Maryland

ANNAPOLIS – Treasurer Richard Dixon called recommendations to deal with traffic tie-ups around Manchester “worthless” and “meaningless” and demanded to see more valid options on how to deal with the problem

WASHINGTON – A state official said Wednesday that the federal government can help states enact “Smart Growth” initiatives like Maryland’s, which are aimed at keeping sprawl from consuming all of the state’s undeveloped land

ANNAPOLIS – In the waning days of the 1999 General Assembly session, Gov

WASHINGTON – While Maryland congressmen pushed to add the “Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail,” to the nation’s trail system Tuesday, the National Park Service urged a House panel to limit the scope and funds for the proposed study

ANNAPOLIS – Female motorcyclists are tired of sitting on the back of bikes and are taking over the handlebars

FORT DETRICK – Frederick County’s official visitors’ guide showcases glossy photos of Civil War cannons and covered bridges in its artfully laid out pages

WASHINGTON – Rep

ANNAPOLIS – Maryland schools are having trouble finding enough teachers, and with a growing minority population, the state is even further behind hiring minority teachers

ANNAPOLIS – As the General Assembly closed out its 1999 session, Republicans say their successes this year show a resurgence of their minority party in the legislature

ANNAPOLIS – Tobacco giant Philip Morris will meet with growers in Atlanta next week to discuss alternatives to the auction system – a move that some reports say could affect a $5