LOCAL NEWS
Hospice of the Chesapeake earns highest status with national veterans program
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization recently announced that Hospice of the Chesapeake’s We Honor Veterans program has achieved Level 5 status. It is one of nine hospices in the nation to earn this new level of excellence, and the only Level 5 partner in the Delmarva region. The status is a result of […]
Northern Anne Arundel Cultural Preservation Society announces Black History Month production
The Northern Arundel Cultural Preservation Society (NACPS) will commemorate Black History Month by presenting “Emancipation Continues: War & Peace”with two riveting performances. The first performance will be Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 2pm at St. John’s College in the Francis Scott Key Auditorium, 60 College Avenue in Annapolis. The second performance will be February 9, 2019 at […]
State releases status report on opioid battle
The Maryland Department of Health released its Unintentional Drug And Alcohol-Related Intoxication Death Report for the third quarter of 2018. Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center has been working with the Maryland Department of Health and other state agencies, partners, and local jurisdictions to address the epidemic. “In Maryland, we are ensuring that the systems we […]
Annapolis’ GreenScape scheduled for April 27th
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapolis invite you to help make Maryland’s capital city a beautiful place during 2019. This year’s GreenScape will take place on Saturday, April 27. GreenScape is a volunteer effort that encourages individuals and organizations to plant and maintain native flower and vegetable gardens in public spaces throughout the […]
CRIME
60-year old man stabbed in Annapolis’ Robinwood neighborhood, police searching for suspect
On January 14th at 1:15am, Annapolis Police officers responded to the 1400 block of Tyler Avenue in the City’s Robinwood neighborhood for a reported stabbing. Officers located a 60 year old male from Annapolis inside a vehicle. The man was suffering from a wound to his stomach. He was transported to an area hospital for […]
County police officer arrested for DWI and assault on another officer after Crofton accident
On January 12, 2019 at approximately 8:30 in the evening officers responded to a two vehicle accident on Riedel Road at Johns Hopkins Road in Crofton. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a black Ford Taurus rear ended another vehicle. Officers learned that the driver of the Taurus was Sgt. Kenneth Collier a 21 year veteran […]
Discovered remains confirmed as those of missing Glen Burnie woman
On Saturday, October 13, 2018, at approximately 1:52 p.m., officers responded to the 8000 block of Green Orchard Road, Glen Burnie Maryland for a missing adult female. The reporting person was the adult female’s son who advised he had last seen his mother Melanie Faith Meleney, on October 11, 2018. Ms. Meleney is described as a […]
Millersville man arrested after stealing vehicle in Annapolis
On January 13th at 1215pm, Annapolis Police were called to the 1300 block of Tyler Avenue for a stolen vehicle. The vehicle, a dark blue 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe, MD reg. 6BG2082, was unlocked with the engine running and the key in the ignition. The victim reported that he was cleaning off his vehicle and shoveling snow […]
EVENTS
Northern Anne Arundel Cultural Preservation Society announces Black History Month production
The Northern Arundel Cultural Preservation Society (NACPS) will commemorate Black History Month by presenting “Emancipation Continues: War & Peace”with two riveting performances. The first performance will be Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 2pm at St. John’s College in the Francis Scott Key Auditorium, 60 College Avenue in Annapolis. The second performance will be February 9, 2019 at […]
Annapolis’ GreenScape scheduled for April 27th
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapolis invite you to help make Maryland’s capital city a beautiful place during 2019. This year’s GreenScape will take place on Saturday, April 27. GreenScape is a volunteer effort that encourages individuals and organizations to plant and maintain native flower and vegetable gardens in public spaces throughout the […]
Crow Vineyard & Winery chili cook off scheduled for March 3rd
Crow Vineyard & Winery will be hosting the Chili Cook-Off event again this year to be held on Sunday, March 3, 2019, from 12PM-4PM . The event will benefit The Animal Care Shelter for Kent County. For more information and to RSVP, please visit CrowVineyardAndWinery.com/Events . Come by Crow Vineyard & Winery to sample and vote […]
Get your tickets to the 9th Annual Sock Burning & Oyster Roast
“Goodbye to winter, only deck shoes we wear! Though the socks we are burning leave a stink in the air!” So reads the poem recited each year as hundreds of Annapolitans gather around a waterfront bonfire at the Annapolis Maritime Museum to burn their socks. At this most curious of traditions, the Annapolis Oyster Roast […]
AREA BUSINESSES
Bello Machre receives $119K from Exelon from their 2018 iTee golf tournament
Bello Machre is pleased to announce that Exelon’s 2018 iTee Charity Golf Tournament has made a donation of $119,600 to its organization. This generous gift is the largest corporate gift ever received by Bello Machre. Earlier this year, Bello Machre was selected as the tournament’s charitable recipient. Each year the Exelon iTee Charity Golf Committee […]
Maryland just made doing business a bit easier
