LOCAL NEWS
Herndon 2018; Peter Rossi from Phoenix , AZ. 2:09.35
Peter Rossi, a 4th Class Midshipman ended his afternoon on a high note. Rossi was the 4th Class Midshipman who capped the Herndon Monument in 2:09.35, just beating out the 2:21 time from last year’s class. Rossi is a member of the 30th Company. He was boosted by his roommate who also had some experience in placing […]
Buckley will not re-appoint 15-year Chair of Historic Preservation Commission
In a short statement from City Hall this afternoon, it was announced that Sharon Kennedy, the 15-year Chairwoman of the City’s Historic Preservation Commission will not be re-appointed by Mayor Gavin Buckley. As part of Mayor Gavin Buckley’s commitment to creating new opportunities for citizens to serve on the City’s boards and commissions, the Mayor […]
Annapolis hosting “One Annapolis” engagement session
As part of Mayor Gavin Buckley’s “One Annapolis” community engagement efforts, the City will host a community engagement launch on Wednesday, May 23, from 5-8 p.m. at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center. The center is located at 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis, MD 21403. Free Transportation at 4:30 pm from the following locations: Eastport Community Center […]
Chesapeake Bay Trust awards more than $670K in grants to Anne Arundel projects
The Anne Arundel Watershed Protection and Restoration Program (WPRP) and the Chesapeake Bay Trust announce the recipients of three grants for watershed restoration projects in Anne Arundel County that will improve water quality in Broad Creek, Bacon Ridge Branch Stream, and Whitehall Creek. The three grants were awarded to two Anne Arundel County nonprofits with […]
CRIME
6 in hospital after 4 vehicle crash on Aris T Allen Blvd on Saturday
On May 12, 2018 at approximately 6:41 pm officers responded to a multi vehicle crash on Aris T. Allen Blvd (MD-665) at Riva Road in Annapolis. Investigation showed a Ford Raptor was traveling eastbound on MD-665 when it crossed the median into the westbound lanes striking a GMC pickup, Dodge pickup, and a Hyundai. […]
Anne Arundel County Police make arrest in string of robberies
Remember that string of robberies in Anne Arundel County we mentioned the other day? Well, there were two more and the police finally nabbed a suspect. On April 30, 2018 at approximately 7:26 p.m., officers responded to an attempt robbery at the Wendy’s restaurant located at 7905 Ritchie Hwy in Glen Burnie. A store employee […]
Annapolis Police investigating 2 daytime armed robberies
Annapolis Police are investigating two armed robberies which took place in two separate communities within 2 hours of one another on April 30th. In both instances, there were two suspects and one brandished a handgun while robbing the victims of money. In one instance, a shot was fired into a vehicle. The suspects are still […]
County police investigating 3 similar robbieries
Anne Arundel County Police are investigating a string of three robberies with a similar suspect. Severna Park On April 28, 2018 at approximately 11:55 a.m., officers responded for a robbery at the Subway restaurant located at 573 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Store employees advised the suspect entered the store and demanded money. The employees […]
EVENTS
Herndon 2018; Peter Rossi from Phoenix , AZ. 2:09.35
Peter Rossi, a 4th Class Midshipman ended his afternoon on a high note. Rossi was the 4th Class Midshipman who capped the Herndon Monument in 2:09.35, just beating out the 2:21 time from last year’s class. Rossi is a member of the 30th Company. He was boosted by his roommate who also had some experience in placing […]
What you need to know about Commissioning Week
The end of the year is fast approaching for the First Class Midshipmen who will be commissioned as Ensigns in the US Navy or 2nd Lieutenants in the US Marine Corps. Along with the graduation ceremony, which is by invitation only, there are a number of public events including a flight demonstration by the Blue […]
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre: Bullets Over Broadway opens Thursday
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) opens its 2018 season next Thursday, May 24, 2018 with “Bullets Over Broadway: The Musical,” written by Woody Allen. The show runs Thursday to Sundays at 8:30 pm from May 24-June 16, with a Wednesday performance on June 13. Tickets are $25 and are available online. Bullets over Broadway: The […]
Rain? What rain? The Chesapeake Bay Blues Fest roars on! Continues tomorrow!
