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Showing posts with label Newspapers Baltimore Sun. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Newspapers Baltimore Sun. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 07, 2016

Baltimore Sun: Gov. Larry Hogan, Annapolis leaders praise new Baltimore mayor

Baltimore Sun: Gov. Larry Hogan, Annapolis leaders praise new Baltimore mayor http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/politics/bs-md-hogan-pugh-inauguration-20161206-story.html Article by Erin Cox Wednesday, December 7, 2016

This is a great turn of events. We all benefit and move the ball forward when we set aside partisan politics and work together. Mayor Pugh is where she is today because she works hard, does her homework, is nice to people and does not play partisan politics. She has depth and integrity, knows the issues, and how to put folks together to solve problems.

I actually had expected great things from Mayor Catherine Pugh’s predecessor, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake. I had worked with her dad, "Pete" Rawlings, in Annapolis on a number of municipal issues and I really enjoyed working with him. Sadly, I was disappointed with SRB’s tenure in office. I sincerely hope she takes advantage of her time in the desert to reflect upon how she may come back, and serve again by building upon her strengths and addressing the lessons learn. Only time will tell. 

For a great article on Mayor Rawlings-Blake, read Barry Rascovar’s story, “The Disappointing Mayoralty of Stephanie Rawlings-Blake: http://politicalmaryland.com/2016/12/05/the-disappointing-mayoralty-of-stephanie-rawlings-blake/ - KED

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Meanwhile, according to Erin Cox:

"Republican Gov. Larry Hogan on Tuesday delivered an emphatic endorsement of Baltimore's new Democratic Mayor Catherine Pugh, praising her relentless energy and saying the pair 'have a shared purpose and share a commitment' to improve the city.

'This morning, I am incredibly hopeful about the future,' Hogan said during brief remarks at her inauguration ceremony. 'Mayor Pugh and I have a shared vision for Baltimore.' [...]

Hogan called Pugh's inauguration a 'very important day for Baltimore' and suggested her administration would better weather problems that beleaguer the city. He said they both want to eliminate disparities, raze dilapidated houses and invigorate the city's economy.

'Baltimore has endured through some difficult times,' he said. 'But it is when the challenges are greatest that effective leadership is needed the most.'

From the stage, Pugh reciprocated Hogan's promise to work together, turning from the crowd to directly address just him minutes after taking the oath of office...

The exchange, plus the bi-partisan spread of elected officials sharing a stage at the War Memorial ceremony, highlighted the incoming mayor's pragmatism and relationships cemented over two decades in public office."


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Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Baltimore Sun: Freddie Gray case: Baltimore Police Officer Edward Nero found not guilty of all charges

Baltimore Sun: Freddie Gray case: Baltimore Police Officer Edward Nero found not guilty of all charges


Officer Edward Nero found not guilty on all four charges related to the arrest and death of Freddie Gray.

Baltimore Circuit Judge Barry Williams on Monday acquitted Officer Edward Nero of all counts for his role in the arrest and death of Freddie Gray.

The judgment, following a five-day bench trial, is the first in the closely-watched case. Nero, 30, faced four misdemeanor charges of second-degree assault, reckless endangerment and two counts of misconduct in office.

Prosecutors had argued that Nero committed an assault by detaining Gray without justification, while the reckless endangerment charge related to Nero's role in putting Gray into an arrest wagon without buckling a seat belt. In closing arguments Thursday, Williams had skeptically questioned prosecutors about their theory of assault, which legal experts said was unprecedented.

Nero leaned forward after the verdict was read, and wiped his eyes. He hugged his attorneys.

Billy Murphy, the attorney for the Gray family, commended Williams for not bowing to public pressure.

Williams "stood tall and did what he believed was just" while "very careful" to make clear findings specific to Nero case," Murphy said. "He had a job to do and he did it."

Nero, a former New Jersey volunteer firefighter who joined the Baltimore Police Department in 2012, is one of three officers who were on bike patrol when they chased and arrested Gray in West Baltimore.