The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) today announced that 2019 Annual Reports and/or Personal Property Tax Returns are now available. All domestic and foreign business entities must file an Annual Report and/or Personal Property Tax Return by April 15 in order to remain in good standing status. The quickest and easiest way to […]
Thinking of opening a restaurant in Maryland? Here are some tips to get you started
Opening a restaurant in Maryland may be one of the most rewarding things you do with your career. If you want to be successful, it requires thinking about all that needs to happen before you open your doors for the first time. In the end, you want to focus on customer service and good food […]
Walker named new CEO of the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation
This is an update to a story we initially published this morning. Today, Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced that former County Councilmember Jerry Walker will be the new President & CEO of Anne Arundel County Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC). Walker served two terms on the county council, representing District 7. He has worked […]
PODCAST
Daily News Brief | January 18, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…Sad news from WNAV. Pittman lays out plan for his budget while Hogan presents his. Hate crimes […]
Daily News Brief | January 17, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…Governor Hogan took the helm of Maryland for a second term. A social media threat caused a […]
Daily News Brief | January 16, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…An elderly man is stabbed in Annapolis’ Robinwood neighborhood. County Executive Pittman explains his reasoning behind withdrawing […]
Daily News Brief | January 15, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…An Anne Arundel County cop assaults one of his own after a DWI accident. An alert Annapolis […]
COLUMNS & OPINIONS
UPDATED: THREE longtime Main Street businesses to shutter after the holidays
UPDATE: We just learned of a third business that will be closing. Brown Eyed Girl — A Funky Boutique. Please see the notice below. We have updated this article accordingly. Three longtime fixtures on Main Street in Annapolis will be dark in 2019. Eye On Annapolis has learned that the Annapolis Running Shop (10 years), […]
The Cottages at Queenstown: A little known oasis on on the Chester River
About three months ago, I got wind of a new place to stay on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Three private cottages, right on the Chester River. Intrigued, my girlfriend and I finally found time to get away from Annapolis for a short overnight jaunt to the other side of the Chesapeake Bay for a night at […]
OPINION: Gun violence through the eyes of an 8-year old boy
A church has historically been a place of sanctuary and safety. During our evening worship service, “Santa Claus” was making his rounds in the local neighborhood, to a blaring chorus of sirens and response vehicles. In the public testimony time, my eight-year old son, asked for the microphone. There is no parent that doesn’t begin […]
OPINION: Bob Leib should remove his name from school board appointment
Facebook will be the death of us all. Well, maybe not all of us; but, certainly anyone that has a desire to dip their toe into the political swimming pool. Up next in the pool– Anne Arundel County Board of Education appointee Bob Leib! When will they learn? John Grasso posted several anti-Muslim memes and […]
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Hospice of the Chesapeake earns highest status with national veterans program
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization recently announced that Hospice of the Chesapeake’s We Honor Veterans program has achieved Level 5 status. It is one of nine hospices in the nation to earn this new level of excellence, and the only Level 5 partner in the Delmarva region. The status is a result of […]
Northern Anne Arundel Cultural Preservation Society announces Black History Month production
The Northern Arundel Cultural Preservation Society (NACPS) will commemorate Black History Month by presenting “Emancipation Continues: War & Peace”with two riveting performances. The first performance will be Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 2pm at St. John’s College in the Francis Scott Key Auditorium, 60 College Avenue in Annapolis. The second performance will be February 9, 2019 at […]
State releases status report on opioid battle
The Maryland Department of Health released its Unintentional Drug And Alcohol-Related Intoxication Death Report for the third quarter of 2018. Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center has been working with the Maryland Department of Health and other state agencies, partners, and local jurisdictions to address the epidemic. “In Maryland, we are ensuring that the systems we […]
Annapolis’ GreenScape scheduled for April 27th
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapolis invite you to help make Maryland’s capital city a beautiful place during 2019. This year’s GreenScape will take place on Saturday, April 27. GreenScape is a volunteer effort that encourages individuals and organizations to plant and maintain native flower and vegetable gardens in public spaces throughout the […]
Crow Vineyard & Winery chili cook off scheduled for March 3rd
Crow Vineyard & Winery will be hosting the Chili Cook-Off event again this year to be held on Sunday, March 3, 2019, from 12PM-4PM . The event will benefit The Animal Care Shelter for Kent County. For more information and to RSVP, please visit CrowVineyardAndWinery.com/Events . Come by Crow Vineyard & Winery to sample and vote […]
Hogan allocates more money to battle hate crimes
