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Frederick County voters turn out Sheriff Chuck Jenkins in Tuesday election

Here in Frederick County, there's a new sheriff in town as voters have turned out incumbent Chuck Jenkins.

Frederick County, MD · 3d

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One of Maryland’s Largest Local Facebook Groups Is Changing Hands After Founder Announces Difficult Decision

The founder of Everything Frederick, a Facebook group with more than 156,000 members, has announced that she is stepping away from overseeing the popular community platform and transferring its leadership to Caring Hearts, a Frederick County nonprofit organization. Shannon Flannery, who founded Everything Frederick in 2020, shared the decision in...

Frederick County, MD · 2d
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James Longstreet's Account of the Battle of Gettysburg

At the Battle of Gettysburg (1-3 July 1863) Confederate Lieutenant General James Longstreet urged his commanding officer, General Robert E. Lee, to reposition their forces on the evening of Day 1. Lee refused, as the Union Army was before him and he had never retreated from a battle once engaged.

Gettysburg, PA · 4d
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Frederick County cat tests positive for rabies: Health officials

Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) officials said a stray cat found in Woodsboro has tested positive for rabies on Friday.

Frederick County, MD · 1d

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This Maryland Consignment Village Features a Maze of Carefully Organized Treasures

Two large cases of rare coins sit just down the hall from vintage toys, old records, and colorful glassware. That’s the kind of surprise waiting at this Maryland antique marketplace, where more than 25 vendors fill two floors with carefully arranged finds. The booths have distinct personalities. One leans...

Olney, MD · 19h

TANTVNEWS

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Kensington Parking Study Recommends Shorter Time Limits, Clearer Signs and a Handheld Enforcement Device

Consultants told Kensington officials on Oct. 21 to shorten limits on two commercial blocks, fix signs and buy one handheld enforcement device. No vote was held; the task force meets staff in coming weeks. The post Kensington Parking Study Recommends Shorter Time Limits, Clearer Signs and a Handheld Enforcement Device appeared first on TANTV .

Kensington, MD · 3d

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Ritchie Museum expands with new research facility

FORT RITCHIE, Md. — The Ritchie History Museum is expanding its presence at historic Fort Ritchie by adding another facility to their organization. A new research center located right next to the museum is being renovated in preparation for a potential spring opening. The research center will be in...

Fort Ritchie, WA · 3d

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Holiday Lights And Hot Chocolate Make Ellicott City Worth A December Evening Stroll

December evenings in Maryland get dark early, and that is exactly when one old mill town starts to shine. Holiday lights go up along a hilly Main Street lined with stone buildings, small shops, and cozy places to warm up with a cup of hot chocolate. The town sits beside...

Ellicott City, MD · 19h

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Dargan boy: Remembering ‘Cy’ Kretzer on Veterans Day

Donald “Cy” Kretzer was born on July 25, 1921, in Keedysville, Maryland, and left this shore for another on June 5, 2010. “Cy,” as all his friends called him, was a most popular guy in Sharpsburg where he lived. On this Veteran’s Day, I also remember that...

Sharpsburg, MD · 3d

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Waynesboro Rotarians meet new Interact Club presidents

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Officers for the Waynesboro Area Senior High Rotary Interact Club for 2026-27 were installed at last week’s Rotary Club meeting. Waynesboro Rotary is the sponsor for the club, which draws students from the high school’s Future Business Leaders Association program. Rotarian Jeff Rock said...

Waynesboro, PA · 3d

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Amsterdam Road bridge set to reopen after eight years

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — The wait is nearly over. The bridge on Amsterdam Road near Shank’s Mill that has been closed since 2018 will reopen soon. “It’s been a long time and took a lot of preparation, but once the grant was obtained we were able to get the project together,” said Washington Township Manager Vernon Ashway. “All the contractors involved have been phenomenal and I’d like to thank Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) and Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) for helping us get the grant,” he added.

Waynesboro, PA · 3d

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Live Music This Weekend in Montgomery County: November 6–8

This weekly live music roundup was compiled by MoCo MD Music. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@mocomdmusic) for more local performances, musicians, and live music events happening throughout Montgomery County. Six sets around Montgomery County this weekend, and Friday is the busiest day of the three....

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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More Than 50 Montgomery County Elementary and Middle Schools Rank Among Maryland’s Best in New U.S. News Report

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2027 Best Elementary Schools and Best Middle Schools rankings, with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) earning strong representation among Maryland’s highest-ranked schools. According to the news shared by MCPS, 12 MCPS elementary schools placed among the top 25 in Maryland, while...

Montgomery County, MD · 18h

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Democrats pick up more legislative seats as mail-in ballots are counted

This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Read the story at Maryland Matters. The blue wave had maybe slowed to a trickle by Friday, but the tide was still moving toward Democrats, who appeared to have ousted a GOP senator and picked up two more seats in the House of Delegates as mail-in ballots were counted in Frederick County.

Frederick County, MD · 1d

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Buchanan Trail Quilters wrap veterans in gratitude

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Members of Buchanan Trail Quilters “wrapped” veterans and government services employees in love, gratitude, comfort and support at a ceremony Nov. 4 in Evangelical Lutheran Church of Waynesboro. “Today, we pause to honor those whose service has shaped our nation – those who wore...

Waynesboro, PA · 1d

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Baltimore County is failing- and we are running out of time to fix it

Julian Jones made history, becoming Baltimore County's first Black county executive. He served as a councilman for many years and became the first person elected three times as the Council Chairman. He has the experience and historical perspective to fix Baltimore County. Baltimore County is the third-most populous county in...

Baltimore County, MD · 1d

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Second indictment follows years of warnings about unlicensed senior homes

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Maryland prosecutors have secured a second felony indictment against a man accused of operating an unlicensed assisted living program, marking another step in a crackdown on an industry state regulators had scrutinized for years without bringing criminal charges under a 2023 law. The latest indictment against...

Maryland · 3d

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SUN | Carroll County extends data center development pause through 2028

CARROLL COUNTY, Md. (WBFF) — Carroll County officials want another year to determine whether to allow data centers, extending a development pause as officials study the facilities’ potential effects and consider a countywide ban. The Board of Carroll County Commissioners voted Thursday to extend the county’s temporary deferral...

Carroll County, MD · 2d

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313-Pound Black Bear Among 89 Harvested During Maryland’s Annual Hunt

ANNAPOLIS – Maryland hunters harvested 89 black bears during the state’s 23rd annual black bear hunt held Oct. 26-31 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. The 2026 harvest was consistent with the 5-year average of 95 bears. The 2026 harvest consisted of 28 male and 61 female...

Maryland · 3d