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Sunday, October 11, 2015

Baltimore Sun 1918 The Flu - The disease that shook Baltimore


Baltimore Sun 1918 The Flu - The disease that shook Baltimore




Living with the ramifications of the deadly Spanish flu of 1918
Living with the ramifications of the deadly Spanish flu of 1918
KEVIN. E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM
It was Oct. 11, 1918, and the headline of the Democratic Advocate addressed the local impact of the Great Influenza Pandemic of 1918. The headline read, "The Grip Epidemic: Disease Spreading, But No Occasion for Panic," according to research for the Historical Society of Carroll County by historian...
The sniffling and coughing season
The sniffling and coughing season
Our view: Vaccination is still the best defense against this year's outbreak of flu
Maryland needs mandatory flu vaccination
Maryland needs mandatory flu vaccination
PEARLENE LEE
Maryland should implement mandatory influenza vaccination for children in licensed child care and preschool programs. Influenza, a serious preventable viral disease that peaks in frequency during the winter season, is associated with high morbidity and mortality in younger children and the elderly....
Flu declared epidemic by CDC
Flu declared epidemic by CDC
ANDREA K. WALKER, THE BALTIMORE SUN
Season hit earlier and harder than previous years
Ravens won't let flu take them down
Ravens won't let flu take them down
ANDREA K. WALKER, THE BALTIMORE SUN
Many NFL athletes play through the illness

UM researchers study how flu is spread
UM researchers study how flu is spread
ANDREA K. WALKER, THE BALTIMORE SUN
Raise questions about direct and indirect contact
Flu research could bring better vaccine for old and young
Flu research could bring better vaccine for old and young
MEREDITH COHN
Every year, thousands of seniors across the U.S. die of flu complications. But Johns Hopkins University researchers say they are developing a way to boost the power of the seasonal influenza vaccine for elderly patients. "This is a very vulnerable population, and this may be a better way to protect...
Flu is hitting Maryland earlier and harder
Flu is hitting Maryland earlier and harder
MEREDITH COHN
The flu season is off to an earlier and stronger start, sending 2,300 people to the hospital with influenza-like symptoms in Maryland, accounting for about 4.9 percent of all emergency department visits, according to state data collected from some participating medical providers.Nationally, about...
State reports first West Nile Virus death of season
State reports first West Nile Virus death of season
MEREDITH COHN
So far this season, 29 cases of West Nile have been reported, up from 6 last year
Maryland, Hopkins win CDC funds to fight germs
Maryland, Hopkins win CDC funds to fight germs
MEREDITH COHN
Two local institutions gain dollars under U.S. program to prevent spread of infection
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Saturday, July 25, 2015

We Bid Farewell to Aaron Wilson | Russell Street Report

We Bid Farewell to Aaron Wilson | Russell Street Report:

Sad for us. Great for the Houston Chronicle. SMH. I wish we could keep talent like this in Maryland.

LOMBARDI'S WAY

We Bid Farewell to Aaron Wilson

Tony Lombardi Posted 14 minutes ago in LOMBARDI'S WAY

http://russellstreetreport.com/2015/07/25/lombardis-way/we-bid-farewell-to-aaron-wilson/

"Back in 2005 I approached Aaron Wilson, then a beat writer for the Carroll County Times covering the Baltimore Ravens, about collaborating in some way. I sought to bring more volume and legitimacy to Ravens24x7.com and who better to do that than Wilson?

Since Aaron’s first assignment in Baltimore covering the 2001 NFL Draft, he has always been a beast with a work ethic second to none. His tenacity and tirelessness command the respect of his peers, the team he covers and of course the many fans who consider him to be the premier source for Ravens information.

With the permission of the Carroll County Times, specifically Aaron’s editor Bob Blubaugh, we were able to work out a mutually beneficial partnership."

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Tuesday, June 09, 2015

Kevin Rector - The Baltimore Sun: Baltimore prosecutor asked police to target area where Freddie Gray was arrested

Baltimore prosecutor asked police to target area where Freddie Gray was arrested

Defense lawyers for police officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray while in police custody have called for Marilyn Mosby to step down as prosecutor, citing an email calling for increased police activity.

By Kevin Rector The Baltimore Sun

Marilyn Mosby asked police to target corner where Freddie Gray ran.



About three weeks before Freddie Gray was chased from a West Baltimore corner by three Baltimore police officers — the start of a fatal encounter — the office of prosecutor Marilyn Mosby asked police to target the intersection with "enhanced" drug enforcement efforts, court documents show.

"State's Attorney Mosby asked me to look into community concerns regarding drug dealing in the area of North Ave and Mount St," Joshua Rosenblatt, division chief of Mosby's Crime Strategies Unit, wrote in a March 17 email to a Western District police commander.

