Republicans struggle in Northeast Sep 3, 2008
Corey Stottlemyer, a delegate from Hagerstown, Md. said his party needed to adopt Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlentys emphasis on wooing the Sams Club Republicans, the budget-minded, fiscally conservative workers with modest incomes. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Local season drawing to a close Aug 29, 2008
Lincoln Speedway hosts the 410 sprinters, 305 sprinters and winged super sportsman, along with a fireworks show Saturday night, while Hagerstown Speedway hosts the 23rd annual McBee/Hayes Championship, a 44-lap late model event. The late model sportsman and pure stocks also are on the card at the Maryland oval. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Maryland Athletics Announces Football Broadcasting Lineup Aug 28, 2008
9 Crisfield WGOP AM 540 Crisfield WTBO AM 1450 Cumberland WFMD AM 930 Frederick WARK AM 1490 Hagerstown WPTX AM 1690 Lexington Park WVMD 99 ... 7 FM - Washington D.C.; WTBO AM 1450 - Cumberland; WFMD AM 930 - Frederick; WARK AM 1490 - Hagerstown; WMSG AM 1050 - Oakland; WQMR FM 101. (Umterps.com)
A change in flight plans Aug 28, 2008
Carolyn Motz, manager of the Hagerstown Regional Airport, said it is difficult for airports like Carroll's to make a profit, drawing revenue from space leases, fuel fees and rental car fees ... The Hagerstown airport faces similar circumstances as Carroll's, as a small regional airport, but the situation at every airport is different, Motz said. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Terps and Blue Hens kickoff set ... Aug 26, 2008
9 FM - Crisfield; WGOP AM 540 - Crisfield; WTBO AM 1450 - Cumberland; WFMD AM 930 - Frederick; WARK AM 1490 - Hagerstown; WPTX 1690 AM - Lexington Park, Md. WVMD 99. (Umterps.com)
Waipio to play Washington team in Little League World Series Aug 24, 2008
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Food delivery gives police opportunity to end standoff Aug 24, 2008
Police were holding Prevatt without bond on an arrest warrant from a 2000 burglary in nearby Hagerstown, and Reynolds was being held on $250,000 bond. Authorities did not know if either had retained an attorney. (New Haven Register, CT)
Terps break camp following Satur... Aug 24, 2008
9 FM - Crisfield; WGOP AM 540 - Crisfield; WTBO AM 1450 - Cumberland; WFMD AM 930 - Frederick; WARK AM 1490 - Hagerstown; WVMD 99. 5 FM - Midland; WMSG AM 1050 - Oakland; WQMR FM 101. (Umterps.com)
January events in the Shippensburg region (50) Aug 23, 2008
The Alternative to the Bar Scene will hold a Singles Dance for those 21 or over from 8 a.m. to midnight Friday, Jan. 25, at the Knights of Columbus, 20340 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, Md ... He began performing with the Hagerstown Municipal Band in 1964, and was named director of that band in 1975, a position he still holds ... The Alternative to the Bar Scene sponsors mixed singles volleyball for men and women every Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church on the corner of West... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Terps begin to implement Delawar... Aug 23, 2008
" A different type of routine commences next week, as the Terrapins begin normal game-week activities. The team will break camp following Saturday afternoon's practice and have Sunday off before continuing preparation for Delaware on Monday. Terp Notes: Friedgen Radio Show Begins Wednesday: The Radio Show begins Wednesday and airs weekly throughout the season. The one-hour show begins at 8 p.m. on the Terrapin Sports Radio Network. Friedgen and Voice of the Terrapins Johnny Holliday will be on... (Umterps.com)
Suspect Holds Pregnant Woman Hostage at Md. Motel Aug 22, 2008
Joseph Michael, Washington County deputy state's attorney, said the only charges on record against Prevatt in Maryland stemmed from a July 2000 District Court warrant involving a burglary and the theft of electronic equipment at a home in Hagerstown. Prevatt was serving time in prison in Massachusetts as late as February and was released after completing his prison term, Shipley said. (Fox News)
Suspect holds authorities at bay in Md. motel Aug 22, 2008
Joseph Michael, Washington County deputy state's attorney, said the only charges on record against Prevatt in Maryland stemmed from a July 2000 warrant involving a burglary and the theft of electronic equipment at a home in Hagerstown. Prevatt was serving time in prison in Massachusetts as late as February and was released after completing his prison term, Shipley said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Walk-off hit lifts Washington at LLWS Aug 20, 2008
