With the holiday shopping season about to shift into high gear local officials are reminding everyone about the importance of making it a SAFE shopping season.
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Syrian Asylum: Syrian Journalist Says Refugees Just Want Second Chance
A former Syrian journalist, now safe in the D.C. area after escaping his war-torn home, knows only too well how difficult the journey can be to safe haven in the United States.
Controversial Montgomery County Bow Hunting Program Used to Thin the Deer Population
Montgomery County Parks have started a pilot archery program this year to manage the deer population in two of their parks.
Special Bridal Sale Results from Embezzler’s Conviction
The General Services Administration and the U.S. Marshals hosted a special bridal sale near BWI airport to help raise money for a non-profit organization in D.C.
Massage Therapists Give Free Massages to People in Need
Montgomery County’s Homeless Resource Day featured many services available to homeless residents. Among them, local massage therapists serviced people in possibly the most important way.
Maryland’s Piscataway Native Americans share their culture in Charles County
Following their recognition by the state in 2012, Maryland’s Piscataway Native Americans have been struggling to raise awareness for their culture. Now, they’re reaching out to the public through a mobile educational program, taking the Piscataway culture to the people in an effort to make their voices heard.
Weathermen Killed on Patrol in World War II Awarded Purple Hearts
More than 70 years after the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Muskeget was sunk by enemy fire, four National Weather Service meteorologists on board were posthumously awarded the Purple Heart Medal for their sacrifice. This marks the first time a weather service employee has been awarded the Purple Heart. Family members of the weathermen accepted the medal.
DOUGLASS STATUE: Frederick Douglass Square dedicated at University of Maryland
Frederick Douglass Square was officially dedicated at a ceremony that featured remarks by campus and community leaders as well as Douglass’ own family. Some university students protested at the event, calling for a name change for the campus football stadium.
Lead Family
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan recently issued a statewide proclamation requiring all children…ages one and two…to be tested for lead paint poisoning. But for one local family, that order can just a little too late.
Lead Challenge
It’s one of those dangers that often goes unnoticed: lead exposure from chipping or peeling paint in older homes. And it’s gone on for generations. But the push is on by the state and activists to get the lead…out.