National Dog Day, New Businesses, Church Donation: MD Good News

MARYLAND — A Maryland town will celebrate National Dog Day in grand fashion. Residents are also cheering one upcoming restaurant and two new retailers.

In other news, a local church is donating to Haitian earthquake victims. The United States Naval Academy will also rally the community this weekend with one of its most famous traditions. Additionally, Ellicott City has plans to reduce its flooding.

These are the week's most paws-itive stories:

Dog Day Celebrated With Pet-Friendly Events At National Harbor

Bring your puppy to National Harbor to celebrate dog day on Aug. 26. The event will feature pooch performances, experiences and discounts.

New Italian Restaurant Opening In Perry Hall

A family-style Italian restaurant called Massoni's is opening soon on Belair Road.

Spirit Halloween Store To Open On The Avenue At White Marsh

The Halloween-themed business is hiring for its store opening where A.C. Moore used to be.

Urban Outfitters Opens In Annapolis Mall

Urban Outfitters just opened at the Annapolis mall. The modern clothing store also sells accessories, home furnishings and lifestyle items.

Prince George's County Church Donates To Haiti Earthquake Victims

A Haitian church in Adelphi is collecting food, clothing and money donations for the victims of the 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Haiti.

Midshipman Monument Climb Happens This Weekend At Naval Academy

Midshipmen will scale the Herndon Monument in Annapolis this weekend. The years-old Naval Academy tradition marks the end of plebe year.

Flood Mitigation Pond To Protect Ellicott City Has Groundbreaking

Plans for the H7 Dry Flood Mitigation Pond were revealed Monday at a groundbreaking. The pond will help alleviate flooding in Ellicott City.

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