RBI single in seventh inning caps rally to eliminate Indiana. Jason Todd of Mill Creek, Wash. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wash., La. move on at Little League World Series Aug 20, 2008
move on at Little League World Series - AP - NOLA.com. AP LOUISIANA NEWSLatest Breaking News & Headlines from the Associated Press. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Washington, Louisiana make LLWS semifinals Aug 20, 2008
Washington advances to LLWS semifinals - SI.com - MLB. Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2008 7:14PM; Updated: Tuesday August 19, 2008 10:52PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Washington moves on at LLWS Aug 20, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Published: Aug 20, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Aug 20, 2008 02:45 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Little League World Series: Washington duo lifts team to semis (Today) Aug 20, 2008
Maryland 6, Louisiana 4: Hagerstown, Md. beat Lake Charles, La. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington wallops Maryland for 15-5 Little League romp Aug 19, 2008
pounded out 16 hits, including four by Jason Todd and two homers from Alec Kisena, in a 15-5 rout Monday of Hagerstown, Md. at the Little League World Series. (USA Today -- Sports)
Little League World Series team guide Aug 19, 2008
Hagerstown Federal Little League. Hometown: Hagerstown, Md ... Road to Williamsport: Zane Schreiber was 3-for-3 with a double, grand slam and a solo home run for Hagerstown Federal Little League, which won the Mid-Atlantic Region Championship, 8-3, over Devon Stafford Little League from Devon, Pa. (Florida Today)
Sports briefs Aug 19, 2008
Four Washington players hit home runs -- two from left-handed slugger Alec Kisena -- in a 16-hit attack that overpowered Hagerstown, Md. 15-5. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Little League World Series: Undefeated Hawaii rallies to win (Today) Aug 19, 2008
pounded out 16 hits, including four by Jason Todd and two homers from Alec Kisena in a rout of Hagerstown, Md. Mexico 10, Guam 0: Matamoros, Mexico, hit four homers in a win against Yona, Guam. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Glavine out for year, eyes 2009 return Aug 17, 2008
In another game, Hagerstown, Md. galloped to an unlikely victory. (Boston Globe)
Indiana tosses no-no, but loses in LLWS Aug 17, 2008
His team lost to Hagerstown, Md ... SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa - Trailing by a run and without a hit, the boys from Hagerstown, Md. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Indiana no-hits Maryland, but tumbles in 3-2 defeat Aug 17, 2008
pitcher Drew Ellis threw a no-hitter but lost as Hagerstown, Md. got two runs in the bottom of the fifth for a 3-2 victory Saturday at the Little League World Series. (USA Today -- Sports)
Little League pitcher throws no-hitter in loss Aug 17, 2008
Trailing by a run and without a hit, the boys from Hagerstown, Md ... Mark Grunberg the Mid-Atlantic team from Hagerstown, Md. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Maryland wins with no hits Aug 17, 2008
Trailing by a run and without a hit, the boys from Hagerstown, Md. galloped to one unlikely victory. (Westerly Sun, RI)
FEDERAL COURT: Woman pleads guilty to gang involvement Aug 15, 2008
The gang s presence in Maryland has its roots in the Washington County Detention Center in Hagerstown in 1999, and the gang spread throughout Maryland mainly as a result of recruitment from inside Maryland prisons, the plea agreement said. The TTP Bloods purchased, maintained and circulated a collection of firearms for use in criminal activity and committed murder and other acts of violence against rival gang members and others, the DOJ release said. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
SPORTS CALENDAR Aug 14, 2008
Hagerstown, Maryland vs. Jeffersonville, Indiana. ESPN. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Hagerstown completes Little League World Series field Aug 14, 2008
-- Zane Schreiber was 3-for-3 with a double, grand slam and a solo home run for Hagerstown Federal Little League, which won the Mid-Atlantic Region Championship, 8-3, over Devon Stafford Little League from Devon, Pa ... Hagerstown Federal Little Leagues win concluded the 16 region tournaments in Little League Baseball for children league-age 11-12, and set the field for the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series ... Entering the title game with a 5-0 mark in the regional tournament (13-0... (Florida Today)
