Firefighter Celebrated + Bay Bridge Debated + Police K9 Dies: MD Top News

MARYLAND — Maryland recently recognized a firefighter for his 70 years of service. A Bay Bridge town hall resumed the debate over a potential third span, and a retired police K9 died. Other top articles covered Old Bay, the Terps, railroad news and a lottery win.

Here are the biggest stories of the week:

Odenton Firefighter Celebrates 70 Years Of Service

A firefighter celebrated his 70th year of service in Anne Arundel County. The hall of famer has been an officer for at least six decades.

Bay Bridge Town Hall Addresses Potential 3rd Span

Do you want a third span of the Bay Bridge? Marylanders shared their thoughts at the state's last town hall on the proposal.

Retired MoCo K9 Officer Dies Following Serious Medical Emergency

Montgomery County Police are mourning the death of K9 Harper, who retired after serving seven years in the department.

Old Bay Caramel Seasoning Now On Sale In Maryland

Old Bay just announced a new fall flavor. Fans can sprinkle Old Bay Caramel Seasoning on their seafood and sweets rather than pumpkin spice.

UMD Renames Football Field SECU Stadium After $11M Deal

Say goodbye to the name "Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium." The Terps renamed their football field after an $11 million deal.

Railroad Strike Averted, MARC Train Will Run As Normal In MD

Maryland trains no longer face cancellations. Rail companies and their unions reached a deal to prevent a national strike.

Purple Line Work Resumes In Montgomery, Prince George's Counties

The 16-mile light rail line will connect job centers and densely populated neighborhoods in Prince George's and Montgomery counties.

$100K Lottery Win Allows Bel Air Couple To Retire For Good

A Bel Air couple can finally fully retire after winning $100,000 in the Aug. 31 Powerball drawing.

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Schools

• School Snow Days Could Soon Have Virtual Classes In Anne Arundel County
• School Redistricting Plan Upsets Howard County Families, Affects 2,500
• Anne Arundel County Teachers Get New Contract After Arbitration
• New 3-Year Contract Ratified By PGCEA Members
• $76.4M FY24 Capital Budget Proposed For HCPSS

Crime And Safety

• DC Sniper Lee Boyd Malvo Denied Parole In Virginia 20 Years After Killings
• 13-Year-Old Faces 2nd Degree Attempted Murder Charges, Shot At Kids
• MD Shooting Of 5 Was Murder-Suicide, Authorities Say: Report
• Harford Co. Man Charged With Murder In Death Of 63-Year-Old: Police
• Attempted Murder Charge Filed In Shooting At Silver Spring Gas Station

Police And Fire

• Man Hit While Crawling In Street, Pronounced Dead In Severn: Police
• Hit-And-Run Crash Claims Gambrills Woman's Life In Linthicum: Police
• Woman Hit, Killed While Walking Down Route 29: Howard County Police
• Bicyclist Killed By Driver Along Indian Head Highway: Police

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