A little rain never keeps a blues fan down! And thousands flocked to Sandy Point State Park today to get their fix of acts such as Brian Setzer’s Rockabilly Riot Delbert McClinton Mike Zito Heather Gillis Band Brandon Taz Niederauer Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band Vanessa Collier And the fun will continue tomorrow […]
AREA BUSINESSES
The Golf Club at South River celebrates 10 years of family, leisure, and sport
The Golf Club at South River (GCSR) was founded by The Brick Companies in 2008 with the focus of family, friendship and sport. The club’s vision was to build a private haven around the already incredible South River Links. The move from public to private was the result of the combined vision of The Brick […]
Kartcef Brothers celebrating 20 years with the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival this weekend
This weekend, for the 20th year in a row, Annapolis will welcome some of the nation’s top blues musicians for the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival, held at Sandy Point State Park on Saturday and Sunday. Annapolis-based Katcef Brothers, a beer wholesale distributor for Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties, is a Gold Sponsor for the […]
Crosby promotes two to Associate Vice President
Crosby Marketing Communications has announced the promotion of Madeline Beck and Tim Staines to Associate Vice President positions at the agency. Since joining Crosby in 2009, Beck has led a variety of award-winning public service advertising and digital marketing campaigns. As Associate Vice President, she leads several large government accounts, including the U.S. Department of […]
Six Anne Arundel County companies win SBA awards
Maryland district winners of the 2018 National Small Business Week Awards Program were announced by Stephen D. Umberger, District Director of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Baltimore District Office. District winners will be honored at the 34th Annual Maryland Small Business Week Awards Luncheon June 7 at Martin’s West in Woodlawn, Md. This year’s […]
PODCAST
Daily News Brief | May 21, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today…Sheriff Ron Bateman opened an investigation on Assistant State’s Attorney Lawrence Scott. Justify won what looks to be the […]
Daily News Brief | May 18, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today…Kevin Kamenetz’s running mate decides to forge on at the top of the ticket. Anne Arundel County loses in […]
Daily News Brief | May 17, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today… Anne Arundel County schools chief gets a new contract for four years. New teachers may be getting a […]
Daily News Brief | May 16, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today…Baltimore police commissioner DeSousa is out. Annapolis finance committee says increase may not be as much as Mayor wants. […]
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
Doug Arnold: Clerk of the Court, why I am running and what we do (Guest Column)
Each year in Maryland there are over 30,000 acts of domestic violence. Recently here in Anne Arundel County a woman was murdered in an act of domestic violence. As a child, I had a close and loved family member who was the victim of domestic violence and I observed the pain and difficulty of domestic violence. […]
Jim Fredericks: A new vision for Sheriff’s Office (Guest Column)
I am running for Sheriff to continue my commitment to Anne Arundel County, and put in place the modern law enforcement practices needed to address public safety issues facing the Sheriff’s Office. I am a current, active commander in the County Police Department, with 26 years of experience, primarily in supervision, management and administration. My […]
Karen Simpson: Simpson tough on recovery (Guest Column)
Do you love someone affected by the opioid and heroin epidemic? Almost everyone does. According to the Center for the Study of Local Issues Anne Arundel Community College Spring 2018 Report, the most important issue facing our community is our drug crisis. Yet very few feel our current elected officials understand the problem enough to […]
Blue Wave or New Wave? Are the establishment candidates scared?
