When a team of workers discovered three lead coffins dating back to the 17th century in the foundation of a long-gone chapel in St. Mary’s City, a remote historical settlement on the southern tip of Maryland and the Chesapeake’s western shore, they were in for a shock.
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Fire Department Provides In-Depth Look at Rescue Training
Reporters stepped into the boots of firefighters Wednesday with the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department
Maryland Lawmakers Celebrate Maryland Day Using Social Media
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Fourth Annual Maryland International Film Festival Begins Thursday
The fourth annual Maryland International Film Festival will take place Thursday through Saturday with screenings and after-parties in downtown Hagerstown.
Drinking New Beer Will Help Improve the Bay
Mixing beer with the Chesapeake Bay may seem counterintuitive to cleaning it up, but Full Tilt Brewing created a new beer to help do just that.
Transgender Marylanders May Have the Option to Receive a New Birth Certificate
Bill passes in both the Senate and House to minimize discrimination
After 15 Uniform Changes, DC United Turns 20
While the team’s red, black and white colors have stayed the same, the team’s uniform has not.
Maryland Undocumented Immigrant Awaits Government Action
As he stood outside the White House last November, Miguel A. Guzman listened with bated breath as President Barack Obama announced immigration policy changes that would protect an estimated 4.4 million undocumented immigrants from deportation and allow Guzman to legally stay in the U.S. with his wife and two young children.
Local Woman Provides Pet Food For Those in Need
A Baltimore County woman is making a huge difference for pet owners by operating a pet food bank. Thankful Paws provides cat and dog food for elderly and homeless pet owners.
Bills Would Require More Transparency, Accountability From Maryland Law Officers
Bills Would Strengthen Review Process for Misconduct, Introduce Body Cameras