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Hagerstown News
Investigation Underway for Incendiary Damage to Hagerstown Little League Press Box
Investigation launched into intentional fire at Hagerstown Little League press box, minor damages reported. Public urged to provide tips.
Accidental Stove Malfunction Sparks Kitchen Fire in Hagerstown Duplex
Hagerstown duplex fire caused by accidental electrical stove malfunction. No injuries, minor damage. Smoke alarms installed.
News That Should Be Satire
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News That Should Be Satire: Alleged Maryland Police Impersonator Arrested After Attempted Traffic Stop on Actual Officer
Man arrested for impersonating police officer in Silver Spring after stopping real cop.
Bigfoot Spotted in WV Eastern Panhandle Outside Shampoo Manufacturing Plant
West Virginia workers report sighting of 8-foot-tall creature near industrial plant, possibly Bigfoot?
MD News
As tensions continue to rise, houses of worship spend heavily on security
With hate crimes on the rise and political tensions mounting, houses of worship across the state say they have come to rely on state and local grants to supplement their own congregation’s funds to bolster security.
WV News
Martinsburg Allocates Opioid Settlement Funds to Secure Shelter Operations Through Year-End
Martinsburg provides emergency opioid settlement funds to keep Bethany House open for women & children through 2026.
PA News
Gov. Shapiro signs $50.8 billion compromise budget, despite some opposition in both parties
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a package of bills into law enacting a $50.8 billion state budget for the next year. The spending plan was approved by the state House and Senate earlier Sunday afternoon with only a handful of opposing votes.
VA News
Virginia cannabis budget language triggers legal confusion, political fallout
Virginia’s decision to revive legal cannabis sales through the state budget instead of standalone legislation has triggered several days of confusion over the commonwealth’s marijuana laws.
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National News
After Seven Injuries, Urgent Warning Issued for Houswise Tabletop Fire Pits Due to Severe Burn Risks, Manufacturer Fails to Issue Recall
CPSC warns Houswise Tabletop Fire Pits pose burn & fire hazards. Stop using immediately due to flame jetting & uncontrolled fires.
World News
Largest Regional Cyber Exercise Enhances European and U.S. Cyber Defense Capabilities
National Guard & Adriatic partners hone cyber defense in largest regional exercise.
Satire and Humor
Mysterious “Catfish Boy” Found Along C&O Canal Remains Unidentified, Poses Unique Challenges (Satire)
Unidentified “Catfish Boy” found in C&O Canal poses challenges for identification, education, and specialized care.
‘Catfish Boy’ Amphibious Juvenile Discovered in C&O Canal, Placed in Child Protective Services Custody (Satire)
Amphibious juvenile found in C&O Canal, Washington County. Placed in CPS custody, origin under investigation.
Entertainment and Events
Legendary Comedian Jerry Seinfeld Set for Hagerstown Performance
Jerry Seinfeld to perform at The Maryland Theatre Sep 2, 2026. Pre-sale July 15, general sale July 17.
Waynesboro Library Announces Revised Packed Summer Schedule for Teens and Adults
Waynesboro Library offers diverse July/August programs for teens & adults, including art, gaming, history, health, and finance workshops.
Opinion
Boonsboro Police Department’s Flock Camera Response is Canned Corporate Propaganda (Opinion)
Flock cameras raise privacy concerns despite police “Myth vs. Fact” claims, analysis reveals.
Local Voices: Supreme Court’s Data Center Ruling Proves Maryland’s Petition Process Is Broken by Design
Maryland Supreme Court denies data center referendum vote in Frederick County, highlighting flawed petition laws.
Lifestyle
How did it feel to be an American colonist in 1776? Probably itchy, achy and slightly nauseated
Trade the tricorn hats, bonnets and homespun shirts for flip flops, sneakers and soccer jerseys, and the intrepid revolutionaries of 1776 would have looked a lot like the people of 2026. But their sense of embodiment and experience of health was markedly different from Americans today.
New Memoir Offers Unvarnished Look at Theater Leadership, Personal Struggles
New memoir by Robbie Soto reveals untold story of leading Authentic Community Theatre, personal struggles, and artistic reinvention.
Business
Historic Fort Ritchie Celebrates Centennial with Time Capsule Burial Amidst Revitalization
Historic Fort Ritchie celebrates 100 years with a time capsule burial amid revitalization efforts, featuring new businesses and homes.
Midar Cigars Celebrates Grand Opening in Hagerstown, Offering Elevated Leisure Experience
Midar Cigars opens new Hagerstown location June 5th, offering luxury lounges and entertainment.
Legal
Maryland AG Suing U.S. Education Department Over Proposed School Mental Health Grant Cuts
Maryland Attorney General Sues US Dept. of Education Over School Mental Health Grant Cuts
Maryland AG Joins Multistate Lawsuit to Protect Homelessness Funding, Warns of Evictions
Maryland joins coalition suing HUD over homelessness funding changes, risking evictions for thousands.
Food
3-Point Pub Gears Up for Official Grand Opening in Hagerstown
Hagerstown’s 3-Point Pub set for June 9 Grand Opening at 420 Salem Ave.
Comcast Business and Bella’s Bites Offer Free Gift Cards to Hagerstown Residents
Comcast Business offers $20 gift cards at Bella’s Bites in Hagerstown, MD on May 28th to celebrate Small Business Month.
Health
Multistate Settlement Reaches Nearly $30 Million Over Generic Drug Price Fixing Allegations
$29.6M settlement with Glenmark resolves allegations of generic drug price fixing, offering compensation to consumers.
Salad greens scrutinized as cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads
As state and federal officials work to identify the source of the recent outbreak of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis, health officials have identified lettuces or salad greens as one potential culprit.
Technology
Maryland Attorney General Joins Coalition Urging Caution on Fintech Banking Charters
Fintech seeking bank charters face scrutiny from AGs over predatory practices and systemic risk concerns.
Frederick Overhauls Mayoral Office Structure to Enhance City Services
Frederick reorganizes Mayoral Office leadership to enhance accountability, coordination, and service for a growing city.
Book Corner
New Guide Offers Creative Paths to Stress Reduction
New guide offers creative ways to transform stress and trauma through arts.
Turning Self-Care into a Local Revolution: Maryland Publisher Unveils New Guide to Personal Transformation
A Bethesda publisher’s sixth wellness guide offers 25 expert-backed tools for holistic transformation—mental, emotional, physical and beyond—for readers ready to embrace true self-care.
Paranormal
Flying Saucer or Weather Balloon? Mysterious Silvery Object Sighted Multiple Days Over Hagerstown in 1951
1951 UFO sightings over Hagerstown, MD region caused panic across the area.
Revisiting Hagerstown’s 1947 Flying Saucer Sighting, Mystery Remains Unexplained
Hagerstown 1947 UAP sighting, featuring sound description & Fairchild Aircraft proximity, remains unexplained to this day.