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Allison Pickard To Run For Anne Arundel County Executive In 2026
Allison Pickard will run for Anne Arundel County executive. The Millersville Democrat is the current County Council chair.

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Allison Pickard will run for Anne Arundel County executive. The Millersville Democrat is the current County Council chair.

Over 900 housing units could be coming to the Odenton train station. The trackside development could also bring shops and 1,600 jobs.
A new community garden cut the ribbon in Anne Arundel County. The former farm was once destined for development, but it'll now be conserved.
A nonprofit is closing after 18 years of environmental advocacy. The Anne Arundel group supported electric vehicles and plastic reduction.
A fallen police officer was honored with a Perry Hall overpass dedicated to her. "Her spirit will never be forgotten," police said.
Two new sit-down restaurants are coming to the recently sold White Marsh Mall. Customers will soon enjoy sushi and Guatemalan chicken.
Two new businesses opened in downtown Annapolis. Visit the latest art gallery on West Street and an expanded medical spa on Main Street.
A man was fatally struck while walking his dog, Annapolis police said. His Rottweiler was euthanized after suffering severe injuries.
The fate of the 10-cent paper bag fee was decided in Anne Arundel County. Here's how each council member voted.
Congress-bound Johnny Olszewski announced his resignation date as Baltimore County executive. These candidates hope to succeed him.
Santa Claus is back in Towson. Kids can also see St. Nick at malls in Dundalk and Nottingham.
Santa Claus is back in the Perry Hall area. Kids can see St. Nick at malls in Dundalk, Nottingham and Towson.
Santa is back in the Odenton area. Kids can see St. Nick at the Annapolis, Arundel Mills and Marley Station malls among other places.
Santa is back in the Pasadena area. Kids can see St. Nick at the Annapolis, Arundel Mills and Marley Station malls among other places.
Santa is back in Annapolis. Kids can also see St. Nick at the Arundel Mills and Marley Station malls.
The White Marsh Mall was sold for $190 million, reports said. The NY-based buyer is recruiting new tenants amid the changing retail scene.
A man fatally shot on Thanksgiving was identified by Baltimore County police. He was 20 years old, officers said.
Should paper bags cost 10 cents? The Anne Arundel County Council will hear a bill Monday to revoke the fee amid the plastic bag ban.
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A shooting on Thanksgiving hospitalized one person, Baltimore County police said.