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Cheswick Says MDOT Ocean City Safety 20230511

Maryland Department of Transportation and partners strive to keep pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists safe this summer in Ocean City

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Preparations are underway for the start of the upcoming beach season, and the Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration and Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office are again partnering with stakeholders to promote pedestrian, bicycle and driver safety in Ocean City. At a press conference on Thursday, the agencies were joined by representatives of the Town of Ocean […]

Peloton recalls over 2 million exercise bikes due to fall, injury risk

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON—Peloton is recalling over 2 million exercise bikes due to a fall and injury hazard. The company is recalling 2.2 million Peloton Bikes Model PL01 due to the fact that the bike’s seat post assembly can break during use, posing fall and injury hazards to the user. This recall involves Peloton Bikes with model number PL01. The Peloton Bike measures […]

How to avoid celebrity scams

Posted on May 10, 2023 by News Desk

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union. Celebrity scams prey on society’s trust in celebrities and the adulation many people have for the rich and famous. Unfortunately, celebrity scams are becoming increasingly common and can be challenging to spot. Here’s what you need to know about these scams and how to protect yourself from falling victim. […]

SD Biosensor Pilot COVID-19 At Home Test

COVID-19 tests recalled, declared unsafe due to presence of potentially harmful bacteria

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

SEOUL, South Korea—SD Biosensor, Inc. is requesting that consumers stop using and dispose of specific Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Tests in the U.S. because potentially harmful bacteria were found in the tube with liquid inside (pouch 2 of the kits). The affected tests can be identified by the lot number on the outer packaging and should be appropriately discarded. Dispose of […]

Maryland State Police Checkpoint Strikeforce

Maryland State Police issue 800 citations, arrest 34 impaired drivers over Cinco de Mayo weekend

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ESSEX, MD—The Maryland State Police partnered with local allied law enforcement agencies to conduct a cooperative high-visibility patrol initiative to combat dangerous driving over Cinco de Mayo weekend. Enforcement efforts were concentrated on driving behaviors that often lead to injuries or fatalities such as aggressive, distracted and impaired driving. During the course of the operation, police issued almost 800 citations […]

Maryland State Police to increase patrols, DUI enforcement efforts for Cinco de Mayo

Posted on May 2, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

PIKESVILLE, MD—Maryland State Police are reminding motorists to drive responsibly ahead of Cinco de Mayo weekend. In anticipation of an increase in impaired drivers this weekend, beginning with Cinco de Mayo on Friday, all 23 barracks across Maryland will ramp up enforcement efforts to combat impaired, distracted and aggressive driving. Troopers at each barrack, along with members of the State […]

Health officials urge Marylanders to guard against tickborne diseases

Posted on May 2, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Following Governor Wes Moore’s proclamation of May as Tickborne Disease Awareness Month in Maryland, the Maryland Department of Health this week launched a Tickborne Disease awareness campaign encouraging Marylanders to take simple precautions to prevent illness caused by infected ticks. The warmer spring weather means increased risk of tickborne disease transmission. In an effort to reduce the spread of […]

Coastal Flood Advisory issued for Baltimore area

Posted on April 28, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory covers southern Baltimore County and Baltimore City and will be in effect from 8 p.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023 through 6 a.m. on Saturday. Forecasters say up to one half foot of inundation above ground level is expected in low lying areas […]

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