Friday, April 30, 2021

Ben Cleveland NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Baltimore Ravens OL

HEIGHT: 6'6 1/4" WEIGHT: 343 POSITIVES —Enormous frame with a barrel chest, broad shoulders and a rocked up, well-rounded build —Generates consistent ...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2931265-ben-cleveland-nfl-draft-2021-scouting-report-for-baltimore-ravens-ol

Rashod Bateman: I Can Bring Everything Lamar Jackson Needs to Ravens Offense

The Baltimore Ravens selected Minnesota wideout Rashod Bateman with the No. 27 overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday night, and the receiver plans to make star quarterback Lamar Jackson 's life easier...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2942202-rashod-bateman-i-can-bring-everything-lamar-jackson-needs-to-ravens-offense

MD Dream Homes: $3.5M Bethesda French Villa; Hogan's New Mansion

A Loudoun County historic landmark. A saltwater pool at an Annapolis stunner. Two decks in Dundalk. A private pier in Fredericksburg.

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Lamar Jackson's $23.1M 5th-Year Contract Option Exercised by Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens have picked up quarterback Lamar Jackson 's fifth-year option worth a reported $23 million, the team announced Friday...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2942171-lamar-jacksons-231m-5th-year-contract-option-exercised-by-ravens

Gusts Up To 60 MPH Prompt High Wind Warning In Maryland

A high wind warning issued for Maryland Friday calls for widespread power outages, according to the National Weather Service.

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2nd Annual Virtual Mental Health Mile Hosted By BCPS In May

Mental Health Awareness Month is in May and BCPS is holding a variety of activities including the Virtual Mental Health Mile.

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Learn About Native Birds During 2021 Maryland Park Quest

An annual tradition, Maryland Park Quest will follow a do-it-yourself format this year due to the ongoing pandemic and focuses on birds.

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Thursday, April 29, 2021

Jayson Oweh Drafted by Ravens: Baltimore's Updated Depth Chart After Round 1

The Baltimore Ravens grabbed outside linebacker Jayson Oweh with the No. 31 overall pick Thursday night, bolstering their defense after taking wideout Rashod Bateman with the No...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2942054-jayson-oweh-drafted-by-ravens-baltimores-updated-depth-chart-after-round-1

Jayson Oweh NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Baltimore Ravens Edge

HEIGHT: 6'4 7/8" WEIGHT: 257 POSITIVES —Secure tackler, which should transition well should he play 3-4 outside linebacker...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2931249-jayson-oweh-nfl-draft-2021-scouting-report-for-baltimore-ravens-edge

Rashod Bateman Drafted by Ravens: Baltimore's Updated Depth Chart After Round 1

The Baltimore Ravens have selected University of Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman with the 27th overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft. The 21-year-old only made five appearances for the Golden Gophers in 2020...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2932490-rashod-bateman-drafted-by-ravens-baltimores-updated-depth-chart-after-round-1

Dez Bryant Tells Aaron Rodgers to Call Him If Packers Trade QB Amid Rumors

Free agent wide receiver Dez Bryant doesn't want to play with the Green Bay Packers , but he apparently wouldn't mind playing alongside Aaron Rodgers ...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2941956-dez-bryant-tells-aaron-rodgers-to-call-him-if-packers-trade-qb-amid-rumors

Summer Virtual Dance Intensive Offered To BCPS Students

The first ever summer virtual dance intensive will be held July 6-9 for BCPS students in grades 5th through 12th.

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11,491 ​New MD Unemployment Claims Tallied Mark 20.7% Increase

An additional 11,491 Marylanders applied for first-time jobless benefits last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.81M.

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NFL Draft 2021: Start Time, When The Baltimore Ravens Pick

The Baltimore Ravens will be on the clock for their first selection in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

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Hogans Buy $1.1M Mansion In Davidsonville

Gov. Larry Hogan and his wife Yumi bought a $1.1 million mansion in Davidsonville. Here's a look at their purchase.

