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Traces of Washington's youth may have been found in Va. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 19:47:00 -0400
Evidence suggests first president grew up in relatively comfortable house in Va.

George Washington Foundation director of archaeology David Muraca, left, and GWF research fellow Philip Levy examine evidence of a fire that damaged the Washington family home in 1740. Muraca and Levy led a team that identified and excavated the house at Ferry Farm in Stafford County, Va.

Suspension of correctional officers sought Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:00:00 -0400
Investigation into homicide of man charged in officer's death enters fourth day

NAACP calls for FBI to take larger role in investigation into killing of man charged in P.G. police officer's death

Board to clarify state pension adviser selection process Wed, 2 Jul 2008 18:35:00 -0400
African-American nominee was allegedly treated poorly

The Board of Public Works Wednesday agreed to clarify the appointment process for advisers to the State Retirement and Pension system after complaints that a nominee who would have been the first African-American in that post was treated poorly.

For convicted drug dealer, a smooth getaway Wed, 2 Jul 2008 19:51:00 -0400
No cage, no cuffs, no cell phone, no radio and, for prisoner, no problem

The man who escaped from a state prison van on his way to Baltimore Circuit Court on Tuesday didn't have a very difficult time of it.

O.C. visitors steady despite economic slowdown Wed, 2 Jul 2008 19:28:00 -0400
Despite signs of slowdown, number of weekend visitors remains steady

tables -- a sign that folks, once here, may be eating out a little less.

Cabrera goes the distance as Orioles beat Royals 5-2 Wed, 2 Jul 2008 21:40:00 -0400
Orioles starter pitches his second complete game of season, allowing seven hits and two runs

Daniel Cabrera pitched a seven-hitter to earn his first victory since May 20, Aubrey Huff homered and the Orioles beat Gil Meche and the Kansas City Royals 5-2 Wednesday night.

Phelps drops out of 100 freestyle at Olympic trials Wed, 2 Jul 2008 21:02:00 -0400
In good position for 400 free relay team, Rodgers Forge native will focus on butterfly; Lezak, then Weber-Gale break American record in prelim heats

Jason Lezak and Garrett Weber-Gale set back-to-back American records in the 100-meter freestyle preliminaries at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials, with Michael Phelps going under 48 seconds Wednesday.

Arundel man to admit role in killing of mom's boyfriend Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Son to admit role in killing of mom's boyfriend

Plea from Cindy McKay's son will be 3rd one entered in Anne Arundel homicide

Violent city high school receives $3.6M federal grant Wed, 2 Jul 2008 13:30:00 -0400
W.E.B. Dubois High one of nine violent schools nationwide to receive funding

A Baltimore high school is one of nine violent high schools nationwide to receive millions in federal funding for internships and improving students' career prospects.

City's aging 1st Mariner still brings in acts, money Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
As officials in Baltimore consider a new arena,1st Mariner is doing better than ever

As city officials consider recommendations on a new indoor sports and concert arena, 1st Mariner Arena is doing better than ever. The aging arena that's in need of renovations had its best year financially in 2007 and may surpass that record this year, managers say.

Officers' suspension urged Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:00:00 -0400
Investigation into homicide of man charged in officer's death enters fourth day

The Prince George's County chapter of the NAACP this morning called for the immediate suspension of nine correctional officers who were responsible for the custody of a 19-year-old man found strangled to death in his jail cell Sunday, less than two days after his arrest for allegedly killing a county police officer.

Baltimore police seek 21-year-old man in April slaying Wed, 2 Jul 2008 15:55:00 -0400
Detectives believe the suspected member of Crips gang is armed

Baltimore City police are looking for Kevin Randolph, a 21-year-old man in connection with the April 1 slaying of Darius Bunch.

Police seek man suspected in stabbing at Parkville bar Wed, 2 Jul 2008 10:47:00 -0400
Baltimore County police are looking for information to help identify a suspect who stabbed a man during a fight outside a Parkville bar on May 3.

Severna Park woman pleads guilty to health care fraud Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:12:00 -0400
A Severna Park woman pleaded guilty today in federal court to health care fraud for billing for medical services she did not provide, according to the U.S. attorney's office.