If you are running for office and have aligned yourself with the establishment candidates or the “old guard” of Maryland politics, you likely have a race on your hands. Nationally, progressive ideals have been energizing voters and winning elections. And you should be scared. For years, the incumbent was the status quo. We only need […]
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Herndon 2018; Peter Rossi from Phoenix , AZ. 2:09.35
Peter Rossi, a 4th Class Midshipman ended his afternoon on a high note. Rossi was the 4th Class Midshipman who capped the Herndon Monument in 2:09.35, just beating out the 2:21 time from last year’s class. Rossi is a member of the 30th Company. He was boosted by his roommate who also had some experience in placing […]
Buckley will not re-appoint 15-year Chair of Historic Preservation Commission
In a short statement from City Hall this afternoon, it was announced that Sharon Kennedy, the 15-year Chairwoman of the City’s Historic Preservation Commission will not be re-appointed by Mayor Gavin Buckley. As part of Mayor Gavin Buckley’s commitment to creating new opportunities for citizens to serve on the City’s boards and commissions, the Mayor […]
Annapolis hosting “One Annapolis” engagement session
As part of Mayor Gavin Buckley’s “One Annapolis” community engagement efforts, the City will host a community engagement launch on Wednesday, May 23, from 5-8 p.m. at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center. The center is located at 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis, MD 21403. Free Transportation at 4:30 pm from the following locations: Eastport Community Center […]
Chesapeake Bay Trust awards more than $670K in grants to Anne Arundel projects
The Anne Arundel Watershed Protection and Restoration Program (WPRP) and the Chesapeake Bay Trust announce the recipients of three grants for watershed restoration projects in Anne Arundel County that will improve water quality in Broad Creek, Bacon Ridge Branch Stream, and Whitehall Creek. The three grants were awarded to two Anne Arundel County nonprofits with […]
Governor’s Office releases “Healthy Teen Dating Guide”
The Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention today announced the launch of a new Healthy Teen Dating: A Guide for Educators and Youth Service Providers. The first of its kind for Maryland, this guide provides information on teen dating violence prevention programs to address the needs of youth who are at risk for dating […]
Daily News Brief | May 21, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today…Sheriff Ron Bateman opened an investigation on Assistant State’s Attorney Lawrence Scott. Justify won what looks to be the […]
Anne Arundel County wins national award for Safe Stations program
Anne Arundel County government has been recognized with three Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents. “These three awards demonstrate how effective and innovative our Administration has been in responding to needs of our citizens and taxpayers,” said County Executive […]
Pittman shows strong grassroots funding surge
Steuart Pittman’s grassroots campaign for Anne Arundel County Executive continues to gain strong momentum as evidenced by the more than $300,000 it raised by the May 15 election reporting deadline. “I am proud to announce that our campaign has raised over $300,000,” Pittman says. “We are on track to fund the most powerful grassroots campaign […]
The Golf Club at South River celebrates 10 years of family, leisure, and sport
The Golf Club at South River (GCSR) was founded by The Brick Companies in 2008 with the focus of family, friendship and sport. The club’s vision was to build a private haven around the already incredible South River Links. The move from public to private was the result of the combined vision of The Brick […]
Hogan signs major education initiatives into law
Governor Larry Hogan was joined by Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller and Speaker of the House Michael Busch to sign 213 bills into law at a signing ceremony at the Maryland State House in Annapolis. The governor and presiding officers also signed two resolutions and a constitutional amendment. The governor signed legislation (HB 281) […]
Water damage from the rains? You might get a tax break with a reduced assessment
Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) is encouraging residents whose real property has been damaged by the recent severe weather to contact the Department, as they may qualify to have their property assessments reduced. Maryland residents can fill out the below PDF and email it to their local SDAT assessment office. A list of […]
What you need to know about Commissioning Week
The end of the year is fast approaching for the First Class Midshipmen who will be commissioned as Ensigns in the US Navy or 2nd Lieutenants in the US Marine Corps. Along with the graduation ceremony, which is by invitation only, there are a number of public events including a flight demonstration by the Blue […]
Baysox drop third straight game to Trenton in 9-4 loss
The Bowie Baysox (18-23) dropped their third straight and fell for the seventh time in eight games with a 9-4 loss to the Trenton Thunder (27-14) on Saturday night at ARM & HAMMER Park. In a four-run first for the Thunder, all four runs came with two outs in the inning. Trenton had runners at […]
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre: Bullets Over Broadway opens Thursday
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) opens its 2018 season next Thursday, May 24, 2018 with “Bullets Over Broadway: The Musical,” written by Woody Allen. The show runs Thursday to Sundays at 8:30 pm from May 24-June 16, with a Wednesday performance on June 13. Tickets are $25 and are available online. Bullets over Broadway: The […]
Rain? What rain? The Chesapeake Bay Blues Fest roars on! Continues tomorrow!