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As MD Temps Seesaw, High Wind Watch Issued

Temperatures will seesaw, with a 40-degree swing between Thursday and Sunday in Maryland, according to the National Weather Service.

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Two Decks On $439K Dundalk Home Overlook Water

The backyard of this lovely Dundalk home gently slopes toward Chink Creek and has two decks that overlook the water.

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MD Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate, Ends Outside Dining Restrictions

Breaking: Masks are no longer required outside, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said Wednesday. He also lifted outdoor dining restrictions.

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16 MD Jurisdictions In Coronavirus Red Zone: White House Report

More than half of Maryland's jurisdictions are in the red zone — meaning high virus spread — in the latest White House report on COVID-19.

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

All MD Schools To Offer In-Person Learning For Fall 2021

Public schools in Maryland must offer in-person instruction this fall, the Maryland State Board of Education ruled.

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Harbaugh: Lamar Jackson's 5th-Year Contract Option Will Be Exercised by Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens haven't picked up the fifth-year option on Lamar Jackson's contract yet, but head coach John Harbaugh put any doubts to rest in an appearance Tuesday on the Rich Eisen Show ...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2941503-harbaugh-lamar-jacksons-5th-year-contract-option-will-be-exercised-by-ravens

REAL ID Deadline Extended Again For Maryland, Rest Of U.S.

Maryland and U.S. residents have an extra 19 months to get their REAL ID after the Department of Homeland Security delayed the deadline.

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How Many Baltimore County Residents Are Vaccinated: April 27

More than 41% of Baltimore County's population has received their first COVID-19 dose as of April 27.

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BCPS To Host Virtual Summer Music Camps July 6-9

One camp will focus on learning to play the ukulele while the songwriting camp will help aspiring songsters craft music.

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Maryland Keeps Same 8 Congressional Seats After 2020 U.S. Census

Census officials found the population in Maryland has increased since 2010. The state will keep its eight U.S. House seats.

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311 Outage Hits Baltimore County, Officials Say

BREAKING: A Verizon outage is impacting Baltimore County, according to authorities.

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Monday, April 26, 2021

Maryland Is Among Nation's ‘Most Improved' For Vaccine Equity: Report

Maryland is one of just seven states to cut its Black vaccine equity gap in half, according to a Bloomberg analysis posted Thursday.

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World Renowned Ethiopian Dancer To Chat Online With BCPS Students

Melaku Belay will be speaking from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, as part of the World Culture in Context initiative through BCPS.

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Confirmed Coronavirus Case Total In Baltimore County At 62,652

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 443,814 confirmed cases.

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Ravens Rumors: Baltimore 'Definitely Targeting' WR in Round 1 of 2021 NFL Draft

The Baltimore Ravens are "definitely targeting a wide receiver" with one of their two first-round picks in the 2021 NFL draft, according to Todd McShay of ESPN. The Ravens already had the No...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2941301-ravens-rumors-baltimore-definitely-targeting-wr-in-round-1-of-2021-nfl-draft

Full Pink Supermoon: When To See 1st Of 3 Over Maryland

April’s full pink moon is the first of three consecutive supermoons that will shine big and bright over Maryland. The first rises tonight.

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Ravens' Top 2021 NFL Draft Targets

The Baltimore Ravens head into the 2021 NFL draft with as many needs as they have had in the past few years. They still don't have a legitimate No...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2941182-ravens-top-2021-nfl-draft-targets

Sunday, April 25, 2021

6 MD Jurisdictions Get 'F' For Air Quality

The American Lung Association graded the air quality in Maryland jurisdictions.

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Anti-Asian Hate In Maryland Doubles Since 2018: Hogan's Office

Hate crimes targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Maryland have more than doubled since 2018, according to Gov. Hogan’s office.

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Gone For 9 Months, Dog Found In Baltimore Reunited With CT Family

Fisher the Boston terrier went missing July 4, 2020, while his family was in Ocean City on vacation. They never gave up hope of finding him.