Governor Larry Hogan announced a total of $5 million in funding to enhance security at facilities in Maryland that are potential targets for hate crimes, including schools and places of worship. The funding will support additional security needs including training, security personnel, and security-related technology such as cameras, door-hardening, improved lighting, and other security-related facility […]
Bello Machre receives $119K from Exelon from their 2018 iTee golf tournament
Bello Machre is pleased to announce that Exelon’s 2018 iTee Charity Golf Tournament has made a donation of $119,600 to its organization. This generous gift is the largest corporate gift ever received by Bello Machre. Earlier this year, Bello Machre was selected as the tournament’s charitable recipient. Each year the Exelon iTee Charity Golf Committee […]
Get your tickets to the 9th Annual Sock Burning & Oyster Roast
“Goodbye to winter, only deck shoes we wear! Though the socks we are burning leave a stink in the air!” So reads the poem recited each year as hundreds of Annapolitans gather around a waterfront bonfire at the Annapolis Maritime Museum to burn their socks. At this most curious of traditions, the Annapolis Oyster Roast […]
Daily News Brief | January 18, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…Sad news from WNAV. Pittman lays out plan for his budget while Hogan presents his. Hate crimes […]
Baysox to host Hot Stove Luncheon with David Hess, DL Hall, Ryan McKenna and Bruce ZImmermann
The Bowie Baysox invite all fans to the fourth annual Hot Stove Luncheon on Friday, Jan. 25, from 12-1 p.m. at Glory Days Grill in Edgewater. Former Baysox and current Orioles RHP David Hess, 2018 Baysox OF Ryan McKenna and LHP Bruce Zimmermann, and Orioles LHP prospect D.L. Hall are scheduled to attend the 2019 […]
Volunteer Open House on Monday at the Annapolis Maritime Museum and Park
The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM) is hosting a Volunteer Open House in honor of the National Day of Service, to be held on January 21, 2019, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Museum’s Bay Room. Do you love meeting new people? Do you love the Chesapeake Bay? Help AMM preserve maritime history […]
With no end in sight, MD’s Comptroller offers assistance to Federal workers
As the partial federal government shutdown extends into its fourth week, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced a plan to provide financial relief to impacted federal workers unsure when their next paycheck will arrive. Federal contractors, furloughed employees, and those working without pay currently on payment plans with the State may be granted reduced or […]
In The Vane of CSNY, Dar Williams all coming 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 […]
Daily News Brief | January 17, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…Governor Hogan took the helm of Maryland for a second term. A social media threat caused a […]
SOUPer Bowl coming again for the 13th year on February 3rd
In 2007, the Light House Shelter was struggling. Members of Heritage Baptist Church answered the call for help by doing what they do best: preparing delicious food, inviting people to join in and providing the means to help this valuable community mission. Using the connection between “soup” and that day’s NFL playoff game, The SOUPer […]
$778M and counting in lost wages for Marylanders affected by shutdown
With its large number of federal employees and contractors, Maryland’s economy is being profoundly impacted by the ongoing government shutdown, according to a report released by the state’s Bureau of Revenue Estimates (BRE). Approximately 172,000 Marylanders are currently impacted by the government closure, which began on Dec. 22, 2018. Each bi-weekly payroll for which these […]
Navy football adds four to coaching staff
Navy head football coach Ken Niumatalolo announced today that Brian Newberry, Brian Norwood, Kevin Downing and P.J. Volker have joined the coaching staff on the defensive side of the football. Newberry will serve as defensive coordinator and coach the safeties, Norwood will be co-defensive coordinator and coach the cornerbacks, Downing will coach the defensive ends […]
Daily News Brief | January 16, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…An elderly man is stabbed in Annapolis’ Robinwood neighborhood. County Executive Pittman explains his reasoning behind withdrawing […]
Paca House and Gardens receives Couple’s Choice Award by Wedding Wire
WeddingWire, Inc., a leading global online wedding marketplace, annually celebrates the top wedding professionals on WeddingWire across more than 20 service categories, from venues and caterers to florists and photographers. These distinguished vendors exhibit superior professionalism, responsiveness, service, and quality when interacting with the five million monthly consumers who turn to WeddingWire to help ease […]
Flu Spikes in Maryland
Flu Rate Spikes in Maryland The Flu has spiked suddenly here in Maryland going from “Minimal” to “High” in early January 2019. The CDC is reporting nearly 7 million people have already contracted the flu this season. The CDC is also estimating over 70,000 people have been hospitalized with over 30 states reporting “widespread” flu […]
SHA and Ravens pair up for pedestrian safety
To stress the importance of pedestrian safety to Maryland’s youngest commuters, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) joined Poe from the Baltimore Ravens at North Glen Elementary School in Anne Arundel County for a Walk Smart Pedestrian Safety Assembly. At the assembly, MDOT SHA and Poe reviewed the rules of the […]
Maryland ensures residents to receive SNAP benefits despite Federal shutdown