Imre Communications, Barb Clapp Advertising sign up new clients Aug 13, 2008
Mercedes-Benz of Hagerstown has hired Barb Clapp Advertising and Marketing of Lutherville to handle public relations, create ads and buy media. Meanwhile, the , which represents commercial real estate developers and investors, hired of Baltimore to help brand the Herndon, Va. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Sports news briefs (Today) Aug 12, 2008
Zane Schreiber hit two home runs, including a grand slam, to lead Hagerstown Federal of Maryland to an 8-3 win against Devon Strafford of Pennsylvania in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Little League World Series final in Bristol, Conn. Tennis. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Anthrax suspect's charm, madness leave dual legacy Aug 11, 2008
Their daughter, Amanda, lives in Hagerstown, Md. 25 miles west of Frederick. (Palm Beach Post)
Bordentown's run comes to an end Aug 9, 2008
Bordentown fell 10-0 to Hagerstown Federal -- a strong team from Maryland -- in the Mid-Atlantic Regional semifinals yesterday at Breen Field. Undefeated Maryland beat Bordentown for the second time this week al though the mercy-rule-shortened game was vastly different than the 8-7 victory Hagerstown Federal recorded Wednesday in the last game of pool play ... "If Mr. Welsh would have said, 'You're going to play two games on (live television) and you're going to be two games away from... (NJ.com -- Times)
BORDENTOWN FALLS, BUT EYES REMATCH Aug 7, 2008
Bordentowns players ponder their loss to Hagerstown, Md. yesterday at the Mid-Atlantic Regional in Bristol, Conn. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Coupons add to CVS' reputation for savings Aug 6, 2008
Wonder Books has some deals for August at the Frederick and Hagerstown locations ... For more information, call the Frederick store, located at 1306 W. Patrick St., at 301-694-5955; or the Hagerstown store, located at 607 Dual Highway, at 301-733-1888. (Carroll County Times, MD)
New Ethanol Pumps For Maryland Aug 6, 2008
O'Malley says the new pumps are planned in the next year for Easton, Hagerstown, LaPlata and Salisbury. The state currently has about 1,200 vehicles that use ethanol blend fuels. (W-USA News, DC)
Albert Leatherman was dentist in Lorain -- Obituary Aug 4, 2008
Leatherman was born in Hagerstown, Md. He graduated in 1944 from the University of Maryland with a pharmacy degree. (Cleveland.com -- News)
More of this story Aug 4, 2008
Associated Press Writer Dave Dishneau from Hagerstown, Md. and AP researcher Susan James in New York contributed to this story. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Bordentown advances to state final Jul 29, 2008
Hagerstown Federal Little League is the Maryland champion. Two of the champions in the New England tournament have been determined: Shelton National is the Connecticut titlist and Cranston Western will represent Rhode Island. (NJ.com -- Times)
Get Bonide's tomato, blossom sprays at Bowman's Jul 23, 2008
Berwick Offray Ribbon Outlet Store, located at 857 Willow Circle, Hagerstown, is having a big sale from July 28 to Aug. 2, 2008. There will be "lots of different items to stuff in bags for a cheap price" and free giveaways at the door. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Serendipity (7) Jul 13, 2008
That meant my first day of travel would be through eastern Kentucky and West Virginia, with an overnight stay in Hagerstown, Maryland, which is just a short distance from Gettysburg ... This brought me first to the city of Cumberland, then around 5 p.m. I pulled into Hagerstown ... Hagerstown turned out to be the first pleasant surprise of my trip. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
Haas picks the right time for first victory Jul 7, 2008
If there was any race Gary Stuhler wanted to win, it was Saturdays first annual Red Nininger Memorial at Hagerstown Speedway. Stuhler drives for the Nininger Tire and Auto Center owned team so it was only fitting that Hagerstowns all time career win leader would come out on top of this event ... Shippensburgs Jerry Bard ended a long Hagerstown dry spell with his first win of the year in the Late Model Sportsman Maryland Clash which was postponed from May 17. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Just in time Jul 3, 2008
