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Annapolis Fire Department reminds citizens of pool safety
Summer is upon us, schools are out, temperatures are rising, and the appeal of swimming pools is clear. The Annapolis Fire Department wants their citizens to relax and enjoy their summer, but be safe. Children are at the highest risk for drowning and near drowning incidents. Annapolis Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. advises that […]
County adopts $1.7 billion budget, increases taxes and fees
Today the Anne Arundel County Council adopted a Fiscal Year 2020 budget that closely mirrors the budget proposed by County Executive Steuart Pittman on May 1. The FY20 budget includes increased funding to invest in critical county needs that have been dramatically underfunded in recent years, including education, public safety, infrastructure, and environmental enforcement. The […]
Frosh warns of large medical data breach
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh is warning Marylanders that their medical and other private information may have been compromised by a cyberattack against American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA), a third party collection agency for laboratories, hospitals, physician groups, medical providers, and others. Presently, the known list of impacted entities affects over 20 million patients. […]
Corvettes on the Bay this weekend
The 10th Annual Corvettes on the Bay will be held Father’s Day weekend June 15, 2019 in Annapolis, at the City Dock. This year’s exhibition features pristine Corvette models from 1953 to 2019 with all types of engines, designs and equipment. “What a great way to spend Father’s Day at this special annual event,” said […]
Crofton man sentenced to 15 years for armed robbery and arson
Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess announced that Nicholas Bukoski, 20, of Crofton, was recently sentenced to 15 years in prison after entering a plea of guilty on October 18, 2018 to one count of armed robbery and one count of second degree arson. The defendant was sentenced on May 15, 2019 by […]
New shuttle buses to help BWI travelers
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport today put into service the first of 20 new buses providing customer transportation between the airport’s passenger terminal, parking facilities and the BWI Rail Station. The new 60-foot, articulated buses will offer around-the-clock service at BWI Marshall Airport. “The new buses will provide an improved level of service for our […]
16-year old in critical condition after skateboarding accident in Bay HIlls
A 16-year old male was critically injured last evening when he fell off a skateboard ad hit his head. At 7:50pm, the Anne Arundel County Fire Department responded to a 911 call for the injured child at Bay Green and Caddie Drives in the Bay Hills section of Arnold, MD. From witnesses on the scene, […]
It’s hurricane season. Are you prepared?
The Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management is urging residents to be mindful of the destructive force of hurricanes and prepare accordingly to minimize damage during this year’s hurricane season which began on June 1. Steps that should be taken to minimize damage are: Build an emergency kit to include at least two weeks’ […]
June 14, 2019 | Daily News Brief | (KIDDIE PORN ARREST IN EDGEWATER, WHERE ARE RAMOS’ TAX RETURNS, HAMILTON TANKING)
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 Edgewater man is facing a slew of child pornography charges. The prosecution in the Jarod Ramos […]
Pistons and Paws car and motorcycle show along with pet adoption THIS WEEKEND
Pet enthusiasts and car or motorcycle fans – and, particularly, those who like them all — will enjoy “Pistons & Paws,” a combined free automobile/motorcycle show and pet adoption event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at Anne Arundel County Animal Care & Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Rd., Millersville, MD. In […]
Hogan to Mnuchin: Put Harriet on the $20 bill
Governor Larry Hogan sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, urging the federal administration to reconsider its decision to delay the release of the Harriet Tubman twenty-dollar bill. The governor cited concerns that, while the release was originally slated for 2020, “citizens across Maryland and the country will instead have to wait nearly […]
Maryland sues Purdue Pharma over opioid crisis
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh has filed charges against opioid manufacturers Purdue Pharma, L.P., Rhodes Pharmaceuticals, and related entities, alleging the companies engaged in a scheme to market prescription opioids through unfair and deceptive trade practices. Purdue manufactures MS Contin, Dilaudid, Butrans, Hysingla, and OxyContin, among others, while Rhodes manufactures generic opioids. The alleged […]
State Police arrest Edgewater man on child pornography charges
An Anne Arundel County man was arrested today after a Maryland State Police Central South Region investigation developed evidence supporting charges of distribution and possession of child pornography. The suspect is identified as Gregory S. Quick, 34, of the 200 block of Tilden Way in Edgewater, Maryland. He is charged with four counts of distribution […]
MHEC announces $6.2 million in nursing grant awards
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) Secretary, Dr. James D. Fielder, announced that nearly $6.2 million was awarded for 17 Competitive Institutional Grant proposals at nine Maryland nursing programs by MHEC’s Nurse Support Program II (NSP II). The FY 2020 Competitive Institutional Grant awards include one-year planning grants, three- year full implementation grants, continuation grants, […]
Annapolis couple arrested for robbing PNC Bank
On June 10, 2019 at approximately 10:30 a.m., officers responded to the PNC Bank at 737 E College Parkway, Annapolis in reference to a robbery. A female subject entered the bank, implied a weapon, and passed a note demanding currency. The employee complied and turned over an undisclosed amount of U.S. currency. The suspect, Rachel Stewart, […]
Waugh Chapel Towne Centre announces expansion
Greenberg Gibbons announced a $4 million expansion at Waugh Chapel Towne Centre, the mixed-use lifestyle destination in Gambrills, Md. The expansion, located on 79 acres of land adjacent to the current Centre, includes new retail, townhomes and apartments, and an assisted living facility. “We’re excited to expand the shopping, services and residences at Waugh Chapel […]
June 13, 2019 | Daily News Brief | (ALERT COP, UNDERAGED SERVING STING, PICKLEBALL AMBASSADOR )
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 alert Annapolis cop makes a bust. 12 restaurants cited for serving alcohol to minors. Buckley names […]
23rd Annual Eastport a Rockin’ on June 22
Eastport a Rockin’ celebrates its 23rd Anniversary June 22, 2019 on Second Street and Bay Shore Avenue in the Maritime Republic of Eastport from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Founded in 1997 by James Borchelt, former owner of Café Gurus on Second Street (now called Leeward Market), Eastport a Rockin’ has hosted hundreds of bands […]
Anne Arundel County Police join “Neighborhood” by Ring to bring real time info to residents
The Anne Arundel County Police Department is joining the free Neighbors app by Ring to provide the Anne Arundel County community with real-time, local crime and safety information. The Neighbors network already has millions of users and has been instrumental in catching package thieves, stopping burglaries, and keeping neighborhoods safe. Residents can text ‘ANNEARUNDEL’ to […]
CBF blasts Pennsylvania efforts on Chesapeake Bay cleanup
A new Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) report examining the state of the Chesapeake Clean Water Blueprint found both good and bad news. While no state is completely on track, Maryland and Virginia are close to having the programs and practices in place to restore water quality and meet the 2025 goal. Pennsylvania, however, has never […]
12 local restaurants cited for serving alcohol to minors
The Annapolis Police Department recently completed compliance checks for the sale of alcohol to minors. 12 local restaurants were cited. Café Normandie, Dock Street Bar & Grill, Joss Café & Sushi Bar, Lemongrass, Little Italy, Mangia Italian Grill & Sports Bar, Metropolitan Kitchen & Lounge, Nano Asian Dining, Osteria 177, Preserve, Reynolds Tavern and Sailor […]
Rock The Dock concert series announced at Rod N Reel Resort
Rod ‘N’ Reel Resort, an award-winning destination resort on Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay, announced their 2019 Rock the Dock live music series featuring more than 50 acts sure to please any music lover. Performances will be held every Thursday through Sunday until September 7th. The Rock the Dock series features a wide variety of genres ranging […]