NAACP accuses lenders of biased mortgage practices Wed, 2 Jul 2008 18:47:00 -0400
NAACP accuses lenders, blames rise in foreclosures on predatory actions

NAACP officials Wednesday accused top lenders of discriminatory mortgage practices in a series of protests in Baltimore and cities across the nation.

Son, 20, is 3rd to admit role in killing of mother's boyfriend Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Son to admit role in killing of mom's boyfriend

The 20-year-old son of a brazen con artist who has been convicted of killing her boyfriend and then setting his body on fire is scheduled to plead guilty later this month for his role in that crime, according to court records.

Wetlands license approved for high-speed Internet effort Wed, 2 Jul 2008 15:30:00 -0400
In a step toward improving high-speed Internet access on the Eastern Shore, state officials approved a wetlands permit today allowing optic fiber cable installation over and under Maryland tidal wetlands.

3rd admits role in man's death Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Son to admit role in killing of mom's boyfriend

The 20-year-old son of a brazen con artist who has been convicted of killing her boyfriend and then setting his body on fire is scheduled to plead guilty later this month for his role in that crime, according to court records.

Severna Park woman guilty of health care fraud Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:12:00 -0400
A Severna Park woman pleaded guilty today in federal court to health care fraud for billing for medical services she did not provide, according to the U.S. attorney's office.

Attack on guards draws 2nd life term for convicted killer Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Convicted murderer stabbed prison guards in deal for cash, drugs

A convicted murderer was given a second life sentence yesterday for stabbing three correctional officers in exchange for $1,000 and an ounce of marijuana from fellow inmates at the former Maryland House of Correction in Jessup.

Turn off AC, walk, Arundel tells police Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
In the latest instance of fuel-price-conscious government agencies looking to save money, Anne Arundel County officials are urging police officers to increase foot patrols and refrain from using cruisers' air conditioning as ways to cut down on gasoline use.

Firefighters honored for pulling woman from stormy Chesapeake Bay Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
She was pulled from stormy bay

As rough waves of the Chesapeake Bay battered her face, 26-year-old Patricia Morgan did all she could to keep treading water in the dark and hope someone would find her.

Seventh-grader practices his magic for a grown-up career Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Twelve-year-old amazes old, young with the impossible

As temperatures reach the century mark, the line in front of Hawaiian Shaved Ice in Glen Burnie stretches 20 feet down to the street.

Arundel offers health aid for veterans Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Programs available to soldiers back from Iraq, Afghanistan

Anne Arundel County yesterday became the first local jurisdiction in Maryland to offer free mental health and substance abuse programs to veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

3 teens held in 2 Brooklyn Park carjackings Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Three teenagers were arrested yesterday in connection with two carjackings in Brooklyn Park over three days, including one in which a pregnant woman was punched in the stomach, Anne Arundel County police said.

Brooklyn Park man gets probation in sex assault Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A 19-year-old Brooklyn Park man was sentenced to time served and probation yesterday for attempting to sexually assault a 13-year-old girl in the basement of his grandmother's home.

County to resume at-risk water tests near Fort Meade Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Regional Digest

As a federal dispute intensifies over the cleanup of contaminated drinking water at Fort Meade, Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold announced yesterday that the county will resume its efforts to test at-risk homes in the area.

Suspended judge seems quieter on return Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Lamdin was suspended for remarks from bench; 1st day back is smooth

Presiding over a courtroom for the first time in six weeks, Baltimore County District Judge Bruce S. Lamdin talked yesterday about second chances. He emphasized the importance of learning from mistakes.

School bus accident in Baltimore Co. sends 7 to hospital Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:35:00 -0400
A small bus carrying two children and five adults went off Ebenezer Road and into a ditch and flipped on its side this morning near Chase, Baltimore County police said.

Police seek man suspected in stabbing outside Parkville bar Wed, 2 Jul 2008 10:47:00 -0400
Baltimore County police are looking for information to help identify a suspect who stabbed a man during a fight outside a Parkville bar on May 3.

Resolution seeks windmill rules in Balto. Co. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Resolution seeks windmill rules in Balto. County

Windmills used to provide power to houses would be regulated under a measure being considered by Baltimore County lawmakers.

Foul play ruled out in bones discovery Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Harford County sheriff's deputies have ruled out foul play after the discovery of three human bones and a partial skull in a duffel bag in a Jarrettsville shed last week. One of the bones had a marking, which indicates that it was used for education, authorities said.

