Freedom Federal Credit Union, Harford Community College announce #MyFightingOwlsFreedom contest winners

BEL AIR, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union, in collaboration with Harford Community College, on Monday announced the winners of the #MyFightingOwlsFreedom social media contest. The contest encouraged participants to share their stories of freedom and personal growth at Harford Community College. The #MyFightingOwlsFreedom contest ended with a five-day public voting period, in which the community voted through Facebook and Instagram for […]

Online threat against Perry Hall High School investigated, increased police presence expected on Friday

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Authorities are investigating a threat that was posted to social media this week that circulated among students at Perry Hall High School. The threat, which someone captured via a screenshot and posted online, reads, “[Expletive] this [expletive] school bro, sick and tired of [redacted]’s new rules. It [sic] all [expletive] and she’s gonna [sic] pay tomorrow for it…by the […]

Attorney General Brown, bipartisan coalition of Attorneys General sue Meta for harming youth mental health

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, along with 41 other state Attorneys General, filed a series of federal and state lawsuits against Meta, alleging that the company knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Instagram and its other social media platforms with the intent of addicting children and teens, while falsely assuring the public that these features are safe […]

Freedom Federal Credit Union announces #SummerofFreedomFCU winner

BEL AIR, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union recently concluded their fourth #SummerofFreedomFCU photo contest. Diane May, a science teacher at Patterson Mill Midde School in Harford County, won the grand prize of $1,000. May was on a roll, having just recently been awarded a Golden Apple Educator Award grant by Freedom for use in her science classroom. After the Golden Apple […]

Freedom Federal Credit Union, Harford Community College announce #MyFightingOwlsFreedom social media contest

BEL AIR, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union, in partnership with Harford Community College, has announced the launch of a new contest open to anyone connected to Harford Community College as a student, alumnus, employee, or parent. The #MyFightingOwlsFreedom contest invites participants to post a photo with a caption explaining how the college has helped them find freedom in their lives along […]

Baltimore County Department of Aging launches “Digital Senior Center” YouTube channel

TOWSON, MD—In celebration of the 60th anniversary of Older Americans Month, the Baltimore County Department of Aging has announced the launch of its new YouTube channel. The channel features original content covering topics such as new program initiatives, recorded webinars and educational materials to assist older individuals in maximizing their health and well-being. “This new channel offers a variety of […]

Hyundai, Kia launch campaign to prevent theft of millions of vehicles targeted by TikTok challenge

UPDATE: The Baltimore County Police Department has launched a public awareness campaign on this issue. Original story below… —— WASHINGTON—Hyundai and Kia have developed theft deterrent software for millions of their vehicles that lack an immobilizer and will provide it free of charge to vehicle owners. The software updates the theft alarm software logic to extend the length of the […]

Councilman Marks: Police ‘aware’ of social media post hyping large gathering at White Marsh Mall

UPDATE: THE AVENUE at White Marsh is temporarily updating its Youth Escort Policy, effective Friday. Original story below… —— WHITE MARSH, MD—Police in Baltimore County are “aware” of a social media post hyping a large gathering at White Marsh Mall this weekend, according to Councilman David Marks. The post, which circulated on Instagram this week, calls for individuals to “gather” […]