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Missing In Maryland: 5 People Have Disappeared

Have you seen any of these people? They have been reported missing.

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Saturday, April 24, 2021

17-Year Cicadas A Call For MD Citizen Scientists To Help In Count

With the Cicada Safari app, researchers aim for the largest data set yet as billions of Brood X 17-year cicadas emerge in Maryland in May.

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MD Sees Biggest Drop Of COVID Cases, J&J Vaccine Usage Resumes

Maryland saw a 43% drop in new COVID-19 cases last week, the biggest drop in the country, said Gov. Larry Hogan. J&J shots will resume.

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University System Of Maryland Requires COVID-19 Vaccination

While religious and medical exemptions will apply, the University System of Maryland will mandate vaccination against COVID-19.

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Friday, April 23, 2021

MD J&J Vaccine Pause: CDC To Consider Resuming Use Nationwide

A key federal committee recommended the CDC lift the pause of the Johnson & Johnson single-dose COVID-19 vaccine in Maryland and nationally.

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Chiefs', Ravens' Updated Depth Charts, Draft Picks After Orlando Brown Jr. Trade

After failing to land a starting offensive tackle in free agency, the Kansas City Chiefs made their big move to address the position by reportedly acquiring...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10001812-chiefs-ravens-updated-depth-charts-draft-picks-after-orlando-brown-jr-trade

Fans Can Take A Free COVID Test At Orioles Home Games

The Orioles program noted that testing is not required for admittance to games.

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Report: Ravens Expected to Sign Alejandro Villanueva After Orlando Brown Trade

The Baltimore Ravens are moving quickly to replace Orlando Brown Jr., as they are reportedly expected to sign free-agent offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva ...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2929240-report-ravens-expected-to-sign-alejandro-villanueva-after-orlando-brown-trade

MD Dream Homes: $1.3M English Farmhouse; Swanky Pad With Rooftop

An eight-bedroom home with a basketball court. A pricey rowhouse with two rooftop decks. An idyllic farmhouse with two master suites.

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Fire Risk Found With 650 Mobile Hotspots Used By BCPS Students

Once Baltimore County Public Schools has secured replacement hotspots, families will be notified how to exchange them.

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Solar Project To Replace 35% Of Baltimore County's Power Use

Solar panel arrays installed at 2 closed county landfills should generate the equivalent of 35 percent of the electricity used by the county

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Orlando Brown Jr. Trade Rumors: Talks Involving Ravens OT 'Heating Up' Before Draft

Less than one week from the start of the 2021 NFL draft, the Baltimore Ravens are reportedly ramping up their efforts to engage other teams in trade talks for...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10001768-orlando-brown-jr-trade-rumors-talks-involving-ravens-ot-heating-up-before-draft

Thursday, April 22, 2021

Harriett Tubman's Childhood Home Remnants Found In MD

Remains of the home of the father of famed Maryland abolitionist Harriett Tubman have been found in Dorchester County, officials said.

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Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Pillars Accent $339K Dundalk Home

The gourmet kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite counters and tiled backsplash.

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Freeze Warning, Frost Advisory Issued For Much Of Maryland

Temperatures will be in the 30s in Maryland Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

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MD Jobless Claims Fall To Lowest Level Since Late Last Year

In Maryland, first-time unemployment claims dropped to their lowest level since September 2020. But the market's recovery has a ways to go.

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Maryland Music Venues Struggle To Stay Afloat In Pandemic

Independent music venues continue to struggle financially to survive even as Maryland eases pandemic restrictions and vaccine accessibility.

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Proposal For Third Bay Bridge Span Should Be Put ‘On Hold': Pittman

Drivers traveling eastbound through Anne Arundel County toward the Bay Bridge have faced backups. One leader says a 3rd span isn't needed.

