LOCAL NEWS
Hogan sends Maryland National Guard to the USVI to assist in recvoery
Governor Larry Hogan today announced he has directed 100 soldiers from the Maryland National Guard to deploy to the U.S. Virgin Islands to assist with ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Irma, at the request of Governor Kenneth Mapp. Soldiers from the 200th Military Police Company from Catonsville will be deployed for potentially 30 days to […]
West River’s Christ Episcopal Church to host Homecoming Dinner on November 4th
Christ Episcopal Church in West River will serve its 99th annual Homecoming Dinner on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 1 – 5 PM at the Christ Church Parish Hall located at 240 Owensville Road (the corner of Owensville and Sudley Owensville Roads). The menu offers fried Chincoteague select oysters and Maryland country ham, homemade potato salad, apple […]
Bello Machre welcomes new Board member
Bello Machre is pleased to announce the election of its newest Board Member, David Wynkoop. Shari Devlin, Bello Machre Board Chairperson, comments, “I’m thrilled to welcome Dave to the Bello Machre Board of Directors. His enthusiasm, vast experience, and tremendous knowledge in the healthcare industry are true assets and will be invaluable to us as […]
Daily News Brief | October 23, 2017
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. Sheriff Ron Bateman says his son is being held by Anne Arundel County police for an opiate issue. Flying Dog Brewery is putting its Frederick expansion on hold due […]
CRIME
Sheriff Bateman’s stepson being held for threatening a state official
UPDATE: We have obtained the police report (below) and Robinson did in fact threaten Sheriff Bateman along with his wife, Elsie Bateman. He was arrested at the Arundel Mills Mall. Walter Robinson, the 23-year old stepson of Anne Arundel County Sheriff Ron Bateman is being held on two misdemeanor charges of threatening a state official. […]
Police release more information on human remains discovered in Shady Side
On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at approximately 1:30pm, officers from Southern District responded to the area of Holly and Chesapeake Drive, Shady Side, Maryland for recovered remains. Responding officers located skeletal human remains along the shoreline. The scene was secured and Homicide Detectives were summoned. An extensive search of the shoreline by numerous patrol, detectives and members of the Department of Natural Resources was conducted in which […]
Annapolis man wanted in connection with Edgewater stabbing
On October 19, 2017 at approximately 4:27 p.m., officers responded to a call for a stabbing. The 911 caller stated to police dispatchers that his friend had been stabbed and that they were currently driving to a hospital. The police dispatcher had the driver pull over in the area of Solomons Island Road and Mitchells […]
Hogan doles out nearly $5M in grants for crime victims
Governor Larry Hogan has announced that the administration has awarded a total of $4,757,000 to support programs serving crime victims across the state. These grants will be distributed by the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention to 57 agencies and 27 organizations statewide to be utilized in Fiscal Year 2018. “Our administration is committed […]
EVENTS
West River’s Christ Episcopal Church to host Homecoming Dinner on November 4th
Christ Episcopal Church in West River will serve its 99th annual Homecoming Dinner on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 1 – 5 PM at the Christ Church Parish Hall located at 240 Owensville Road (the corner of Owensville and Sudley Owensville Roads). The menu offers fried Chincoteague select oysters and Maryland country ham, homemade potato salad, apple […]
Anne Arundel County wants you to have a safe Halloween
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health provides the following tips to help families have a fun, healthy and safe Halloween: • Do not allow children to go trick-or-treating if they are ill. If they had a fever, it should be gone for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicine. Those who are ill […]
Holly Ball scheduled for December 1
The 2017 Holly Ball will benefit the Wellness House of Annapolis. The Severn Town Club presents the 54th annual Holly Ball on Friday, December 1st at the Westin Annapolis Hotel from 6-11 p.m. This year’s theme, “A Place for Hope!” honors our major beneficiary, Wellness House of Annapolis. Additional funds raised will be distribute to […]
Daryl Stuermer of Genesis, Hot Tuna, and Robert Klein now appearing at 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 […]
AREA BUSINESSES
Chesapeake bay Trust earns coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for 14th year
The Chesapeake Bay Trust, a nonprofit grant-making institution dedicated to improving the natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, earned a 4-star rating once again from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the fourteenth year that Chesapeake Bay Trust has earned this top distinction for its commitment to sound fiscal management, accountability, […]
4 Important safety tips for Uber users
If you are looking for an easy and effective way to get around a big city, then taking advantage of Uber is a great option. This ride-sharing option has revolutionized the world of transportation. More and more people have taken advantage of Uber than ever before, but users should not throw caution to the wind. […]
East of Maui raises $5000 to help Puerto Rico with Stand Up To Paddle
What started as a simple idea to get some friends together for a Sunday morning Stand Up Paddle to raise a few dollars to help an individual in Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, turned into a community effort that will be benefit many. Mark Bandy, co-owner of East of Maui Board Shop […]