HAGERSTOWN, MD. Jeff Shepard said he hasnt had that much fun in a race car in a long time. The Upperco, Maryland driver raced wheel to wheel with Fast Freddie Rahmer during Wednesday nights Cindy Rowe Auto Glass Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek event at Hagerstown Speedway and came out on top for his first career win at the Hub City oval ... Hagerstown doesnt use a cone on the front stretch for restarts. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Ex-Abu Ghraib Detainees Sue for Alleged Torture Jul 1, 2008
HAGERSTOWN, Maryland Three Iraqis and a Jordanian filed federal lawsuits Monday alleging they were tortured by U.S. defense contractors while detained at the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq in 2003 and 2004. The lawsuits allege that those arrested and taken to the prison were subjected to forced nudity, electrical shocks, mock executions and other inhumane treatment. (Fox News)
Abu Ghraib Inmates Sue Contractors, Claim Torture Jul 1, 2008
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. (AP) - Three Iraqis and a Jordanian filed federal lawsuits Monday alleging they were tortured by U.S. defense contractors while detained at the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq in 2003 and 2004. (W-USA News, DC)
Nipping at Montgomery County's heels Jun 28, 2008
With so many other areas, from Hagerstown in Maryland to Manassas in Virginia, taking a slice of the biotech pie, will there still be enough crumbs left for Montgomery County. Both the first county at the table and newcomers to the biotech soiree say yes. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Bates finds inspiration in St. Jude patients Jun 26, 2008
Submitted photoJeff Bates will perform at 6 p.m. tonight at the Cancun Cantina West in Hagerstown ... Like many country music stars, including Alabama lead singer Randy Owen, Bates fundraises for St. Jude's whenever he can, including tonight at a performance at Cancun Cantina West in Hagerstown ... Where: Cancun Cantina West, 901 Dual Highway, Hagerstown. (Carroll County Times)
Best Bets for June 19-25 Jun 26, 2008
A new Miss Maryland will be named at the Maryland Theatre in Hagerstown June 21, capping four nights of competition. The winner goes on to represent Maryland in the Miss America pageant in 2009. (Carroll County Times)
WUSA9.com | Washington, DC | Maryland Traffic... Jun 24, 2008
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. - (WUSA) Maryland State police say they arrested 10 suspected illegal immigrants during a traffic stop. (W-USA News, DC)
Strawser, Miller top twin 20's Jun 23, 2008
Ronnie DeHaven, Jr. kept Alan Sagi at bay for the final half of Saturday nights 25 lap late model feature at Hagerstown Speedway to collect his first win of the year. DeHaven started on the front row and took the top spot with two laps complete and then fended off all challenges by Sagi before taking the win. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Meet Miss Maryland Jun 23, 2008
Schlegel, who competed as Miss Allegany County, was one of 20 young women from across the state to participate in the annual pageant, held at the Maryland Theatre in Hagerstown. Schlegel sang "If I Had My Way" in the talent competition, and her platform is "Adop 00004000 tion is an Option, Not a Last Resort." More Americans should consider adoption as a way to expand their families and help children in need, said Schlegel, who has an adopted older brother named Christopher. (W-USA News, DC)
PG South: New sponsor, same winning ways for St. Johns in Federation League Jun 20, 2008
It has started the season an uncharacteristic 6-4-1, but three of those losses came at the Reno Powell Hagerstown tournament in Maryland where St. Johns did not have any of its top four pitchers. Todd Schiffhaur, Brandan Federrici and Scott Chisholm were unable to make the trip and John Astfalk is awaiting MRI results on a baseball related arm injury. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
59 idled at Hagerstown's Volvo Powertrain plant Posted 8:45 a.m. Jun 19, 2008
HAGERSTOWN - Volvo Trucks North America is announcing 59 layoffs at the Volvo Powertrain plant in Hagerstown. The company says the layoffs took effect this past Monday. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Montessori schoolhosting Daedalus event next month Jun 18, 2008