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Cops Out Of Schools, Vaccine Plant Issues, Earth Day: Nearby News

Top MD news includes a halt at a vaccine plant, Earth Day events, snobbiest state, and cops out of schools. How to share your news, events.

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Snobbiest U.S. States: How Much Attitude Does Maryland Have?

If you live in Maryland, enjoy wine, and have a college degree, you might be a snob, according to a new ranking by career website Zippia.

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Hogan Adds Vaccine Outreach To Immunize All Marylanders

Maryland has given 4 million doses of the coronavirus vaccine. Gov. Larry Hogan announced his plans to immunize the remaining residents.

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Legislation To Create Community Support Fund Passes

The fund would be used for various projects, which allows the county to work with nonprofits and not tap into the general fund.

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

BCPS Moving To Four In-Person Days For Some On May 10 or 17

Expansion plans include all elementary students, public separate day school students and priority middle schoolers.

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Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations Now In Dundalk

More eateries in Dundalk may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.

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National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Activities April 18-24

Events will be held across Baltimore County to raise awareness about crime victims’ rights, protections and services.

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$4.2M Budget Proposal For Baltimore County Supports Schools

The budget provides record funding for education for the third year in a row.

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Monday, April 19, 2021

3,300 State Employees Moving To Downtown Baltimore: Hogan

The relocation will provide a "shot in the arm" to an area facing increased office vacancies, the governor said at a Monday news conference.

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Confirmed Coronavirus Case Total In Baltimore County At 61,095

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 436,659 confirmed cases.

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Lamar Jackson Discussed New Contract with Ravens GM Eric DeCosta This Offseason

Lamar Jackson is going to be the quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens for a long, long time. But with Jackson entering the fourth year of his rookie contract, questions will start to emerge regarding his next deal with the team...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2940431-lamar-jackson-discussed-new-contract-with-ravens-gm-eric-decosta-this-offseason

The Superintendent's Gallery To Showcase BCPS Student Artwork

The gallery will feature 24 juried student artworks from 18 Baltimore County Public Schools across the county.

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Ravens Rumors: Steelers FA OT Alejandro Villanueva to Visit Baltimore

Free-agent offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva is reportedly planning to visit the Baltimore Ravens this week, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2940401-ravens-rumors-steelers-fa-ot-alejandro-villanueva-to-visit-baltimore

Sunday, April 18, 2021

Fourth Wave Of Virus, New Mural, Mass Vaccination: Top MD News

Mass vaccination sites opening, police reform approved in Annapolis, foot found and more were among the week's top stories on MD Patches.

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2 In MD On Best Companies To Work For List In 2021: Fortune

The Fortune 100 list includes the top companies ranked by their employees. Two Maryland companies made the cut.

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Missing In Maryland: 5 People Have Disappeared

Three teens, a man last seen near a hospital and an 86-year-old woman have been reported missing this month.

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Saturday, April 17, 2021

MD Good News: New At Zoo, Amazon Grocery, Charming Small City

Good news stories to make you smile include best brewery, 2 white rhinos at zoo, the safest state, Medieval Times reopens, MD billionaires.

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Lyrid Meteor Shower Brings Fireballs To MD Skies For 2 Weeks

The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Maryland. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.

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Ravens Players Announce They Won't Participate in Voluntary OTA Workouts

Baltimore Ravens player became the latest group Saturday to announced they will skip their team's voluntary in-person workouts this offseason...

from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2940178-ravens-players-announce-they-wont-participate-in-voluntary-ota-workouts

Worst Drivers In America: Here's Where Maryland Ranks

A study of the country's worst drivers factored in DUI arrests, accident fatalities, lack of insurance. Here's how Maryland drivers rank.

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Friday, April 16, 2021

One-Time Premium Pay Awarded To Baltimore County Employees

These one-time premium payments will be funded through Baltimore County’s American Rescue Plan Act allocation.