It’s Heere! Homestead Gardens Annual Fall Festival
Homestead Gardens Annual Fall Festival is the largest in the area. A fall family tradition for over 30 years, Homestead’s “FallFest” is a celebration of everything that is autumn from the changing foliage, falling leaves and spiced cider to mums, homemade donuts and pumpkin patches. Fallfest features a wide array of attractions, demos and entertainment for […]
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Daily News Brief | October 23, 2017
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. Sheriff Ron Bateman says his son is being held by Anne Arundel County police for an opiate issue. Flying Dog Brewery is putting its Frederick expansion on hold due […]
Daily News Brief | October 20, 2017
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. Police investigating Edgewater stabbing, Elon Musk is tunneling under Anne Arundel County, the National Sailing Hall of Fame may be moving to Newport, and scientists are calling for a […]
Daily News Brief | October 19, 2017
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. Police arrest man in connection with slaying of three in Harford County, Anne Arundel County Police discover human remains in Shady Side, Baltimore is ready for Amazon, and a […]
Daily News Brief | October 18, 2017
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. Hate crime charges on top of murder charges for Sean Urbanski. Gavin’s ferris wheel is causing quite a stir in Annapolis. A write-in candidate for Ward 4 has emerged […]
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
Tierney responds to Capital’s article on expunged charges
‘Do what is right, not what is easy’ R. Bennett. That has been my mantra in deciding to run for office and bodes me well today as I read the article in the Capital. During a stressful period in my life several years ago I made a bad choice. I went through the legal process […]
Guest Column: In support of Marc Rodriguez for Ward 5 Alderman
I’ve had the privilege of representing Ward 5 on the Annapolis City Council for the last five years. Since January 2016, I’ve worked closely with Marc Rodriguez, who is running to replace me on the Council; I am not running for re-election. Marc has assisted me with issues ranging from the No Net Loss (of […]
Natural Ways to Support Your Immune System
Fall is here — along with cold and flu season. Is your immune system ready? Want to know how to boost your immune system the natural way? Leah Canale reviews the easiest ways to ramp up your immune system fast. Adopt a healthy life style Living a healthy lifestyle is the best line of defense […]
Can a working mother become an Alderperson? Hell yes!
Letter to the Editor: I want to address a question that has been put out there that I have heard about both directly and indirectly -“Do I have enough time to be an alderman as a working mother?” My answer is an emphatic YES! I find it troubling that I cannot recall the balance of […]
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Hogan sends Maryland National Guard to the USVI to assist in recvoery
Governor Larry Hogan today announced he has directed 100 soldiers from the Maryland National Guard to deploy to the U.S. Virgin Islands to assist with ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Irma, at the request of Governor Kenneth Mapp. Soldiers from the 200th Military Police Company from Catonsville will be deployed for potentially 30 days to […]
West River’s Christ Episcopal Church to host Homecoming Dinner on November 4th
Christ Episcopal Church in West River will serve its 99th annual Homecoming Dinner on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 1 – 5 PM at the Christ Church Parish Hall located at 240 Owensville Road (the corner of Owensville and Sudley Owensville Roads). The menu offers fried Chincoteague select oysters and Maryland country ham, homemade potato salad, apple […]
Bello Machre welcomes new Board member
Bello Machre is pleased to announce the election of its newest Board Member, David Wynkoop. Shari Devlin, Bello Machre Board Chairperson, comments, “I’m thrilled to welcome Dave to the Bello Machre Board of Directors. His enthusiasm, vast experience, and tremendous knowledge in the healthcare industry are true assets and will be invaluable to us as […]
Daily News Brief | October 23, 2017
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. Sheriff Ron Bateman says his son is being held by Anne Arundel County police for an opiate issue. Flying Dog Brewery is putting its Frederick expansion on hold due […]
Sheriff Bateman’s stepson being held for threatening a state official
UPDATE: We have obtained the police report (below) and Robinson did in fact threaten Sheriff Bateman along with his wife, Elsie Bateman. He was arrested at the Arundel Mills Mall. Walter Robinson, the 23-year old stepson of Anne Arundel County Sheriff Ron Bateman is being held on two misdemeanor charges of threatening a state official. […]
Anne Arundel County wants you to have a safe Halloween
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health provides the following tips to help families have a fun, healthy and safe Halloween: • Do not allow children to go trick-or-treating if they are ill. If they had a fever, it should be gone for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicine. Those who are ill […]
Holly Ball scheduled for December 1
The 2017 Holly Ball will benefit the Wellness House of Annapolis. The Severn Town Club presents the 54th annual Holly Ball on Friday, December 1st at the Westin Annapolis Hotel from 6-11 p.m. This year’s theme, “A Place for Hope!” honors our major beneficiary, Wellness House of Annapolis. Additional funds raised will be distribute to […]
