Born and raised in Maryland, Old Bay pumps through my veins, and I have more flag apparel than I care to admit. Deep community connections have led me to award-winning stories on veterans' mental health and a secret skate park. I've been a Patch reporter since June 2020, covering Anne Arundel County and Baltimore County with a focus on feature stories and business news. The Maryland-Delaware-DC Press Association has recognized my work with nine first-place prizes and three second-place honors for excellence in journalism.
I graduated from the University of Delaware in May 2020 with a degree in media communication and minors in journalism and political science. I interned at FOX Sports, The Delaware News Journal and The Philadelphia Inquirer. I also led my college newspaper, The Review, as editor-in-chief during my senior year.
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"Wawa has disgusting pizza," Barstool Sports founder and foodie Dave Portnoy said in a video of the cheese pie he ate in Maryland.
A man was shot in a Severn neighborhood. A backpack with drug distribution evidence was found on the scene, police said.
A 15-year-old boy was shot in Baltimore County. Two adults were arrested and charged with attempted murder, police told Patch.
The wind chill could plummet below zero degrees in Maryland. Flurries are possible as the polar vortex slams Maryland with frigid air.
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Construction on Annapolis City Dock Park can't begin until a lawsuit is over, a judge said. The raised park intends to combat rising seas.
A family-owned crab house is opening its second location in Baltimore County. Foodies can soon enjoy crab cakes at the MD State Fairgrounds.
Restaurant Week is back. Foodies can score deals at 43 Baltimore County eateries. From seafood to Greek, there's something for everybody.
A Catholic School is closing in Baltimore County, citing declining enrollment and lofty repair costs. Dozens of churches closed last year.
A second Democrat is running for Anne Arundel County executive. He'll be the first to use the new public campaign financing system.
A new restaurant opened at Marley Station Mall. With American and Caribbean staples, the eatery is "the perfect place for a family meal."
A fatal shooting suspect was arrested on his 18th birthday in Middle River, police said. He's accused of a Baltimore hotel party killing.
A tool store opened a new Baltimore County location, continuing its MD growth. The nationwide chain is also expanding in Harford County.
A fallen firefighter procession will pay respects in MD. Honors are planned in Baltimore City, Montgomery County and Anne Arundel County.
The Macy's building closing at Security Square was sold to Baltimore County, a report said. Transit-oriented development is planned.
The deaths of a man and a woman are now being investigated as homicides, Baltimore County police said.
A lawsuit blocking City Dock Park is in court soon. The Annapolis mayor is reaffirming his commitment to the park with a new resolution.
A Navy ship will be named after a Naval Academy graduate who died while protecting his fellow Marines in Iraq.
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Snow is heading MD for the second time this week, drawing a winter weather advisory. Here's how much snow is expected amid the Arctic blast.