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Filthy Rich Maryland Billionaires Got Wealthier During Pandemic

Maryland billionaires joined Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and others whose wealth increased during the pandemic. But 2 billionaires lost wealth.

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Patapsco High School Student Wins National Writing Contest

The junior literary arts student's poem was among thousands of entries received from across the country.

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MD Dream Homes: $1.9M Penthouse; $1M Waterfront Escape

A gorgeous Colonial with a guest house. A charming Cape Cod with an outdoor fireplace. A $1.4 million home with an in-ground swimming pool.

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Thursday, April 15, 2021

Maryland's Individual Tax Forms For 2020 Filing Year Now Ready

The Maryland tax filing deadline was extended by three months​ to July 15 due to legislation passed that required forms to be revised.

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Sturdy Brick Dundalk Townhome Features New Amenities

The partially finished basement could be remodeled to accommodate a third bedroom or to create additional living space.

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MD Police Reform, COVID Aid, Sports Betting Enacted By Lawmakers

Measures including a COVID-19 relief plan, police reform, repeal of the state song and athletes' rights were enacted by MD lawmakers.

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10,314 ​New MD Unemployment Claims Tallied Mark 7.3% Increase

An additional 10,314 Marylanders applied for first-time jobless benefits last week, pushing the total number of filings to more than 1.78M.

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Highlights Of Baltimore County's Proposed $4.2 Billion Budget

Restoring bulk trash pickup, adding positions to BCPS and other investments are built into the Baltimore County executive's proposed budget.

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

More Than Half Of Maryland Adults Have Received COVID-19 Shot

Maryland ranks 13th in the nation for vaccinating its adult population.

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BCPS Wins National Music Award For 16th Consecutive Year

The award goes to schools that demonstrate outstanding achievement in providing music access and education to all students.

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How Many Baltimore County Residents Are Vaccinated: April 14

More than 35% of Baltimore County's population has received their first COVID-19 dose as of April 14.

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New ‘Best State’ Survey: See Where Maryland Ranks

Maryland falls behind Virginia in a new ranking of the best states in the country. See where the home of blue crabs and the Preakness ranks.

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Surprise Mom This Mother's Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Patch invites its readers to share their favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo with their Mother's Day 2021 sentiments on Patch.

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New Affordable Housing Work Group Formed In Baltimore County

The newly formed affordable housing work group will review progress to date, examine ongoing challenges and develop recommendations.

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$10K Memorial Donation Given To BCPS Education Foundation

The donation was awarded in memoriam of Ross Mackesey, former president of the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors.

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Drug, Alcohol Use Jumps 16 Percent During Pandemic In Maryland

Opioids were involved in 90.1% of all substance use-related intoxication fatalities in MD in 2020, a higher annual proportion of such deaths

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MDTA Services Paused While New System Brought Online

DriveEzMD will feature a new website, web chat, expanded customer call center, new toll payment choices, text notifications and more.

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Baltimore County Discontinues Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

Baltimore County will stop using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine after federal health authorities said it needs a review.

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Feds Pause Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine In MD, Across US

The vaccine produced by Johnson & Johnson has been put on hold because of blood-clot concerns, according to the FDA and CDC.

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Monday, April 12, 2021

Confirmed Coronavirus Case Total In Baltimore County At 59,201

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 427,715 confirmed cases.

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All MD Residents 16 And Up Can Get COVID-19 Vaccines

Starting Monday, eligibility expanded in Maryland for the COVID-19 vaccine. Here is how to register.

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Virtual STEM Night Planned For BCPS Students April 25

The free event will take place April 25 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and students can register online.

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$12M Set Aside For Senior Center Projects In Baltimore County

Projects include the expansion of the existing Woodlawn Senior Center and plans to build a new dedicated senior center.

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Cash-Rich Ghost Kitchens Use Pandemic To Expand: MD Restaurants

New restaurants are popping up weekly across Maryland. Many owners brought in cash by doing delivery only during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Hogan's Vetoes Of Police Reform Bills Overridden; Body Cameras Required

A package of police reform measures that require body cameras and more is now law in Maryland, after Gov. Hogan's vetoes were overridden.

