Maryland’s Joan Vassos makes debut on ABC’s ‘The Golden Bachelorette’

There will be no Maryland love connection on “The Golden Bachelorette,” which premiered Wednesday night on ABC with 24 suitors vying for the affections of 61-year-old Joan Vassos. The Maryland grandmother sent home six bachelors on the first episode, including Pablo, a 63-year-old retired UN agency director originally from Buenos Aires who now lives in…

Bel Air Costco plans not approved; revised traffic study requested

Plans for the Bel Air Costco were not approved during a Development Advisory Committee hearing Wednesday after committee members requested that a revised Traffic Impact Study and numerous other changes be made to the plans. Revisions requested by the committee included road improvements and realignments, along with minor things like clarification on certain items and changes…

Hezbollah leader says attack on devices crossed ‘red line,’ vows to retaliate against Israel

By KAREEM CHEHAYEB and BASSEM MROUE BEIRUT (AP) — The leader of Lebanon’s Hezbollah said Thursday the mass bombing attack against it using its communications devices was a “severe blow” and said Israel had crossed a “red line.” But he said the group would continue its daily strikes into northern Israel, vowing Israelis would not…

Blinken says surprise escalations threaten to derail talks for a cease-fire in Gaza

By ELLEN KNICKMEYER Associated Press CAIRO (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed frustration Wednesday at surprise escalations that threaten to derail efforts to broker a cease-fire deal in Gaza, noting that the United States is assessing a deadly attack that caused pagers used by Hezbollah to explode in Lebanon. Blinken spoke to…

Harford County Schools update bag policy for athletic events after Joppatowne shooting

Harford County Public Schools implemented new bag requirements for all spectators attending athletic events at middle and high schools to “enhance safety and security” in the wake of a fatal shooting at Joppatowne High School this month. The school system had said Thursday that all bags would be prohibited at its athletic events starting Friday,…

Department of Justice files lawsuit against owners of cargo ship Dali, seeking over $100 million related to Key Bridge collapse

The cargo ship Dali’s transformer was “jury-rigged” and had “cracked over time” and its backup transformer was unable to help because a safety feature had been “recklessly disabled,” contributing to the vessel ultimately knocking down the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday by the United States Department of Justice. The civil…

Florida will launch criminal probe into apparent assassination attempt of Trump, governor says

By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and STEPHANY MATAT Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Florida law enforcement will launch a criminal investigation of the apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Tuesday. The state-level probe will run parallel to the federal investigation into Ryan Wesley Routh, who was charged…

Man killed in Saturday shooting in North Baltimore identified as housing authority tech: ‘He was just a funny guy’

Friends and neighbors of Reginald Bernard Harrod said they were shocked and confused after the 59-year-old was fatally shot Saturday night outside his North Baltimore home. Harrod, who mainly went by his middle name, was remembered as a friendly face on Springfield Avenue, a small street off The Alameda on the edge of the Original…

Maps: See potential paths of Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project power lines

Ahead of a required application to state regulators expected by the end of the year, contractor PSEG has identified 10 potential routes for transmission lines regional electrical grid operator PJM says are needed amid power plant retirements and growing demand as part of the controversial Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project. While the exact path is to…

Howard County Times high school sports Team of the Week and Game Balls for Sept. 6-14

Each week, the Howard County Times will pick a Team of the Week and hand out five game balls to the top performers through all sports across the county. Team of the Week Wilde Lake football: The Wildecats have started the season with wins over Long Reach and Centennial. Wilde Lake came from behind to…

Dolphins to sign quarterback Tyler Huntley after Tua Tagovailoa’s concussion, report says

In the wake of Tua Tagovailoa’s concussion Thursday night, there was a lot of speculation about which quarterback the Miami Dolphins would sign. Now we know. The Dolphins are signing Tyler Huntley off the Baltimore Ravens practice squad, according to an NFL Network report Monday morning. Huntley makes a South Florida homecoming after playing his…

