🌱 Fatal I-695 Vehicle Crash + Out-Of-State Patients At Local Clinic

Hello again, everybody! It's Saturday in Catonsville and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town. Here's the lowdown...

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 81 Low: 61.

Here are the top three stories in Catonsville today:

1. Yesterday, Sep. 16, at around 1:00 a.m., 39-year-old Quiana Yvette Washington, of Baltimore, was killed in a three-vehicle crash on I-695 in Catonsville. Investigators believe the SUV, driven by Washington, struck the side of a backhoe on the outer loop of Interstate 695 at Edmondson Avenue. The SUV then struck one of the two MDOT pickup trucks that were escorting the backhoe. An investigation is ongoing. (CBS Baltimore)
2. Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Maryland abortion clinics have had an influx of out-of-state patients. Hillcrest Clinic, an abortion provider in Catonsville, has reportedly had an increase in patients, with many coming from Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, and Texas. According to Hillcrest's administrator, Charlotte, the staff has received calls from workers at abortionfinder.org and ineedana.com. Both websites help people locate abortion clinics. (Delmarva Now)
3. On Wednesday, Sep. 14, a female swimmer sued the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) for allegedly failing to protect her after she reported an abusive relationship with a male teammate. Just two months prior to the lawsuit, an internal investigation confirmed reports of sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination by UMBC's former head swim coach, Chad Cradock, who is included in the lawsuit. (Subscription: Baltimore Sun)

Today in Catonsville:

• Historic Catonsville Walk At Catonsville Clubhouse (8:00 AM)
• Stream Cleanup: Herbert Run Cleanup At Edmondson Avenue (10:00 AM)
• Experience with guest Jam Sessions At State Fare (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Tomorrow, Sep 18, is the 49th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival! From 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Christian Athletic Association. The free community event features shopping, live music, food, kids' activities, and more! (Facebook)
• Thinking about buying an electric car in Catonsville? Maryland is the No. 1 state in the country to own an EV thanks to its financial incentives and low average transaction prices, according to Bumper. Learn more about what it’s like owning an EV across the country in the new study. (Bumper.com)
• Want to learn about a career in Nursing? CCBC RN programs are hosting information sessions on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4! The first session is on Oct. 3, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at CCBC Catonsville in the Student Services Building, Room 004. The second session is on Oct. 4, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at CCBC Essex in the Eustis Center for Health Professions, Room 212. Click here to learn more. (Twitter)

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• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (September 20)
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• MD SPCA Festival for the Animals (September 24)
• Trifecta Food Truck & Music Festival (September 24)
• 2022 Hops and Harvest Festival (October 8)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right. See you all Monday morning for another update!

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!