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Sunday, April 11, 2021

Allergy Forecast For Baltimore County: Expected Pollen Rates

Allergy sufferers beware, as high risk of allergy symptoms are expected in the area in the coming days.

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Cicadas Swarm And Copperheads: Yes, It's A Thing In Maryland

When billions of Brood X 17-year cicadas emerge this spring in Maryland, copperhead snakes may be waiting to dine on them.

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Missing In Maryland: 3 People Have Disappeared

A man suffering from cognitive impairment and a teen last seen getting in a ride-share vehicle are among those missing from Maryland.

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Saturday, April 10, 2021

Summer 2021 Weather Forecast For Maryland: Farmers Almanac

Will we have scorching heat or soggy skies? Here's what the MD summer 2021 weather is expected to be like, according to the Farmers Almanac.

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Fake COVID-19 Vaccine Card Scam In MD: What You Should Know

MD Attorney General Brian Frosh joined 45 other state AGs in calling for tech companies to crack down on the sale of fake vaccine cards.

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Friday, April 9, 2021

Maryland's Fallen Heroes Day Ceremony Will Be Live-Streamed May 7

This year’s event will honor first responders lost within the last 2 years since the pandemic prompted last year's ceremony to be canceled.

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MD Sets Vaccination Record Before Slowdown In Doses: Gov. Hogan

As mass vaccination sites ramp up, Gov. Larry Hogan updated Marylanders on a timeline for vaccinating, plus a problem in the supply chain.

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BCPS Launches Automated Event Manager System To Rent Facilities

There is a video on the school website that walks users through the new application process to rent BCPS outdoor facilities.

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Adorable Adoptable Pets Of The Week For Baltimore County

This pet and others are searching for their forever homes. They currently are at Baltimore County Animal Services.

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Last Day Of School For BCPS Changed For 2020–2021 Academic Year

The Baltimore County Board of Education voted this week to approve the last day of school as June 22 for all students except seniors.

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Thursday, April 8, 2021

Completely Renovated Dundalk Home Boasts Big Yard

The finished lower level has ample space for the rec room and an office room.

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Balloon Ban, Bay Bridge 3rd Span, Vaccine Passport: Nearby News

Top MD news includes $1M lottery ticket, balloon release ban, Bay Bridge expansion, vaccine passport survey. How to share your news, events.

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Marylanders Make Vaccine Website To Find Available Appointments

Three Marylanders made a website to help locals find coronavirus vaccine appointments. Here's how it works.

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JuJu Smith-Schuster Says He Almost Signed with Chiefs Before Steelers FA Contract

Balloon Releases To Be Banned In MD Under Bill

Legislation banning balloon releases in Maryland heads to the governor's desk for his signature.

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First-Time Unemployment Claims Across Maryland Plummet Again

9,612 first-time claims were filed last week, which represents a second straight drop after more than 25,000 claims were filed March 20.

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Proposed Bay Bridge Crossing Site The Focus Of Public Hearings

The MDTA is accepting comments on an environmental impact study for a proposed third span for the Bay Bridge. Here's how to file comments.

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Orioles Opening Day: Traffic, Game Time, Coronavirus Measures

Here's what to know about the Baltimore Orioles home opener in Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

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Baltimore County’s Emergency Crisis Response Programs To Expand

Baltimore County will expand the police department’s mobile crisis teams and create a 9-1-1 call center clinician program.

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BCPS Internet Issues Reported Thursday

Officials say both students and staff in Baltimore County Public Schools may have problems with internet Thursday, April 8.

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Distracted Driving Enforcement Planned In Maryland April 8

Using the phone, eating, drinking and adjusting the stereo can make drivers distracted, which police will be on the lookout for Thursday.

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Vaccine Passports: Should MD Require Proof Of Immunization?

