Local News June 16, 2015 | 8:05 pm

Schuh cuts ribbon on new police station

County Executive Steve Schuh, along with Police Chief Tim Altomare, States Attorney Wes Adams, Councilman Derek Fink and Pete Smith and state officials, cut the ribbon on the Anne Arundel […]

Local News November 20, 2014 | 11:57 am

Schuh appoints Altomare, Graves and Kokolis to top public safety posts

Surrounded by public safety officials from across Anne Arundel County, County Executive-elect Steve Schuh today announced Allan Graves and Tim Altomare as his appointees to head the county fire and […]

Opinion November 12, 2014 | 6:18 pm

Thank you Laura Neuman

In February of 2013, no one knew who Laura Neuman was. We questioned it as well. Here we are in 2014 and there are still many questions lingering out there. […]

Local News August 1, 2014 | 4:26 pm

County seeks nominees for Dallas G. Pace Award

Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman is seeking nominations for the 2015 Dallas G. Pace Humanitarian Award, given each year in memory of the county’s first Human Relations Commission Chairman. […]

Local News May 13, 2014 | 11:46 am

Blackstone Amphitheater trying to gain steam

A long-rumored, ambitious project is trying to gather some steam with an upcoming $100 per plate fundraiser next Sunday. The Blackstone Amphitheater for Humanity, led by Graciela Blackstone, is an arts […]

Local News September 24, 2013 | 9:56 am

BREAKING: Anne Arundel Resolves Leopold Lawsuit For $110K

UPDATE: Anne Arundel County Executive, Laura Neuman issued the following statement through a spokesperson. We are pleased that this case has been resolved and we can put it behind us. […]

Local News April 4, 2013 | 11:50 am

County Executive Neuman: Month 1 Report Card

Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman announced that she has made significant progress in her first month in office by completing her evaluation of key staff, beginning budget preparations and making important appointments. […]

Local News March 14, 2013 | 1:14 pm

Leopold Led To Jail In Handcuffs

In a trial that was full of surprises, it should have been expected that the sentence for former Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold would also be a surprise. […]

Local News February 27, 2013 | 9:14 am

Neuman Names Old Business Partner IT Director

Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman today named NASA contractor Richard Durkee as Director of Information Technology. “Richard Durkee will develop a plan to make this County work smarter through better use of […]

Local News February 6, 2013 | 1:28 pm

The Next County Executive

Yes, you too can lead Anne Arundel County throughout the remainder of former County Executive John R. Leopold’s term in office. The qualifications seem pretty benign, but you will have […]

Local News February 1, 2013 | 3:13 pm

Leopold Resigns!

In a succinct email, County Public Information Officer, David Abrams advised that County Executive John R. Leopold has resigned. Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold submitted his resignation today […]

Local News January 29, 2013 | 6:41 pm

Leopold Suspended After Guilty Verdict

Chief Administrative Officer John Hammond is serving as Acting Anne Arundel County Executive as a result of the suspension of County Executive John R. Leopold from his duties. The Maryland […]

Local News January 29, 2013 | 6:35 pm

The Leopold Trial: The Aftermath

UPDATE: Here is a copy of the full Memorandum issued by Judge Dennis Sweeney with all of his comments regarding each of the charges. (PDF, 40 pages) Anne Arundel County Executive […]

Local News January 29, 2013 | 3:33 pm

LEOPOLD GUILTY!

This afternoon, the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold came to a close when retired Howard County Circuit Court Judge Dennis Sweeney found John Leopold guilty. Leopold […]

Local News January 29, 2013 | 8:45 am

LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial – Day 7

Today is the seventh (and likely last) day of the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office […]

Local News January 28, 2013 | 2:56 pm

The Leopold Trial – Day 6

Today was the sixth day of the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count […]

Local News January 28, 2013 | 8:41 am

LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial – Day 6

Today is the sixth day of testimony, and the first full day of defense arguments, in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March […]

Local News January 25, 2013 | 4:55 pm

The Leopold Trial – Day 5

Today was the fifth day of the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count […]

Local News January 25, 2013 | 8:45 am

LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial – Day 5

Today is the fifth day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 24, 2013 | 8:48 pm