Daryl Stuermer of Genesis, Hot Tuna, and Robert Klein now appearing at 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 […]
Abey Injured As UCF Spoils Navy Homecoming with 31-21 Defeat
It was a game many people thought wouldn’t be close. UCF came into Annapolis as the nation’s top scoring offense, averaging almost 51 points per game. But Ken Niumatalolo and his Midshipmen showed the UCF Knights and the rest of the league that wins don’t come easy in Annapolis. “I have so much admiration for […]
Chesapeake bay Trust earns coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for 14th year
The Chesapeake Bay Trust, a nonprofit grant-making institution dedicated to improving the natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, earned a 4-star rating once again from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the fourteenth year that Chesapeake Bay Trust has earned this top distinction for its commitment to sound fiscal management, accountability, […]
LSO presents its 5th Annual Halloween Concert and Costume Contest
Once again the audience and the stage will be filled with creative Halloween costumes. On Sunday afternoon, October 29, at 3 pm the Londontowne Symphony Orchestra, for the fifth year in a row, is bringing “Spooky Sounds, Haunted Harmonies” to our community at Annapolis High School on Riva Road. This most popular concert features seasonal […]
Police release more information on human remains discovered in Shady Side
On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at approximately 1:30pm, officers from Southern District responded to the area of Holly and Chesapeake Drive, Shady Side, Maryland for recovered remains. Responding officers located skeletal human remains along the shoreline. The scene was secured and Homicide Detectives were summoned. An extensive search of the shoreline by numerous patrol, detectives and members of the Department of Natural Resources was conducted in which […]
LIVE BLOG: Navy Football Vs University of Central Florida | October 21, 2017 3:30pm
Navy and #20 UCF will meet for the first time when they square off on Saturday afternoon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Navy’s Homecoming. Kickoff is set for 3:30 PM (ET) and the game will be televised by CBS Sports Network with John Sadak, Randy Cross and Sheehan Stanwick-Burch on the call. Navy Mutual […]
Volunteer opportunities abound
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 info@aacvc.org or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.aacvc.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Anne Arundel Department of Social Services The Anne Arundel County Department […]
Chocolate Binge Festival and Holiday Market scheduled for December 3rd
Everyone loves chocolate and Annapolis’ will be celebrating by filling West Street with local chocolatiers ready to help chocoholics get through the holiday season. On Sunday December 3rd from noon to 5pm on the first blocks of West Street will be the third annual Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival, featuring family friendly entertainment, chocolate, holiday shopping […]
Buckley: There will be no ferris wheel on City Dock
Local businessman and candidate for Mayor, Gavin Buckley has been feeling some heat over a statement made on The Maryland Crabs Podcast in March where he was discussing the need to get more people to enjoy downtown. During the conversation, Buckley suggested a ferris wheel. Listen to the episode here. There was confusion if he […]
Next week is National Red Ribbon Week
October 23-31, 2017 is the twenty-ninth National Red Ribbon Week. U.S. citizens wear badges of red satin ribbons during this week in memory of DEA Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, a 37-year-old former marine and police officer who was killed by drug traffickers in Mexico in 1985. The theme of Red Ribbon Week 2017 […]
Final First Sunday Arts Festival — Holiday Edition
This holiday season experience shopping from the regions best artisans at the popular First Sunday Arts Festival – Holiday Edition on Sunday November 5th in the historic streets and parks of downtown Annapolis, Maryland. This event hosts 130 of the regions best artists, crafters, musicians and food. Plus downtown Annapolis is filled with boutiques and […]
Pantelides makes another appointment to the HACA Board
Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced Corey A. Johnson as his nomination for the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA) Board of Commissioners today. Mr. Johnson is a resident of Annapolis and is the current Security and Safety Lead Officer for the Town of Highland Beach. In this position he is responsible for coordinating […]
Tierney responds to Capital’s article on expunged charges
‘Do what is right, not what is easy’ R. Bennett. That has been my mantra in deciding to run for office and bodes me well today as I read the article in the Capital. During a stressful period in my life several years ago I made a bad choice. I went through the legal process […]
Daily News Brief | October 20, 2017
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. Police investigating Edgewater stabbing, Elon Musk is tunneling under Anne Arundel County, the National Sailing Hall of Fame may be moving to Newport, and scientists are calling for a […]
Annapolis man wanted in connection with Edgewater stabbing
On October 19, 2017 at approximately 4:27 p.m., officers responded to a call for a stabbing. The 911 caller stated to police dispatchers that his friend had been stabbed and that they were currently driving to a hospital. The police dispatcher had the driver pull over in the area of Solomons Island Road and Mitchells […]