The email was disclosed for the first time Tuesday in a motion filed in Baltimore Circuit Court by defense attorneys for the six officers being prosecuted in Gray's arrest and death. The attorneys said Mosby's involvement in the police initiative means that she should be removed from the case.

"Mrs. Mosby herself is now an integral part of the story and as such is a central witness," the defense attorneys argued. "This is a case where the witness and the prosecutor are one and the same."

Mosby, through spokeswoman Rochelle Ritchie, said, "Consistent with our prosecutorial obligations, we will litigate this case in the courtroom and not in the media." Mosby's office received the motion Tuesday afternoon, Ritchie said… Read more: http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/crime/blog/bs-md-ci-mosby-email-20150609-story.html?track=rss#page=1
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Monday, January 12, 2015

The Sun might have it close to correct.... Hogan's fringe flank

The Sun might have it close to correct.... Hogan's fringe flank

Go to the website for the complete editorial… http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/editorial/bs-ed-gop-extreme-20150112-story.html

January 12, 2015 Monday - - This week the New York Times held up Gov.-elect Larry Hogan as an exemplar of Republicans turning away from the ideologically-driven tea party politics of 2010 and toward pragmatism. The Times identified a new breed of governors in that mold, not just in blue states like Maryland and Illinois but in solidly red ones like Tennessee as well. Mr. Hogan is quoted in the article saying his victory "had nothing to do with partisan politics" and that he did not plan "to push [Maryland] in a conservative direction." At least initially, it seemed like he would have some room to maneuver in a state Republican Party that also saw victories by a trio of socially moderate, fiscally conservative county executives in Anne Arundel, Harford and Howard counties.

But the divisive wing of the state GOP is, apparently, not quite ready to hold its tongue.

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And finally, we have the case of Robin Frazier, the former Carroll County commissioner. She lost her re-election bid last year but saw her political career resurrected when the county's Republican Central Committee picked her for the state Senate seat being vacated by Joe Getty, who is taking a post in the Hogan administration. Should Mr. Hogan confirm the committee's choice, as governors almost always do, he will see an even-keeled and articulate spokesman for his agenda in the Senate replaced by someone whose claim to fame is her pledge to go to jail rather than omit the word "Jesus" from a prayer at the start of a commission meeting. What makes the choice all the more inexplicable is that the committee members passed over the well qualified and eminently reasonable Del. Justin Ready. It's almost as if they don't want the governor to succeed.

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Mr. Hogan won election by avoiding divisive social issues and focusing on a centrist agenda of fiscal conservatism and economic growth. But apparently that memo hasn't trickled down to all corners of the state GOP just yet. The governor-elect has a golden opportunity to build a competitive Maryland Republican Party, so long as his fellow Republicans don't get in the way.

Go to the website for the complete editorial…


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Thursday, May 01, 2014

Baltimore Sun Media Group buys The Capital in Annapolis and the Carroll County Times



May 1, 2014 | 11:13 AM The Baltimore Sun Media Group announced today that it purchased The Capital in Annapolis, the Carroll County Times and the Maryland publications and websites affiliated with those news organizations from Landmark Media Enterprises.... Read more: http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/bal-baltimore-sun-media-group-buys-the-capital-in-annapolis-and-the-carroll-county-times,0,1541424.story

Carroll County Times Breaking News: Sun group acquires Times, Capital


The Baltimore Sun Media Group this morning announced it has purchased Landmark Community Newspapers of Maryland, publishers of the Carroll County Times, from Landmark Publishing…

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Saturday, March 15, 2014

The Sun sets on Red Maryland By Jeff Quinton on March 11, 2014

The Sun sets on Red Maryland By Jeff Quinton on March 11, 2014


Over the weekend I wrote about the evolving situation that started off when Joe Steffen wrote about Red Maryland the previous Sunday. Joe Steffen went after Red Maryland. He accused them of running a protection racket in the way they were soliciting advertising for their radio shows.

He also criticized them for Mark Newgent, a Red Maryland contributor, and Jackie Wellfonder, a Red Maryland Network host, doing consulting work. Additionally, Wellfonder’s and Red Maryland’s early support for Larry Hogan was mentioned. Later that week, Michael Swartz inserted himself into the situation and then Red Maryland responded to Steffen’s claims and denied his allegations of a “protection racket” while seemingly implying that they might pursue legal action.