The presidential campaign moves forward after another apparent attempt on Trump’s life

By MICHELLE L. PRICE and WILL WEISSERT Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Monday marks 50 days until the 2024 presidential election in a campaign that was already among the most turbulent in American history even before Donald Trump faced an apparent assassination attempt for the second time. The potential attempt on Trump’s life came nine weeks after the…

Ravens vs. Raiders live updates: Everything you need to know for home opener

The Ravens host the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at 1 p.m. in Baltimore’s home opener at M&T Bank Stadium. Entering Week 2 of the NFL season, the Ravens are coming off a 27-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the league’s season opener, while the Raiders are also 0-1 after a 22-10 defeat…

Orioles reinstate OF Heston Kjerstad, RHP Jacob Webb off injured list

DETROIT — The Orioles’ offense needs a boost. They’re hoping Heston Kjerstad can provide one. The Orioles on Sunday morning reinstated Kjerstad off the injured list before their series finale against the Tigers on Sunday afternoon. Baltimore’s bats haven’t been as potent in the second half, but they’ve been even worse in September. The Orioles…

Baltimore weather: Chances of showers expected throughout week

Showers will be likely throughout the week coming off a warm, sunny weekend in the Baltimore area. Sunday will remain sunny and clear with a high near 84 degrees and winds ranging from 7 to 10 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service. Sunday night will be mostly clear with a low around…

Dayhoff: Sixteenth annual Philanthropists of the Year Awards to be presented Sept. 25

On the evening of Sept. 25, the Community Foundation of Carroll County will present the 16th annual Carroll County Philanthropists of the Year Awards at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., in Westminster. Community Foundation spokesperson Sharon Tillman said in a recent email interview that the theme for the Class of 2024 is,…

An Eye for Art: Uniontown conceptual artist sees collection as ‘ongoing personal therapy’

JordanRiver Michaels, a conceptual artist living in Uniontown, is putting Carroll County on the global map with his contemporary work. When he was a child, Michaels was tested for dyslexia. His parents were told he would improve his social skills and handwriting if he took art classes. His grandmother’s friend studied oil painting and Michaels…

Efficiency review only works with Congress on board | READER COMMENTARY

Former President Donald Trump’s stated desire to establish a commission headed by Elon Musk on government efficiency and waste is a great idea, but only if Congress agrees to implement suggested proposals (“Trump economic plan may give Musk sway over rules that govern his companies,” Sept. 6). One should recall that President Ronald Reagan did…

How Baltimore can better assist unhoused people | READER COMMENTARY

The recent article by Emily Opilo highlights services provided to Baltimore’s ever-growing homeless population (“OIG report: Baltimore overpaid vendors $460K for homeless services,” Sept. 11). It really goes back to the old-fashioned way of assisting this population, but I believe there are alternatives. Depending on which statistics you use in calculating the number of homeless…

Challenge to Baltimore’s Harborplace ballot question has court hearing set for Monday

A legal challenge to the wording of a ballot question needed for the redevelopment of Harborplace will be heard by an Anne Arundel County judge next week. A hearing has been scheduled for Monday before Circuit Court Judge Cathleen Vitale to consider the challenge, filed by former mayoral candidate Thiru Vignarajah on behalf of a…

The best infant car seats for peace of mind on the road

Which infant car seats are best? When you’re traveling with your little one, safety is always the top priority. So choosing the right infant car seat is extremely important. An infant car seat should have all the essential safety features to keep your baby safe, but it should also be comfortable, so your child doesn’t…

Osprey starvation in the Chesapeake Bay spurs renewed debate about fish harvest

The Owl Moon Raptor Center in Boyds in Montgomery County usually takes in about 50 ospreys a year for a mix of reasons, such as fishing line entanglements. But this year more than 80 of the birds were admitted, most of them young and battling starvation. Many of the chicks and juvenile birds died shortly thereafter, said…

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