Competing to be a local idol Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Daniel Goldstein, 12, belts out his version of "There's No Business Like Show Business" at the Howard County Library Teen Idol Competition. As in past years, middle and high school students belted out numbers for judges, who scored on criteria such as charisma, range, song selection and hitting the right notes.

Day camp staffers delayed calling police to search for missing boy Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Camp staffers delayed calling police to search for missing boy

Kristen Detwiler had just merged onto busy Route 100 in Ellicott City one afternoon last week when she saw a shocking sight: Her 7-year-old autistic son was running against traffic on the right shoulder.

3 staff from GTV, print shop laid off Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Three of 15 people who worked in Howard County government's TV studio and print shop were laid off at the end of the fiscal year Monday, according to county officials.

Boy, 16, convicted of assault in Columbia mall stabbing Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Judge finds youth had role in January stabbing at Columbia mall

Though he was acquitted of attempted murder, a teenager accused in a knife attack on another teen at the Mall in Columbia was convicted yesterday of first-degree assault in Howard County court.

County inspectors head to Midwest flood areas Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Howard County is sending four building inspectors to the Midwest to help evaluate structures damaged by flooding in Louisa County, Iowa.

Howard Neighbors: Four decades of poolside summers Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Howard Neighbors

K en Zachmann became smitten with Columbia in 1969.

July 4th observances Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
There will be plenty of activities Friday in Howard County to celebrate the Fourth of July.

People on the Move Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Kate Easing , most recently a senior general manager at Columbia Mall in Columbia, Mo., has been named senior general manager of The Mall in Columbia.

Health Notes Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center, 5900 Cedar Lane, Columbia, will offer "Look Good ... Feel Better," an American Cancer Society program for women undergoing cancer treatment. Licensed cosmetologists will demonstrate how to manage appearance-related side effects of treatment; participants will receive a free bag of cosmetics.

Volunteer Notes Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Youth, adults needed at Fourth of July fest Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks is accepting applications from youth ages 16 and older and adults interested in volunteering at the county's Fourth of July Festival.

Mission aims to restore Hubble with $900 million upgrade Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
$900 million upgrade in October of space telescope excites scientists

In about two weeks, some 24,000 pounds of what may be the most thoroughly tested and closely inspected hardware on Earth will be packed into custom crates, mounted on flatbed trucks and shipped as "wide load" cargo to Cape Canaveral, Fla.

Investigation goes beyond tomatoes Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
FDA official acknowledges possibility of mistake

Investigators probing the salmonella outbreak that mysteriously keeps infecting Americans have expanded their hunt beyond tomatoes and are looking to see whether other produce may be responsible, federal health officials confirmed yesterday.

Donna M. Brister, 47 Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Nurse, educator

Donna M. Brister, a registered nurse and educator, died Thursday of disseminated intravascular coagulation, a blood disorder, at Sinai Hospital. The Winfield resident was 47.

Carl S. Weinberger Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Age 77 Longtime mechanical engineer was an avid fan of the Colts.

Carl S. Weinberger, a retired mechanical engineer, died of heart failure Saturday at his Timonium home. He was 77.

Evelyn M. Petr, 82 Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Newspaper carrier

Evelyn M. Petr, a retired newspaper carrier and active church member, died Thursday of Parkinson's disease at her daughter's home in Parrish, Fla. The former longtime Cape St. Claire resident was 82.

Dr. Sheldon Goldgeier Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Age 75 He shared duties as Orioles physician from 1966 to 1993 and showed 'warmth and caring' to his patients.

D r. Sheldon Goldgeier, a retired physician whose days as an Orioles team doctor included treating injured tendons as well as bee stings in the upper deck, died of lymphoma Sunday at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The Easton resident was 75.

Bromwell enters federal prison Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Ex-state senator begins 7-year term

Former state Sen. Thomas L. Bromwell, who pleaded guilty to a federal bribery charge last year, reported to a federal prison yesterday to begin serving a seven-year sentence, according to a Bureau of Prisons spokesman.

More staying home for holiday weekend Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400
AAA Mid-Atlantic expects fewer Marylanders than last year will be traveling far during the holiday weekend.

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