As I noted in my Saturday piece, it appeared to me that Red Maryland’s early Friday response was a result of The Baltimore Sun saying something to them. I received a no comment from a Red Maryland contributor late Friday when I asked if the Sun had contacted them. As it turns out, there was a good reason for that.

Yesterday, Media Matters reported on the events of March 7:


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One veteran politico noted that the marketing email was “just dumb” and a “questionable” decision. This same politico noted that:

Those guys were still thinking and behaving like bloggers. The Sun relationship required that they change their thinking.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Recent articles by Kevin E. Dayhoff in the Carroll County section of the Baltimore Sun

Recent articles by Kevin E. Dayhoff in the Carroll Co. section 

of the Baltimore Sun



http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2013/07/recent-articles-by-kevin-e-dayhoff-in.html


Westminster Municipal Band led a hot time in Ocean City

... cost 20 cents; a pound of peanut butter, 21 cents; and two cans of tomatoes were 15 cents." A washed-out trumpet player, Kevin Dayhoff now parades in his pajamas at his keyboard. When he's not busy with that, he may be reached at

Soldiers and civilians shared common ground in Carroll during Civil War [Eagle Archives]

... Carroll County should be proud of its thoughtful approach of paying the proper homage and respect to a horrible conflict 150 years ago. When he is not at the Union Mills Homestead enjoying the exhibits, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Timber Ridge burns its mortgage [Eagle Archive]

... Rent for a one-bedroom unit was $122.94, and a two-bedroom unit rented for $221.94. When not reading "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury while listening to "Fire" by Arthur Brown, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached by smoke signals or

Church property considered for site of Westminster Library in 1972 [Eagle Archive]

... could 'pep up the center of town.' " The current 40,000-square-foot library facility opened on the former church property in March 1980. When he is not roaming the stacks of the Westminster library, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Carroll County loses a goodwill ambassador [Eagle Archive]

... care during our trying time. Donations of any amount will be accepted at both viewings to benefit this most worthy cause." When not reminiscing about the good old days in the Carroll County Office Building, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Raise the flag to salute America [Eagle Archive]

Raise the flag to salute America [Eagle Archive]
... across the globe and pay humble tribute to this enduring American symbol and celebrate the hope and ideals that it embodies. When he is not immersed in studying the history and trivia of the U.S. flag, KevinDayhoff may be reached at

In May 1979, a tornado battered Westminster [Eagle Archive]

In May 1979, a tornado battered Westminster [Eagle Archive]
... William Donald Schaffer, as well as Gov. Harry Hughes and U.S. Rep. Beverly Byron all offered assistance. When he's not hiding in the basement of his house any time he hears the wind howling outside, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archives: Standard, aka junk, mail goes back to 19th century

Eagle Archives: Standard, aka junk, mail goes back to 19th century
... mail marketers to increase the number of sales pitches they send by standard mail…" Now isn't that just special … Unbelievable. When smoke is not coming out of ears over junk mail, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archive: McDaniel talk offers glimpse into history of 'Presidents Club'

Eagle Archive: McDaniel talk offers glimpse into history of 'Presidents Club'
... with our (McDaniel) Office of Communications & Marketing… bring these bestselling writers and this book conversation to our campus." When he is not lost in the pages of The Presidents Club, Kevin Dayhoffmay be reached at

Prettyboy Reservoir Day on April 27 celebrates region's liquid asset

Prettyboy Reservoir Day on April 27 celebrates region's liquid asset
... will have a booth with documents and photos of the building of the dam. Parking and the day’s events are free of charge and will be held at When he is not hiking in Prettyboy Watershed, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at  

Eagle Archive: McDaniel donation comes from graduate of 120 years ago

Eagle Archive: McDaniel donation comes from graduate of 120 years ago
... pay for all of this, "tuition, board, room, heat, light, and laundry," at the college would cost $200 a year. When he is not saving his pennies for a donation to the college 120 years from now, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archive: King's letter reminds us of a journey too long

... president of the freshman class. "However, he was not comfortable with us, and dropped out at the end of his one year," he wrote. When he is not immersed in studying the letter from Birmingham jail, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

On Memorial Day, remember the first from Carroll to die in Vietnam [Eagle Archive]

On Memorial Day, remember the first from Carroll to die in Vietnam [Eagle Archive]
... sale at the Historical Society of Carroll County. After attending Memorial Day ceremonies at the Westminster Cemetery, Kevin Dayhoffmay be found at the Carroll County Vietnam Memorial Park on Willis Street for a short impromptu ceremony. He may be reached ...

