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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A school threat suspect was identified after his Baltimore County arrest. He was released until his trial, records say.
The deadline to have the federally approved driver's license, which will allow you to fly within the United States, is coming up.
A soldier’s suicide sparked a $50,000 fundraiser and calls for reform in Anne Arundel County. "He was the most protective, loving person.”
An attempted plane theft suspect must take a competency exam, a report said. The jet at Martin State Airport is used by The Sun's co-owner.
Students reported a classmate threatening violence, helping AACPS secure the building. "Such communication is critical," the principal said.
A firefighter with 30 years of experience was nominated to lead the Baltimore County Fire Dept. He’d be the county’s 1st Black fire chief.
The third Annapolis Songwriters Festival is in town this weekend. Sponsored by Rams Head, the event brings dozens of free and paid concerts.
A fatal shooting suspect was charged with murder, police said. The victim was shot on Labor Day.
A man accused of two fatal shootings in Anne Arundel County was charged with murder, police said. The Baltimore suspect is already in jail.
There’s a new recycling and yard waste plan amid the ongoing collector strike. Anne Arundel County hired fill-in collectors.
An 8-year-old boy and nine cats died after a house fire, Baltimore County officials said. Investigators identified the cause of the blaze.
9/11 tributes in Baltimore Co. include a candlelight vigil and 2 service projects. Victims will be honored, including the 47 from Maryland.
9/11 services in Anne Arundel include a wreath-laying, a flag run and a 5K. All the victims will be honored, including the 47 from Maryland.
A waterfront park set to replace a former power plant was touted for preserving Baltimore County's undeveloped coastline.
Annapolis is swearing in a new alderman to represent Ward 1, the city's historic district. The previous office holder retired.
Discount retailer Big Lots plans to shutter more locations after filing for bankruptcy on Monday. Maryland already has three stores closing.
An Olympic swimmer who's "been through hell and back" shared advice with MD kids. FL's Ryan Lochte says "It's about the younger generation."
The Annapolis Police spokesperson was charged with harassment for sharing a report that a businessman said cost him $250K, records claim.
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