Hot Plate: Vito’s expands, Burnt Hill turns one, Fiesta de Clavel, and more
With kids back at school and football returning to the airwaves, local restaurants are gearing up for fall with expansions, events, and more.
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Dan Rodricks: At the Maryland State Fair, another generation of farmers puts on a show
At the Maryland State Fair, young participants of 4-H/Future Farmers of America competitions represent the next generation and the promise of future food for the rest of us.
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How To Write A Novel in 45 Minutes a Day: Q&A with Sam Farhi, Author of ‘The Sapsuckers’
Author Sam Farhi has just launched his debut novel, “The Sapsuckers. We spoke with him about his work, process, and influences.
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Maryland Governor launches AI-assisted community development tool
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s administration has launched a free AI platform that provides neighborhood insights, funding resources and zoning information to entrepreneurs and developers. The Maryland Community Compass – formerly the Maryland…
Touching the third rail of Maryland’s unique healthcare financing system
No state has done more healthcare reform than Maryland. We’ve been part of a massive experiment since the 1970s, which has its own name: The Maryland Model. But that model…
Two Maryland hospitals hit by cyberattack, compromising systems
Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis and Doctors Community Medical Center in Lanham were struck by cyberattacks that are causing some ambulances to reroute where they take non-critical patients. Parent…
How To Write A Novel in 45 Minutes a Day: Q&A with Sam Farhi, Author of ‘The Sapsuckers’
Author Sam Farhi has just launched his debut novel, “The Sapsuckers. We spoke with him about his work, process, and influences.
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — September 3, 2026
Today’s topics include: UMD battles over Terp territory; rabid raccoons spark county response; abandoned boats plague county waters.
Low water levels force closure of Prettyboy Reservoir boat ramp until further notice
Drought conditions dampen the fun for boaters at Prettyboy Reservoir, but other small watercraft are allowed.
Can you bring Poe’s ‘The Raven’ to life? Enter the very first Raven-Off contest!
You don’t even have to memorize it! The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre is holding the first ever Raven-Off competition.
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Friday Afternoon Headlines: 915-pound squash sets Maryland record; Baltimore City College renovations delayed up to year; Slim pickings at Maryland’s pick-your-own apple orchards; and more.
915-pound squash grown in Sykesville sets new Maryland record — The Baltimore Sun Baltimore City College renovations delayed by up to a year — The Baltimore Banner Maryland orchard owner says slim pickings for pick-your-own apples this season — WTOP Suspicious package investigation cleared near Baltimore City Hall, police say — WBAL Shifting Gears: Transit…
Downtown Baltimore ‘elevated social dining’ restaurant closes, hints at ‘new chapter’
Just five months after opening, a downtown Baltimore restaurant has closed. But its owners hinted “a new chapter is coming.”
Baltimore names a new, better smelling, official city tree
Its predecessor — an odorous, invasive species — had been the city’s official tree for more than 50 years.
Hot Plate: Vito’s expands, Burnt Hill turns one, Fiesta de Clavel, and more
With kids back at school and football returning to the airwaves, local restaurants are gearing up for fall with expansions, events, and more.
DNR opening 100+ acres of land to lease for regenerative farming
A new program at the Department of Natural Resources encourages farmers to use regenerative farming practices.
Getting to Charm City Live: road closures and parking restrictions
Anyone planning to attend Charm City Live needs this guide to traffic and road restrictions for Saturday’s festival.
Friday Afternoon Headlines: 915-pound squash sets Maryland record; Baltimore City College renovations delayed up to year; Slim pickings at Maryland’s pick-your-own apple orchards; and more.
915-pound squash grown in Sykesville sets new Maryland record — The Baltimore Sun Baltimore City College renovations delayed by up to a year — The Baltimore Banner Maryland orchard owner says slim pickings for pick-your-own apples this season — WTOP Suspicious package investigation cleared near Baltimore City Hall, police say — WBAL Shifting Gears: Transit…
Friday Morning Headlines: Redistricting ballot question can go before voters, Md. Supreme Court decides; 59 heat-related deaths mean Maryland’s deadliest summer on record; Outlaw the mustang on the loose is captured near Liberty Reservoir; and more.
Redisctring ballot question can go before voters, Md. Supreme Court decides; 59 heat-related deaths mean Maryland’s deadliest summer on record; Outlaw the mustang on the loose is captured near Liberty Reservoir
Thursday Afternoon Headlines: Maryland Supreme Court weighs redistricting amendment; Baltimore agency investigated for fraud; Maryland regulators consider energy efficiency program cuts; and more.
Maryland Supreme Court weighs redistricting amendment as ballot deadline looms — The Baltimore Sun Baltimore agency that placed mom and 6 ‘malnourished’ kids in rowhome investigated for fraud — The Baltimore Banner How low should it go? Maryland regulators weigh energy efficiency program cuts — Maryland Matters Baltimore woman says caregiver hid her father’s death…
Thursday Morning Headlines: Hospitals hit by cyberattack; Gov. Moore defends academic progress despite test scores; Oral arguments today in redistricting case; and more.
Hospitals hit by cyberattack; Gov. Moore defends academic progress despite test scores; Oral arguments today in redistricting case
Wednesday Afternoon Headlines: Eastpoint Mall clears out; One of first Southwest airport lounges opens at BWI; Members leave Owings Mills gun range being used by ICE; and more.
Empty stores and funky smells at the end of Eastpoint Mall — The Baltimore Banner Southwest chooses BWI for one of its first airport lounges — Baltimore Business Journal Some members leave high-end Owings Mills gun range after learning it’s being used by ICE — Baltimore Brew ThriftBooks to close plant, lay off 136 employees…
‘Yes Chef!’ Closes at McHenry Row in Locust Point
Fast-casual restaurant and prepared meal service Yes Chef! has closed at McHenry Row in Locust Point.