Catonsville High School [Graduation 2013]

Catonsville High School [Graduation 2013]
... Hanna Dasoo, Jeremy Luke Davis, NiTavia Rashaé Davis, Shaquanna ShaniceDavis, Brian Richard Davitt, Karlie Ann Dayhoff, Riley Benjamin Delker, De'Asia Dashai Delly, Abel Shimelis Deneke, Michael Olin Denhardt, Amber Lynn Depew, Brandon ...

Sheriff's Office says Carroll residents targeted in phone scam

Sheriff's Office says Carroll residents targeted in phone scam
According to information from the Sheriff's Office, suspicious telephone calls are reported to have also been made to Baltimore County and Baltimore City residents.

Getty and Kasemeyer discuss state politics with students at McDaniel

Getty and Kasemeyer discuss state politics with students at McDaniel
On April 17, State Senators Joe Getty, R-Baltimore and Carroll counties, and Ed Kasemeyer, D-Baltimore and Howard counties, shared anecdotes and answered questions from about 50 McDaniel College students who had gathered in a lecture room at Hill Hall for the occasion.

Eagle Archive: Reflecting on Easter with grace and peace

... following response: "Because that is the way it has always been Mr. Dayhoff. Do you have any additional impertinent questions to share with ... with you. When he is not studying his old Latin textbooks, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archive: From Hoffman's Inn, Mike Eaton inspired a love of Carroll living

Eagle Archive: From Hoffman's Inn, Mike Eaton inspired a love of Carroll living
... Society for details, at or 410-848-6494. It was Eaton who instilled in a young Kevin Dayhoff a love of all things about writing and Shakespeare. When he is not re-reading his favorite Shakespeare play, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: Ralph Condon, 85, retired Carroll County businessman

... Creek Cemetery. No word yet as to whether or not the county granted the family the proper permits to bury him. (Yes, that is a bit of sarcasm.) When he not re-reading the story of David and Goliath, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: There is no predicting the weather in March

... will require 10 days to restore service again. … The county roads were drifted shut and were shoveled open by men." At this point spring cannot come soon enough. When he is not out shoveling snow, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: In 1945, fire and 'canned news' in Taneytown

... for the explosion of the barrels of coal oil. It was only through the heroic efforts of the firemen that adjoining buildings were saved." When he is not practicing stop, drop, and roll for fire safety, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archive: Celebrating McDaniel's, and Westminster's connections in Greece

... next to the Acropolis, where Paul delivered the Sermon on Mars Hill, Acts 17: 22-31. When he is not trying to remember the difference between Doric, Ionic and Corinthian Greek columns, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached after dinner at .

Eagle Archive: Community's history comes to rest at Westminster Cemetery

... 1180. You may also mail a check to: Westminster Cemetery Company, P.O. Box 1251, Westminster, MD 21158-1251. When he is not visiting centuries of Carroll County history at the Westminster Cemetery, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: Remembering the Maine, and a local Spanish American War casualty

... this day, the battle is commemorated every year at the sprawling American Guantánamo Bay military base in Cuba When he is not keeping warm by being a historian-snowbird in the south in February Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archive: Armacost's fiscal conservatism had its roots in Carroll upbringing

... of Commissioner Armacost, and the county owes him a debt of gratitude for his service to our county and our community. When he is not reminiscing with friends over serving in government many decades ago, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: Westminster's Rotary Club marks 90 years of service, and counting

... record, said Lightner. Recipients are chosen by the club's Scholarship and Awards Committee. The deadline for applications is April 1. When he is not volunteering in the community with his wife Caroline, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: Good riddance to short, dark, gray, cold and dreary month of February

... provided with comfortable quarters." I think I speak for the ladies of then-Western Maryland College: Good riddance to the month of February. When he is not looking for a four-leaf clover for good luck, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

Eagle Archive: History of government in Carroll County is one of change and debate

... Commissioners to five at-large members and also rejected a charter form of government. That was then, but what will happen next? When he is not gazing into a crystal ball wondering what will happen next; Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at .

Eagle Archive: Civil War era baseball revisits county's love of the grand old game

... information on the upcoming baseball event at the farm museum, call 410-386-3880 or go to carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org or ccgovernment.carr.org/recreation. When he is not out practicing his knuckle ball, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at

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