The Wonder Books store at 1705 Massey Boulevard, Hagerstown, is closing at the end of this month ... All DVDs, VHS tapes and books on tape are buy-ONE-get-one-free at the Frederick store, 1306 W. Patrick St. (301-694-5955); and the other Hagerstown store, 607 Dual Highway (301-733-1888), through June 30. (Carroll County Times)
Gas Prices May Cancel Outlet Savings Jun 13, 2008
The outlet centers -- spread throughout the country in places like Ellenton, Florida; Huntley, Illinois; and Hagerstown, Maryland -- feature clothing and home goods companies that offer lower prices on last year's styles and cheaper merchandise made especially for outlet sales. In order not to compete with the department and mall-based stores, outlet centers are often located about an hour away. (ABC News -- Wire)
Delmarva Power Strikes Deal For Md. Wind Power Jun 4, 2008
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. (AP) -- Delmarva Power & Lig 00000666 ht Company says it has agreed to buy electricity from two western Maryland wind-power projects planned by Annapolis-based Synergics. (W-USA News, DC)
Weekend calendar May 30, 2008
Washington County Arts Council, 14 W. Washington St., Hagerstown ... Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown ... Hagerstown Speedway, 15112 National Pike, west of Hagerstown. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Maryland Taking Steps To Fight "Rock Snot" May 29, 2008
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. (AP) -- Maryland fishery managers are urging anglers to fight the spread of an invasive algae species known as "rock snot" by using wader sterilization stations near popular trout streams. (W-USA News, DC)
Retailer offers garden club May 28, 2008
The Wonder Book store, located at 1705 Massey Boulevard, Hagerstown, otherwise known as the chain's 1 store, will be closing the end of June ... (The other Wonder Book store in Hagerstown and the store in Frederick will remain open. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Maryland beefs up commuter busses headed to D.C. this summer May 24, 2008
Additional lines in Maryland include two daily round trips on the No. 915 line between Columbia and D.C.; and one daily round trip added to the No. 991 line between Hagerstown, Frederick, Shady Grove Metro, the Rock Spring Business Park and D.C.. Those and several other lines will start running July 1. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
'From battle to bullpen' by Baltimore Sun writer Kevin Van Valkenburg May 23, 2008
A three-sport athlete at Smithsburg High near Hagerstown, Steelman played a year of football at Shenandoah University before joining the Army in June 2006 at age 19 when he could no longer afford college ... "I think my family bought up all the Skittles at every store in Hagerstown," Steelman says. (Umterps.com)
Food for thought May 22, 2008
The restaurant relies on Potomac Whole Foods, a natural food vendor from Hagerstown, as its primary food supplier, buying organic flour, rice, tofu, and other core ingredients featured on its vegetarian menu. The restaurant purchases mainly organic produce from local farmers markets -- a practice Novak admits is pricier than buying conventional produce. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Hawks up next for Bulldogs May 16, 2008
The Bulldogs (40-13), who captured the Region X tournament title with six straight wins after a tournament-opening loss, will travel to Region XX champs Hagerstown Community College in Maryland ... Hagerstown coach Scott Jennings said his team also has no idea what kind of an opponent his Hawks will be facing with PCC.. (The Daily Reflector)
WM boys lax falls May 15, 2008
After that horrendous start the Falcons put together a four-game winning streak and then went 2-3 before going on a five-game winning streak that included regional playoff wins against North Hagerstown, Middletown and Frederick to finish 11-7 after the loss in the regional finals. One of this year s regular-season losses was a 13-8 defeat to Walkersville. (Carroll County Times)
Northrop Grumman Names 24 Statewide Winners in Sixth Annual Engineering Scholars Competition May 15, 2008
Allegany County, Jared A. Lopez , Mountain Ridge High School; * Anne Arundel County, John S. Ziegler, Glen Burnie High School; * Baltimore City, Sarah V. Troch, Mercy High School; * Baltimore County, William C. Fawcett, Catonsville High School; * Calvert County, Steven J. Chow, Northern High School; * Caroline County, Gretchen E. Heberling, North Caroline High School; * Carroll County, Benjamin D. Harvatine, Century High School; * Cecil County, Hannah S. Sanford-Crane, Bohemia Manor High School;... (Primezone Releases)
