […]

Maryland State Police seeking high school, college students for annual leadership seminar

Posted on April 16, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

SYKESVILLE, MD—Maryland State Police officials are now accepting applications for the fourth annual Leadership and Career Development Seminar. This event offers a unique opportunity for participants to learn more about the State Police as a potential career choice. The three-day program will run from July 12-14, 2024, and will be held at the Maryland State Police Training Academy in Sykesville. […]

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 […]

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