Hogan doles out nearly $5M in grants for crime victims
Governor Larry Hogan has announced that the administration has awarded a total of $4,757,000 to support programs serving crime victims across the state. These grants will be distributed by the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention to 57 agencies and 27 organizations statewide to be utilized in Fiscal Year 2018. “Our administration is committed […]
Volunteer Center celebrates inaugural Cheers for Volunteers on October 27th
The Anne Arundel County Volunteer Center (AACVC), the premier volunteer connector in Anne Arundel County, is thrilled to announce its first annual “Cheers for Volunteers” fundraising event, to be held on Friday, October 27, 2017, at 6:30pm at Renditions Golf in Davidsonville, Maryland. Ticket purchasers will enjoy wine tastings from 5 different regions around the […]
Immigration: Exploring today’s legal landscape; a free presentation at AACC
Anne Arundel Community College will host a symposium on “Immigration: Exploring Today’s Legal Landscape” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, to address the ever-changing landscape of U.S. immigration policy. This event, which is open to the public, will be held in the Cade Center for Fine Arts Room 219. Sponsored by AACC’s Legal Studies Institute, […]
Maryland Hall launches Indiegogo campaign to support “Blues @ Home” traveling exhibition
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts (MHCA) has launched a crowd-funding campaign through INDIEGOGO to raise $10,000 to support an exhibit of artist H.C. Porter’s interactive portrait series titled Blues @ Home: Mississippi’s Living Blues Legends in the Maryland Hall galleries. The INDIEGOGO campaign will support the travel, installation and marketing expenses of the exhibit […]
Hogan, Schuh meet with Boring Company on hyperloop project
The Hogan administration today announced support for The Boring Company’s project to bring rapid electric transportation technology to Maryland, connecting Baltimore City and Washington, D.C. Earlier this morning, Governor Larry Hogan, Maryland Transportation Secretary Pete Rahn, and Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh joined The Boring Company executives to tour the initial tunnel site on […]
EYC: Lighting up the Annapolis Holiday season for 35 years
The Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade, one of Annapolis’ signature events and the USA Today #1 Holiday Parade, is just around the corner! The parade bursts upon the Annapolis waterfront with up to 40 boats of all shapes and sizes, power and sail, brightly decorated with thousands of lights and crewed by jolly revelers. This […]
4 Important safety tips for Uber users
If you are looking for an easy and effective way to get around a big city, then taking advantage of Uber is a great option. This ride-sharing option has revolutionized the world of transportation. More and more people have taken advantage of Uber than ever before, but users should not throw caution to the wind. […]
Hogan signs Executive Order to enhance Maryland’s cybersecurity preparedness
Governor Larry Hogan recently issued Executive Order 01.01.2017.22 directing the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security to coordinate, improve, and implement an updated cybersecurity plan to ensure that Maryland is prepared to confront today’s cyber threats. The order lays out a collaborative process for the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security, led by Walter “Pete” Landon, to […]
Daily News Brief | October 19, 2017
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. Police arrest man in connection with slaying of three in Harford County, Anne Arundel County Police discover human remains in Shady Side, Baltimore is ready for Amazon, and a […]
Chesapeake Arts Center: Unshamed: Baring Our Secrets and Our Souls
On November 4 and 5, Baltimore’s Full Circle Dance Company will present Unshamed: Baring Our Secrets and Our Souls, a concert to benefit the Bridge Program, a domestic violence intervention program whose mission is to break the cycle of intimate partner violence. A program of the Center for Injury Prevention and Policy at the R […]
Mids Prepping For UCF Showdown in Annapolis
Navy will face off against No. 20 UCF for the first time ever on Saturday afternoon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium at 3:30 pm. Navy is tied with Memphis, Houston, SMU and Tulane with 5-1 records in the AAC West Division, but Memphis owns the tiebreaker over Navy after beating Navy last week 30-27. UCF […]
Library to host series of discussions on the future of libraries
Officials from the Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) today announced a series of community meetings on the future of area public libraries. Meetings will be held from 6:30 – 8 pm on: October 24 at the Linthicum Library (400 Shipley Rd) October 25 at the Mountain Road Library (4730 Mountain Rd) October 26 at […]
Guest Column: In support of Marc Rodriguez for Ward 5 Alderman
I’ve had the privilege of representing Ward 5 on the Annapolis City Council for the last five years. Since January 2016, I’ve worked closely with Marc Rodriguez, who is running to replace me on the Council; I am not running for re-election. Marc has assisted me with issues ranging from the No Net Loss (of […]
East of Maui raises $5000 to help Puerto Rico with Stand Up To Paddle
What started as a simple idea to get some friends together for a Sunday morning Stand Up Paddle to raise a few dollars to help an individual in Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, turned into a community effort that will be benefit many. Mark Bandy, co-owner of East of Maui Board Shop […]
