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    Maryland agriculture secretary charged with illegal bird hunting
    Police charged Joseph Bartenfelder for hunting wetland or upland game birds “with the aid of bait or on or over any baited area,” which carries a minimum $500 fine and a maximum of $1500 for a first offense.
    Joseph Bartenfelder serve as Secretary of Agriculture
    Smith Island changed course after devastation of Hurricane Sandy in 2012
    From Hurricane Sandy, Smith Island took away lessons that defined the next decade of construction.
    EWELL, MD - AUGUST 22:  The sun sets behind a fishing boat on August 22, 2011 in Ewell, Smith Island, Maryland.  on August 22, 2011 in Ewell, Smith Island, Maryland.
    Orioles manager Brandon Hyde talks offseason plans | The Adam Jones Podcast
    Orioles manager Brandon Hyde discusses the next generation of Orioles, his friendship with Ravens coach John Harbaugh and how the team will navigate this offseason.
    Manager Brandon Hyde #18 of the Baltimore Orioles looks on during the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 8, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.
    A guide to the best experiences, not stuff, to give the person who has everything
    These gifts offer the chance to explore the best of what the area has to offer, around Baltimore and beyond.
    Illustration for The Baltimore Banner's gift guide
    Most of Maryland’s congressional incumbents hang onto their seats
    All but one of Maryland’s congressional incumbents cruised to victory Tuesday, with Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen fending off a challenge from Republican Chris Chaffee and Congressman Andy Harris— the lone Republican in the state’s congressional delegation— besting Democrat Heather Mizeur.
    A photo of the light stone U.S. Capitol building. The photo is taken from the bottom of stairs leading into the building looking up at the Capitol dome. Two uniformed police officers stand on the steps.
    Authorities say 5 dead in Charles County murder-suicide
    The five deceased individuals were found inside the La Plata residence Friday afternoon when an unidentified homeowner arrived after work.
    Surefire spots to enjoy the fall foliage before it disappears
    Some quick, last-minute places to catch the colorful blooming of fall.
    Federal Hill Park
    Maryland Health Department mismanaged contractor, overpaid $223.5 million in claims, audit finds
    The audit found the state never vetted subcontractors, ignored warnings about the vendor from a current customer, and failed to test the vendor’s system for processing behavioral health claims before launching it.
    Gov. Larry Hogan today announced the nomination of Dennis R. Schrader as Secretary of the Maryland Health Dept.   Schrader has served as the Acting Secretary since December 2020, replacing Robert R. Neall, who retired.
    Heather Mizeur, Democratic challenger to U.S. Rep. Harris, defends abortion rights
    Heather Mizeur is running to become the next U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 1st Congressional District and claims the incumbent, Congressman Andy Harris, is an extremist.
    Congressman Andy Harris and Heather Mizeur, 1st District Democratic Congressional candidate..
    New documentaries on Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman premiere on Maryland Public Television
    Oscar-nominated documentarian Stanley Nelson said he hopes viewers take away something new about the formidable Black icons.
    An exhibit on Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass is on display at the President Street Station during an open house on 8/18/22. Maryland Public Television is premiering new documentaries on the prominent Marylanders in October, 2022.
    Health department pulls requests to outsource services at Western Maryland Hospital Center
    The health department plans to proceed with the contracts through standard procurement procedures, according to the agency secretary.
    The Western Maryland Hospital Center, with 123 beds, cares for a wide range of patients. It would be closed under a state plan.
    Banner political notes: Help for renters; Towson U protest; grabbing a cold one
    Baltimore is committing more money to help residents facing eviction following pressure from housing advocates and news coverage.
    Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
    During Maryland’s election season, campaign trails intersect at annual Crisfield crab feast
    Current governor and potential future governors were among those at the J. Millard Tawes Crab & Clam Bake in Crisfield.
    Dan Cox, in a blue shirt, shakes hands with Wes Moore, in a gray shirt, in front of a tent with Maryland and United States flags.
    Weekend news quiz — how closely did you follow the news this week?
    Test your memory by taking our quiz.
    Baltimore Banner news quiz
    Field of dreams: Queenstown couple transform cornfield into wildflower meadow
    Anne Habberton and Jon Shaw turned about 30 acres of farmland into a meadow of native wildflowers and have deepened their bond with the land.
    Jon atop Domino in the pollinator fields at the Emory Farm on August 4th, 2022 in Queenstown Maryland
    Photos: Queenstown farm erupts with acres of wildflower blooms
    Local photographer Benjamin C Tankersley documents Wye Farm, where about 30 acres of farmland were transformed into a meadow of native wildflowers.
    Black eyed susan and butterfly weed in a field in the back quarter at the Emory Farm on August 3rd, 2022 in Queenstown Maryland
    Officials: Fatal shooting of family of 5 was murder-suicide
    Officials with the Cecil County Sheriff’s Office say Marcus Milligan killed his wife and three children, then himself.
    Law enforcement gather at the scene Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, in Elk Mills, Md., about 60 miles (97 km) northeast of Baltimore. Five people were found dead inside a home in northeastern Maryland on Friday after deputies were called to investigate a report of a shooting, authorities said.
    Sheriff identifies two parents, three children found shot to death in Cecil County home
    An unnamed man had called 911 on Friday morning from the Elk Mills home to report that a woman and three children had been shot and were dead, the sheriff’s office said. A handgun was found near the father's body.
    Cecil County Sheriff Scott Adams speaks at a news conference on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 in Elkton, Md., about five people, including three children, who were found dead with gunshot wounds at a home in Elk Mills, Md., earlier in the day. Chief Deputy Gerald Widdoes is standing left.
    Three children among five found shot to death in Cecil County home, sheriff says
    Police said there was no threat to the public.
    Law enforcement gather at the scene Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, in Elk Mills, Md., about 60 miles (97 km) northeast of Baltimore. Five people were found dead inside a home in northeastern Maryland on Friday after deputies were called to investigate a report of a shooting, authorities said.
    Thousands died from drug overdoses in Maryland, but fatalities declined slightly
    Maryland Department of Health data shows the vast majority of overdose deaths stemmed from fentanyl.
    A fentanyl test strip is used to detect fentanyl in a drug sample. Such test strips cost about $1 apiece. Jesse Costa/WBUR.
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