A little rain never keeps a blues fan down! And thousands flocked to Sandy Point State Park today to get their fix of acts such as Brian Setzer’s Rockabilly Riot Delbert McClinton Mike Zito Heather Gillis Band Brandon Taz Niederauer Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band Vanessa Collier And the fun will continue tomorrow […]
10th Paca Girlfriends’ Party tickets sold out. Some VIP remain
Spring is beginning to bloom across Annapolis, which means the 10th Annual Paca Girlfriends’ Party is just around the corner. Now in its tenth year, the gala party is set for Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at the historic William Paca House and Garden in downtown Annapolis. While the general admission tickets are sold out, a […]
Comic Con comes to Anne Arundel County Public Library
The Anne Arundel County Public Library will host the third annual Comic Con on Saturday, May 12. Appealing to county’s comic and anime fans of all ages, the event will run from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Odenton Library. Events include: Third Eye Game Arena! 10 am – 3 pm Learn how to play Magic the […]
Bello Machre’s Every Step Counts scheduled for June 9th
Bello Machre proudly announces the return of its annual event Every Step Counts on Saturday June 9, 2018 from 8-12 pm at Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, Maryland. An annual tradition for many, Every Step Counts brings people together to support the children, teens, adults and seniors with developmental disabilities served by Bello Machre. […]
Franchot taking unclaimed property to local fairs and festivals this summer
Comptroller Peter Franchot and agency staff will demonstrate a particular set of skills this summer and fall at local fairs and festivals to help reunite Marylanders find their “Taken” Unclaimed Property, which includes abandoned bank accounts, security deposits, insurance benefits and items in safe deposit boxes. “If I find your unclaimed property now, that will […]
Long looks strong, but not strong enough to pull the Baysox out of a 2-0 loss
Baysox starter Lucas Long limited Trenton to a run on four hits in six strong innings on Friday night but the Baysox fell short falling 2-0 at Arm & Hammer Park in Trenton, NJ. Bowie mustered just one hit as Trenton starter Brian Keller was dominant through eight shutout innings. Long struggled in the first […]
Kartcef Brothers celebrating 20 years with the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival this weekend
This weekend, for the 20th year in a row, Annapolis will welcome some of the nation’s top blues musicians for the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival, held at Sandy Point State Park on Saturday and Sunday. Annapolis-based Katcef Brothers, a beer wholesale distributor for Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties, is a Gold Sponsor for the […]
Colonial Players to present Fierstein’s Casa Valentina
The Colonial Players presents the regional premiere and non-professional national premiere of the critically acclaimed play Casa Valentina by Harvey Fierstein. Set in the Catskills in 1962 – land of dirty dancing and Borscht Belt comedy—in an inconspicuous bungalow colony, heterosexual men delight in dressing and acting as women. These white-collar professionals escape their family […]
Rams Head bringing Jonny Lang to Maryland Hall
Rams Head Promotions announces Jonny Lang at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts on Wednesday, October 17, 2018. Tickets on sale now! It is hard to believe that at 37 years old Jonny Lang has already had a successful career for more than two decades. Easier to believe when you learn he released his first […]
Sierra Club and AFL-CIO endorse Pittman for County Executive
While County Executive Schuh continues to raise unprecedented sums of campaign money from development interests and companies that need permits and licenses from county government, his Democratic challenger Steuart Pittman is gaining momentum among organizations that represent working people and advocate for open space and the environment. The Pittman campaign announced that it has […]
Truxtun Park Pool opening this weekend with expanded summer hours
