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Roosevelt & Boonsboro fall in softball state championships
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (DC News Now) — Despite impressive seasons from both teams, both Eleanor Roosevelt and Boonsboro softball teams fell in their respective state title games on Saturday. Roosevelt was undefeated entering the title game, and made a rare appearance for a Prince George’s county softball team in the 4A championship game. Roosevelt lost […]
Loudoun County Board approves 'steroid shot' direct cash assistance program
(The Center Square) — After several other Virginia localities have started similar programs, a pilot guaranteed income program will be introduced in Loudoun County. The county’s Board of Supervisors apportioned $2 million from the county’s anticipated fiscal year 2024 fund balance and voted to adopt a program in a 6-2-1 vote Thursday evening, with Chair Phyllis Randall, D-At-Large, and Supervisor Matt LeTourneau, R-Dulles, voting against it. Caleb Kershner, R-Catoctin, was absent. ...
Martinsburg teen in distress dies after being hit by truck on Interstate 81
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — A 15-year-old suicidal Martinsburg boy died last week after running out of his parent's vehicle and being struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 81, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office. "This is a tragic event, and our thoughts and prayers go to the family of...
Back and forth battle ends in blowout as Brunswick baseball rolls into 1A state final
By the time Connor Mullaney flew out to right field, nearly 50 minutes had passed since Brunswick baseball last took the field. Mullaney was the 22nd and final batter the Railroaders sent to the plate in the seventh inning, taking advantage of a Colonel Richardson bullpen meltdown of historic proportions. In his 32 years at the school, Brunswick coach Roger Dawson could not recall a playoff game in which his team scored 16 runs in an inning.
Charles Town picks and analysis: May 24, 2024
Picks and analysis for this evening’s card from Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races:. 3. Candy TricksShould be a handful after decent efforts in special weight company. 5. Cedar’s ImageFinished behind number six after wide journey in last; blinkers on.
Aligned to move forward on Frederick County data center project after bill passes
Aligned Data Centers now plans to proceed with its Frederick County data center project at Quantum Loophole’s campus after Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a bill that makes it easier for data center developers to install backup generators. The Critical Infrastructure Streamlining Act of 2024 allows certain entities, including...
Seton Shrine to host Eucharistic Pilgrimage with daylong activities June 6
One of the biggest and most devotional Catholic events of the year is coming through Frederick County, Md., as the Seton Route of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage makes a daylong stop at the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg. Five walking pilgrims on their way from New Haven, Conn., to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, will be joined by worshippers from across the Archdiocese of Baltimore at the Seton Shrine, which is dedicated...
Longtime Town Recorder ready to pass baton to Town Council member
SHEPHERDSTOWN — After years of serving as the Corporation of Shepherdstown’s Town Recorder, Lori Robertson said she realized she was ready to step down from the position of second-in-command to the mayor. And so, when she learned that fellow Town Council member Chris Stroech was interested in the position, she said she felt like she had finally been given the sign that it was time to step back and only run for a regular position on the Town Council during the Municipal Election on June 4.
Toms, Liao and Williamsport tennis team make history at state tournament
COLUMBIA, Md. -- Williamsport became the first Washington County Public School to win an MPSSAA state tennis team championship on Saturday at Wilde Lake Tennis Club. Wildcats senior Lauren Toms capped an undefeated season by capturing the first girls singles state title in county history, leading Williamsport to Class 1A team honors. The Wildcats scored 15 points to edge runner-up South Carroll by one point.
Brunswick, Middletown, and Magruder all win Maryland baseball state titles
WALDORF, Md (DC News Now) – The Maryland 1A, 2A, 3A baseball crowns were decided in Regency Stadium Saturday in a triple header. The day started with No. 3 Brunswick taking on No. 8 Patterson Mill. The game started with Brunswick capturing two runs in the bottom of the first inning, and they would keep […]
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