Tag: Anne Arundel County
Domestic Dispute Leads To Shooting In North Beach
On March 23, 2012, at approximately 2:03 a.m., officers from the Southern District were dispatched to the 600 block of Alabama Avenue in North Beach for a report of a domestic-related shooting. While en route, officers learned that the 26-year-old female victim responded to a neighbor’s residence for assistance in the 7000 block of Charleston [...]
Police Issue Warnings, Tips For Spring Safety
The Anne Arundel County Police Department would like to make its citizens aware of safety tips to avoid becoming a victim to criminal activity and scams with the spring season on the horizon. Since March 5, 2012, the Southern District has been investigating a series of sporadic, daytime burglaries taking place in areas such as [...]
This Week In Volunteering
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at info@volunteerannearundel.org or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, Project Clean Stream, Sat., [...]
Floyds 99 Barbershop–Something Different
In 1999, brothers Paul, Rob and Bill O’Brien (originally from Bowie, Maryland) drew up the plans for a new barbershop concept that would stand out from the rest of the industry, provide an outstanding workplace environment for barbers and hairstylists, and deliver an unbeatable customer experience. Now, Floyds 99 Barbershop is open for business in [...]
Sushi In Deale? Sure Thing
Editor’s note: The following review was sent in by John O. Ludwigson, a reader of Eye On Annapolis. Sushi in Deale? What could be more appropriate for an old Chesapeake Bay fishing village? At Deale Umai Sushi House you can feast on a wide selection of seafoods in the Japanese and Korean tradition. or enjoy [...]
This Week In Volunteering
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at info@volunteerannearundel.org or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. The Annapolis Tapestries Needlepoint stitchers are needed for hand [...]
Fire Chief Statement On No-Confidence Vote
Fire Chief, John Robert Ray has released a written statement via a Fire Department spokesman regarding the no-confidence vote taken by the unionized firefighters of Anne Arundel County. I have proudly served the citizens of Anne Arundel County for more than 34 years and believe that my record of service stands for itself. It would [...]
North County Student, Ashley Lim, Receives National Art Award
North County High School senior Ashley Lim is no stranger to winning awards for her visual artwork. While she remains humbled by so much recognition, the acknowledgement of her undeniable talent has now reached a national stage. Lim recently received the National Art Education Association (NAEA) 2012 Rising Stars Secondary Recognition Award at the organization’s [...]
Union Boss Calls For Resignation Of Leopold & Teare
This afternoon, David Holway, President of the International Brotherhood of Police Officers called for the immediate resignation of both Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold and Police Chief James Teare. The noon press conference was attended by a half dozen representatives of the Anne Arundel County Police Department, union officials, and press. After the [...]
Famed Local Bassist Joe Byrd Dies In Edgewater Crash
We have learned that renowned jazz bassist Joe Byrd, of Edgewater was killed in yesterday’s crash that snarled traffic in the area. Byrd was the younger brother of the late guitar great Charlie Byrd and was know for his smooth, sophisticated American jazz sound played on his bass. He was a favorite at the defunct [...]
Police Seek Help In Locating Arnold Robbery Suspect
On February 29, 2012, at approximately 9:58 a.m., officers from the Eastern District responded to a strong arm robbery/purse snatching that occurred at the Chesapeake Academy located at 1185 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard in Arnold. The below image is a sketch of the suspect, who was described as a black male in his 30’s, 6’0”, 210 [...]
This Week In Volunteering
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at info@volunteerannearundel.org or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Annapolis City Fair, May 5 & 6, 2012 This [...]
2 Homes Destroyed In Riviera Beach Fire
Two homes were destroyed and a third seriously damaged in a large fire this morning in the Elizabeth’s landing community in the Rivera Beach section of Pasadena. Crews were dispatched shortly after 3:00am and quickly escalated to two alarms. We have not heard of a damage estimate nor of any injuries, but will update this [...]
Bello Machre Names Sponsor Of Every Step Counts Benefit
Bello Machre proudly announces its Every Step Counts Premier Event Sponsor – Dimensional Health Care Associates. Headed by Denise and Howard Schuffman, Dimensional Health Care will donate $10,000 to benefit children and adults with developmental disabilities. The Every Step Counts event will be held Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, [...]
Leopold Issues Statement On Indictment
UPDATE: District 6 County Councilman, Chris Trumbauer has issued the following statement to Eye On Annapolis regarding the Leopold Indictment: I am saddened by the news that our County Executive has been indicted today. He is entitled to a fair hearing and due process under the law. However, should these allegations prove to be true, [...]
Anne Arundel County Exec Leopold Indicted On Sex Charges
UPDATE: Attempts to contact Joanna Conti, Leopold’s opponent in the last election; Dave Abrams, his spokesman; and Chris Trumbauer, County Councilman have been unsuccessful. UPDATE: The Capital is reporting some of the more salacious details of the indictment including: Leopold had an ongoing sexual relationship with a Parks and Recreation employee named Connie Casalena, a [...]
A Musical Salute To Women
Opportunities Industrialization Center of Anne Arundel County(OIC) presents a “Musical Salute to Women” on Sunday, March 25th, 2012, beginning at 4pm in the St John’s College, Francis Scott Key Auditorium, in Annapolis, Maryland. The Musical Salute to Women will honor three phenomenal women from our local community who have helped make Anne Arundel County a [...]
82-Year Old Severn Man Shot
On February 29, 2012, at approximately 4:20 a.m., officers from Western District responded to a report of a shooting in the 1300 block of Sleepy Hollow Road in Severn. The female caller advised that her father had just been shot inside of his residence, which is located across the street from her residence. Upon arrival, [...]
Greenstreet Gardens Expands Into Virginia
Greenstreet Gardens is proud to announce the purchase of Applehouse Garden Center in Alexandria, Virginia. This will be Greenstreet Gardens’ second location and first in the Virginia area, located at 1721 West Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22404. Applehouse Garden Center has been operating in the city of Alexandria just outside of Old Town for 39 [...]
2 Teens Missing From Brooklyn Park
UPDATE 10:41pm: The two Brooklyn Park teens reported missing earlier today have been located. Cheyenne Abbott was located this evening, unharmed, at an address in Baltimore. Tony Abbott returned home this evening, on his own, and in good health. No further information available at this time. On February 22, 2012, at approximately 4:13 p.m., officers [...]
Caregiver Workshop Series To Begin
Everyone has heard about caregiving, but what is available for the caregiver? A free series called “Caring for You” offers an opportunity for the caregivers to focus on themselves while handling their great responsibilities, too. Mary Fridley, registered nurse and founder of Gero-Resources, LLC, will conduct the series. Offered in three parts, the Caring for [...]
Police Looking For Suspect In Pasadena Sex Assault
On Sunday, February 19, 2012, officers from Eastern District responded to a residence in the Lake Shore community in Pasadena for a report of an alleged sex offense that occurred on Tuesday, February 14, 2012. The nine-year-old victim reported that she was walking home from Lake Shore Elementary school between 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. [...]