Annapolis Recreation and Parks announces that the Truxtun Park Pool will open for the summer season on Saturday, May 19 during Kids to Parks Day. The pool will be open weekends starting May 19 through June 10, then open daily through Labor Day and will continue weekends-only September 8-30. Pool Hours of Operation: Weekends and […]
Daily News Brief | May 18, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today…Kevin Kamenetz’s running mate decides to forge on at the top of the ticket. Anne Arundel County loses in […]
Five run first inning costs Baysox in 11-5 loss to Trenton
A five-run first lifted the Trenton Thunder (25-14) to an 11-5 win over the Bowie Baysox (18-21) in Thursday’s series opener at ARM & HAMMER Park in Trenton. In the afore-mentioned five-run first for Trenton, a pair of walks and a single loaded the bases before Abiatal Avelino drove in a pair with a two-run […]
Get on out and volunteer!
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Center. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at [email protected] or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.aacvc.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre The Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) offers […]
Diane Schuur and Bob Schneider returning to Rams Head On Stage
Rams Head On Stage is a little taste of Nashville, New Orleans, and Austin all rolled up in one! A small, intimate venue where no seat is more than 48 feet from the stage. A small venue that packs a big punch with top national acts 364 days a year. Check out the latest shows […]
Suicide and depression. We can talk about it at Burgers and Bands on June 3rd.
Last week we spoke with Ann and Ethan Brennan from Severna Park who are the brains behind the 2nd Annual Burgers and Bands benefit coming up on June 3rd. Burgers and Bands is a fundraiser to bring resources and awareness about depression and suicide–a problem that has rocked many communities across Anne Arundel County. Severna […]
New fire rescue boat for Annapolis Fire Department
As of Sunday May 6, 2018, the Annapolis Fire Department enhanced its capabilities to provide response to water based emergencies on local waterways in and around the City. Rescue Boat 37 (RB-37), a new 18 foot rigid hull inflatable outboard vessel, with a capacity of 8 persons will be available for deployment to emergency calls from the Taylor Avenue […]
Daily News Brief | May 17, 2018
Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sean O’Neill at RBC Wealth Management Today… Anne Arundel County schools chief gets a new contract for four years. New teachers may be getting a […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Start the conversation.
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide is preventable. The Maryland Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will host its 8th Annual Maryland Party for Life on May 20th, 2018 in Pasadena, Maryland at Kurtz’s Beach from 12:30pm to 5pm. This fundraising event supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s local and national education […]
Schuh announces Rockhold Creek dredging project
County Executive Steve Schuh, along with Delegate Seth Howard, recently highlighted Anne Arundel’s recently proposed $5 million waterway dredging program and announced a $690,000 joint State/County effort to dredge Rockhold Creek in Deale. “Our waterways are the life blood of our County,” said Schuh. “Our enhanced dredging program will ensure our wetlands remain vibrant and […]
FOP endorses Wes Adams for State’s Attorney
State’s Attorney Wes Adams has announced that the Anne Arundel County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 70 voted to endorse him for State’s Attorney. Statement from Cpl. O’Brien Atkinson, President FOP Lodge 70, “On behalf of our nearly 1,500 active and retired police officer members, Anne Arundel County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #70 is […]
12th Annual Truxtun Youth Triathlon
Annapolis Recreation and Parks will host the 12th annual Truxtun Youth Triathlon (TYT) on Sunday, June 17 – join us on Father’s Day morning! The TYT is an annual event that challenges kids (ages 7-17) to complete a swim, bike and run event in a highly supportive and motivating community environment. This event has grown into […]
