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Rockville businessman Roger Silverman dies at 72

Silverman was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed skiing and tennis.

Laurel AA group seeks new home after fire

A new nonprofit, potential 15-year lease, and a proposed $500,000 state grant could restore a full schedule of 12-step meetings and create room for other recovery groups in Laurel.

Spring Bazaar and 11 More Events Coming to Arnold

Catch up on the latest happenings around town, from a City Council meeting to a Director's Monthly Meeting.

Westminster nonprofit sends care packages to troops overseas

Carroll County-based America's Warriors Care Package Projects ships over 1,000 boxes annually to support service members

Mass Market Paperbacks Fade, But Reading Lives On

The iconic format is disappearing from shelves, but the heart of reading remains in local bookstores.

St. Patrick's Hooley at Fluegel Alumni Center Celebrates 50 Years

Arnold community gathers for annual Irish festival with music, food, and festivities

Maryland Celebrates St. Patrick's Day 2026 with Parades, Festivals, and More

From Annapolis to Ocean City, communities across the state are hosting a variety of Irish-themed events.

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

Havre de Grace Winters Farmers Market celebrates 50 years

The local natural foods co-op has been a community staple since 1975.

Baltimore Residents Oppose City's Deer Management Program

Residents say the city should use less harsh methods to control deer overpopulation.

Avalon Foundation and ESLC Bring Art to Annapolis to Advocate for Open Space

Plein Air paintings used as a tool to spark conservation conversations with Maryland lawmakers

Public Voting Opens for Kent County Public Art Project

Five finalist artists announced for new Gateway public art installation in Chestertown

Hyattsville Celebrates 50 Years of Rainbow Grocery Cooperative

The community-focused natural foods store marks a major milestone in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood.

Upcoming Events in Garrett County, Maryland

From library outreach to trivia nights, the Deep Creek Lake region has plenty to do this spring.

Silver Spring Ranked America's Most Diverse City for 2026

Maryland cities dominate top diversity rankings nationwide

Frederick Man Brings Joy Through Carillon Music

John Widmann has served as the city carillonneur for over 30 years, playing an 80-year-old instrument every Sunday.

Residents Asked to Provide Input on Bus Stop Art Installation

City officials seek feedback on proposed public art piece at Revolution Street bus shelter

Baltimore's Former Greyhound Station Transformed Into SquashWise Center

Nonprofit SquashWise opens new community hub in historic bus terminal building

Baltimore Seafood Restaurant Fires Back at Anti-American HuffPost Olympics Article

Owner's patriotic response to social media post goes viral, reflecting immigrant family's pride in American dream and Olympic success.

Spring Festivals Bloom Across the Chesapeake

From chocolate crawls to poetry slams, the region celebrates the season with a variety of family-friendly events.