As the partial federal government shutdown continues, the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is working to assist vulnerable Marylanders through this uncertain time. Today, the Department announced it will be able to provide February Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to recipients in Maryland. Referred to as the Food Supplement Program (FSP) in Maryland, […]
60-year old man stabbed in Annapolis’ Robinwood neighborhood, police searching for suspect
On January 14th at 1:15am, Annapolis Police officers responded to the 1400 block of Tyler Avenue in the City’s Robinwood neighborhood for a reported stabbing. Officers located a 60 year old male from Annapolis inside a vehicle. The man was suffering from a wound to his stomach. He was transported to an area hospital for […]
Daily News Brief | January 15, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…An Anne Arundel County cop assaults one of his own after a DWI accident. An alert Annapolis […]
Navy names new Commandant for USNA
Capt. Thomas R. “TR” Buchanan, was recently selected to be the 88th Commandant of Midshipmen at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. He is an alumnus of the Naval Academy Class of 1992. The Naval Academy Commandant is similar to the Dean of Students at a civilian university, and is responsible for the day-to-day […]
Jeb Bush to speak at Governor Hogan’s Inaugural
Governor Larry Hogan today announced details of the speaking program for the Inauguration Ceremony, which will take place on Wednesday, January 16 at 12:30 PM on the Northwest lawn of the Maryland State House. A welcome message will be delivered by the sixth Montgomery County Executive, The Honorable Isiah “Ike” Leggett. Mr. Leggett was the […]
Hogan announced nearly $50M for crime victims
Governor Larry Hogan recently announced nearly $50 million in grants to organizations across the state that provide services to Maryland victims of crime. The funding, from the Victims of Crime Assistance Grant Program (VOCA), is aimed at improving services, safety, and security for crime victims and their families. This funding, initially announced by Governor Hogan […]
County police officer arrested for DWI and assault on another officer after Crofton accident
On January 12, 2019 at approximately 8:30 in the evening officers responded to a two vehicle accident on Riedel Road at Johns Hopkins Road in Crofton. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a black Ford Taurus rear ended another vehicle. Officers learned that the driver of the Taurus was Sgt. Kenneth Collier a 21 year veteran […]
UPDATED LOCATION: County Executive Pittman to host two meetings on withdrawal of ICE program
NOTE: Due to the closure of schools, tonight’s town hall meeting has been changed to the Pascal Senior Activity Center located at 125 Dorsey Road in Glen Burnie. Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman will hold two town hall meetings to discuss his decision to end county’s 287(g) immigration screening program and to listen to residents’ […]
Discovered remains confirmed as those of missing Glen Burnie woman
On Saturday, October 13, 2018, at approximately 1:52 p.m., officers responded to the 8000 block of Green Orchard Road, Glen Burnie Maryland for a missing adult female. The reporting person was the adult female’s son who advised he had last seen his mother Melanie Faith Meleney, on October 11, 2018. Ms. Meleney is described as a […]
Millersville man arrested after stealing vehicle in Annapolis
On January 13th at 1215pm, Annapolis Police were called to the 1300 block of Tyler Avenue for a stolen vehicle. The vehicle, a dark blue 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe, MD reg. 6BG2082, was unlocked with the engine running and the key in the ignition. The victim reported that he was cleaning off his vehicle and shoveling snow […]
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts to present ” A Tribute to MLK”
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. in a new way this coming Martin Luther King weekend; through the performance arts of music, spoken word and open mic at Maryland Hall! “A Tribute to MLK” presented by Maryland Hall and Keith A. Rowel in collaboration with First Christian Community Church and the […]
Daily News Brief | January 14, 2019
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. And make sure you know all the ways to connect with us—> bit.ly/EOAConnect Today…Schools in the area are closed and many governments are offering liberal leave policies. A boat fire […]
Lt. Governor Rutherford announces funding to expand substance abuse prevention
Lt. Governor Boyd K. Rutherford joined state and local leaders last week to announce new Hogan administration initiatives to expand substance use prevention and treatment efforts, as well as a new executive order to study mental and behavioral health in Maryland, with a special emphasis on the correlation between mental illness and substance use disorders. […]
Save the date: 2019 Marine & Maritime Career Fair Expo
Do you know a student who loves boats? The water? Science? Technology? Math? If so, you need to save this date: On February 23, 2019 the Eastport Yacht Club Foundation will bring together students and marine and maritime industry professionals for the Marine and Maritime Career Expo at Annapolis High School. Over fifty organizations will […]
New hotline to report sex abuse established by Attorney General Frosh
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh announced today that his office has established a new telephone hotline for individuals to report child sex abuse. Office of the Attorney General Child Sex Abuse Hotline: 410-576-6312 Victims of an abuser associated with a school or place of worship, or individuals who have knowledge of such abuse, can […]