Some Marylanders wonder if businesses should require customers to be vaccinated. What do you think? Let us know in our survey.

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Maryland Bill Could Repeal Some Jury Disqualifications

A Maryland bill would allow people sentenced to more than one year of incarceration or with pending charges to serve on a jury.

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COVID-19 Survey Deadline Extended To April 12: United Ways In MD

All Marylanders are asked to complete the United Ways in Maryland COVID-19 Survey, which had an original deadline of April 5.

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Celebrate School Library Month With BCPS

Throughout the month, Baltimore County Public Schools library media specialists will promote books and celebrate their profession.

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How Many Baltimore County Residents Are Vaccinated: April 7

More than 33% of Baltimore County's population has received their first COVID-19 dose as of April 7.

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MD Schools Reopening Survey: 56% Want 5 Days In Person This Fall

As most Maryland school districts begin to offer some form of in-person learning, readers weighed in on fall classes, vaccines and more.

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CDC Awards Maryland $54.6 Million To Boost Vaccine Distribution, Equity

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced roughly $54.6 million to ramp up vaccine efforts in Maryland Tuesday.

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

10 MD Billionaires Make Forbes 2021 List Of Wealthiest In US

Forbes released its 2021 World's Billionaires List. Their fortunes rose more than $5 trillion. See which MD billionaires are on the list.

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Crash Jams Traffic On I-695 Near I-95 Tuesday

Breaking: A crash has tangled traffic on I-695 near the exit for I-95 Tuesday afternoon in Baltimore County.

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3 Million COVID-19 Vaccines Given To Marylanders: April 6

Maryland ranks 15th in the nation for daily rate of doses administered.

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MD Active Assailant Interdisciplinary Work Group Launches Website

The site features resources as to how to best prepare schools, homes, houses of worship and businesses for an active assailant incident.

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Dundalk Man Killed In Car Accident: Police

The accident occurred early Tuesday morning on northbound MD 295 at West Nursery Road in Linthicum Heights.

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Suspect Dead, 2 Critically Injured In Frederick Shooting: Police

Police say a 38-year-old man shot two people in Frederick before heading to Fort Detrick. The suspect was fatally shot at the military base.

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Maryland's Coronavirus Response Ranks Among Best In US: Index

Maryland's quick action to curb the spread of coronavirus last year ranked it in the most effective in the U.S., according to an analysis.

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Monday, April 5, 2021

All-Star Bid, Baby Killed In Crash, Restaurant Week: Nearby News

Top FL news includes rhinos at MD Zoo, Baltimore Co Restaurant Week, UMBC coach, Orioles seek All-Star game. How to share your news, events.

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Sammy Watkins: Lamar Jackson Can Be Elite QB If Ravens WRs Get Open

Two Southern White Rhinos Arrive At Maryland Zoo

Southern white rhinos are classified as “near threatened” by the IUCN, the world’s leading conservation organization.

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UMBC Men's Basketball Coach Odom Leaving For Utah State

Odom's coaching record at UMBC stands at 97-60. He's been at UMBC since 2016.

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Orioles Program Takes A Swing At Hosting All-Star Game

Georgia's new election law has sparked national controversy and prompted the MLB to pull the All-Star Game out of Atlanta.

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Hogan To Provide COVID-19 Vaccine Update At 4 P.M.

Gov. Larry Hogan is expected to provide an update on Maryland's COVID-19 vaccination plan on Monday at 4 p.m. Here's how to tune in.

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Baltimore County Restaurant Week Runs From April 16 To May 2

For the first time, Baltimore County will hold a spring restaurant week.

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Confirmed Coronavirus Case Total In Baltimore County At 57,222

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 418,188 confirmed cases.

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Fair Election Fund Work Group To Evaluate Public Financing System

The group will evaluate the possibility of a public financing system for candidates running for County Council and county executive.