The Leopold Trial – Day 4

Today was the fourth day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 24, 2013 | 8:45 am

LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial — Day 4

Today is the fourth day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 23, 2013 | 11:07 pm

The Leopold Trial – Day 3

Today was the third day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 23, 2013 | 8:45 am

LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial — Day 3

Today is the third day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 22, 2013 | 6:01 pm

The Leopold Trial – Day 2

Today was the second day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 22, 2013 | 7:17 am

LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial — Day 2

Today is the second day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 18, 2013 | 11:26 pm

The Leopold Trial: Day 1

Today was the first day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold, who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and […]

Local News January 17, 2013 | 11:56 am

County Executive Leopold Opts Out Of Jury Trial

County Executive John R. Leopold has changed his decision for a jury trial and opted to have retired Circuit Court Judge Dennis M. Sweeney decide his fate in his criminal […]

Local News January 16, 2013 | 10:28 am

Is John Leopold Guilty?

Today, jury selection begins in the John R. Leopold criminal trial in Anne Arundel County Circuit Court. The trial stems from a five count Grand Jury indictment alleging that Leopold used his executive […]

Local News December 28, 2012 | 5:28 pm

Snowden Resigns From State Position

The Capital is reporting that Carl Snowden has resigned his position as the Director of Civil Rights for Maryland’s Attorney General’s Office. According to The Capital, his resignation is effective […]

Events December 24, 2012 | 1:23 pm

County Executive Leopold Announces Forum To Discuss Mental Health Initiatives

County Executive John R. Leopold has announced that he will host a forum to discuss mental health initiatives in the wake of the Connecticut shooting and other tragedies across the nation. “Mental health […]

Life In The Area December 10, 2012 | 3:26 pm

Maryland Live! Presents $50K To Ball Park

Last week, Maryland Live! Casino officials presented a $50,000 check to County Executive John R. Leopold, the Chesapeake Men’s Senior Baseball League and Friends of Joe Cannon Stadium to fund […]

Life In The Area December 6, 2012 | 9:05 am

Legacy Grant Supports Annapolis Youth Sports

Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen announced that a partnership with Anne Arundel County, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, and the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation […]

Events November 10, 2012 | 3:38 pm

North County Job Expo

County Executive John R. Leopold has announced that several area employers will meet with local residents on November 14 at the North County Job Expo. “According to the Maryland Workforce Exchange, […]

Events November 1, 2012 | 1:14 pm

disAbility Awareness Day Awards Presented

The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues and County Executive John R. Leopold presented awards to individuals and businesses for their support of people with disabilities during the 2012 […]

Local News October 26, 2012 | 5:10 pm

State Of Emergency Declared In Advance Of Frankenstorm

We have held off on storm-mongering for as long as possible, but it seems like there is a storm brewing and the Governor has declared a preemptive state of emergency. […]

Local News October 17, 2012 | 3:32 pm

Leopold Agrees To Repay Attorney Fees

Despite his belief he will win in court, County Executive John R. Leopold has agreed to reimburse Anne Arundel County for attorney fees should there be an unfavorable ruling in a civil case […]

Local News October 11, 2012 | 3:52 pm

Disability Commission Seeks Members

The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues is seeking new members. “This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in a group that promotes positive change for citizens with disabilities in […]

Life In The Area October 6, 2012 | 5:40 pm

Catherine Purple Cherry Named disAbility Awareness Day Award Winner

Catherine Purple Cherry, a licensed professional architect and principal-in-charge of Purple Cherry Architects in Annapolis, who is known for her work with special needs populations, will receive the 2012 disAbility […]

Life In The Area September 5, 2012 | 1:00 pm

Leopold Seeks Nominations For Dallas G. Pace Humanitarian Award

County Executive John R. Leopold is seeking nominations for the Dallas G. Pace Humanitarian Award. “Dallas Pace was a teacher, a coach, a scoutmaster, a soldier and a community leader,” County Executive […]

Local News August 23, 2012 | 1:39 pm

Leopold Seeks Members For Animal Welfare Council

County Executive John R. Leopold is seeking new members for the Animal Welfare Council, a citizen panel that has been very successful in leading significant change to benefit pets and pet owners. “Thanks […]