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1 Maryland Brewery Ranks Among Best in Nation

In a report by the Brewers Association, one Maryland-based brewery scored a top spot based on sales volume.

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Sunday, April 4, 2021

MD Good News: Domino Sugar Sign, Safest Towns, Spring Break Ideas

Good news stories to make you smile include new Domino Sugar sign, the safest MD towns, midshipmen help others, 38 spring break activities.

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Don't Hoard Local News; Share Maryland Patch With Friends

Share your love of local and regional news with a friend. Tell them to subscribe to Patch. It's free.

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Forecast Prompts Fire Alert For Parts Of Maryland

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement about fire and smoking materials.

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This Week's Dundalk High School Sports Schedule

See the schedule for upcoming prep games being played in the Dundalk area.

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What To Make With Those Leftover Hard-Boiled Easter Eggs

When the Easter Bunny brings you eggs for days, here are a few tasty ways to enjoy aside from a typical, uninspired egg salad.

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O’s Pitcher Shawn Armstrong Welcomes Baby Boy For Opening Day

One of the Baltimore Orioles had another reason to celebrate this week as the Major League Baseball season began.

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Saturday, April 3, 2021

16 Restaurants Open For Dine-In, To Go On Easter 2021 In MD

Whether dining out or at home, specials can be found at restaurant chains this Easter in Maryland.

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Aldi, Wegmans, Harris Teeter: MD Grocery Store Hours For Easter

Whole Foods, Costco, Harris Teeter, Target, Walmart, Trader Joe's, Aldi, Giant Food: Check Maryland grocery store hours for Easter 2021.

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New MD Daily Vaccine Record, 60K COVID-19 Shots On Average

Efforts to ramp up COVID-19 vaccine distribution set another single-day record, plus how to sign up for mass vaccination sites in Maryland.

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Friday, April 2, 2021

Orioles, Baltimore Support Moving All Star Game Out Of Georgia

The Baltimore Orioles organization and the city's mayor support Major League Baseball's decision to move the All Star game out of Atlanta.

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Live Easter Bunnies Are A Bad Idea, Options In Baltimore County

Rabbits are the third most abandoned pet at animal shelters. But there are plenty of pets in Baltimore County waiting for adoption.

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MD Dream Homes: 'Sexy Funeral Goth,' $1.9M Waterfront Oasis

A house with coffins hanging from the wall. A waterfront property with a guest apartment. A Colonial Craftsman with plenty of natural light.

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Baltimore County To Create First Housing Department

The new department of housing and community development would help ensure access to affordable housing among other tasks.

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'Y' Day Trash Collections Cannot Include Yard Materials

These separate yard material collections will occur from April through as late as Dec. 14 for some Baltimore County residents.

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$3M Raised By United Way Of Maryland's COVID-19 Fund

The 211 Maryland United Way Helpline also received more than 210,000 calls for assistance during the pandemic in the last year alone.

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2 Mobile Vaccination Units In MD To Reach Underserved Populations

Maryland is the first in the nation to use the Federal Emergency Management Agency's mobile COVID-19 vaccination units, according to FEMA.

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Thursday, April 1, 2021

What's Open, Closed In Baltimore County For Easter 2021

Here's a look at what's open in Baltimore County on Easter and Good Friday.

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First-Time Unemployment Claims Fall In MD, Total Hits 1.76M

The number of Maryland workers seeking jobless benefits dropped last week, according to state labor department data.

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Adorable Adoptable Pets Of The Week For Baltimore County

These pets are searching for their forever homes. They currently are at Baltimore County Animal Services.

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MD Expands Vaccine Preregistration to Residents 16 And Older

Gov. Hogan announced Thursday that all Marylanders age 16 and up can now pre-register for a COVID-19 vaccine at a mass vaccination site.

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All MD Giant Pharmacy Locations Offer COVID-19 Vaccine

Eligible MD residents can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments at Giant Food's pharmacies. Plus, vaccination rates climb, mass vax sites.

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