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How to Take Care of Your Joint Health

According to studies, chronic joint pain impacts thousands of people across the globe every year. Resultantly, hundreds of patients regularly seek medical attention for joint pain. Unbeknownst to many, joint […]

A Few Moments With Glenn Tilbrook from Squeeze

It all started with a help-wanted ad for a guitarist in London back in the early 70s, and on September 27th, Glenn Tilbrook, co-founder of Squeeze, will be coming to […]

Debbie Gibson Bringing Winterlicious to Maryland Hall in December

An evening of holiday and hits! On Sunday, December 4th, Debbie Gibson will be bringing them both to Maryland Hall in a Rams Head Presents show! Doors will open at […]

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Names New Board Directors

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is pleased to announce Gene Condon as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. The Vice President/General Manager of Arundel Mills Mall […]

CRIME

Hotel Guests Pistol Whipped and Robbed While Exiting Room

The Anne Arundel County Police are searching for an armed Black male who is suspected of robbing a trio of hotel guests as they exited their room in a Linthicum […]

Crofton Teen Arrested in Armed Crofton Carjacking

A Crofton teenager was arrested yesterday after Anne Arundel County Police say he carjacked a victim at gunpoint in Crofton. On September 22, 2022, at approximately 10:00 am, Anne Arundel […]

Abduction Witnessed in Hanover, Body Found in Trunk Of Burned Car

UPDATE 1: The victim has been identified as Mr. Steven Deon Gillus, 39, of Hanover, Maryland. This is still an extremely active and ongoing investigation. Detectives are asking anyone with any […]

6-Vehicle Crash Kills Pasadena Man

On September 19, 2022, at approximately 11:00 pm, Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to the area of Route 100 westbound between Oakwood Road and Quarterfield Road in Glen Burnie […]

EVENTS

A Few Moments With Glenn Tilbrook from Squeeze

It all started with a help-wanted ad for a guitarist in London back in the early 70s, and on September 27th, Glenn Tilbrook, co-founder of Squeeze, will be coming to […]

Debbie Gibson Bringing Winterlicious to Maryland Hall in December

An evening of holiday and hits! On Sunday, December 4th, Debbie Gibson will be bringing them both to Maryland Hall in a Rams Head Presents show! Doors will open at […]

5th Annual Rod & Reef Slam Tournament Scheduled For October!

The Chesapeake Bay’s unique fishing tournament—the Rod and Reef Slam—is celebrating its fifth year with a new beachfront after-party in Annapolis this October. The fishing tournament challenges anglers to catch […]

Call for Submissions: 2nd Annual Annapolis Youth Poetry Contest

The City of Annapolis/Office of Community Services is hosting the second annual Annapolis Youth Poetry Contest. Youth from third grade through college are invited to submit original works that follow […]

AREA BUSINESSES

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Names New Board Directors

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is pleased to announce Gene Condon as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. The Vice President/General Manager of Arundel Mills Mall […]

Local Business Spotlight: Mission Next

Today, we hear about transitions in any number of contexts, but one transition that never crossed my mind is that from military to civilian life! Relatively new Annapolis residents, Dr. […]

Dr. Namita Murthy Opening New Facial Plastic Surgery Office in October

Dr. Namita Murthy, MD a board certified, fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon and hair restoration specialist, has announced the grand opening of her Annapolis based practice. Murthy Facial Plastic Surgery is […]

10th Annual Brew & Oyster Brawl Set For November 12th

The iconic Tidewater Inn – a timelessly refined hotel ideally situated in the heart of downtown Easton on Maryland’s Eastern Shore – announces the official launch of ticket sales for […]

PODCAST

A Few Moments With Glenn Tilbrook from Squeeze

It all started with a help-wanted ad for a guitarist in London back in the early 70s, and on September 27th, Glenn Tilbrook, co-founder of Squeeze, will be coming to […]

Local Business Spotlight: Mission Next

Today, we hear about transitions in any number of contexts, but one transition that never crossed my mind is that from military to civilian life! Relatively new Annapolis residents, Dr. […]

September 23, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Stabbed, Abducted, Burned. Rabies Warning. Historic Retirement.

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Bonus Podcast: 54th Maryland Seafood Festival September 24-25, 2022

What festival, held at Sandy Point State Park, has a 54-year history? There is only one, and it is the Maryland Seafood Festival, and it will be returning to Sandy […]

COLUMNS & OPINIONS

OPINION: Citizens and Visitors Have A Right To Know About Violent Crime

On May 28, 2022, at 2:41 am, a man was robbed at gunpoint in the 800 block of Chesapeake Avenue in Eastport. He was approached by a man with a […]

OPINION: It’s Time for a Real Tax Cut

It’s time for a real tax cut. People are struggling with gas prices that have doubled in two months. Inflation, which reduces the purchasing power of your paycheck, is at […]

LETTER: From Director of Public Works–Your Support Enables Our Resiliency

Dear Anne Arundel County residents, businesses, and visitors, Since the onset of the global pandemic in 2020, the Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works (DPW)has endeavored to ensure that […]

OPINION: It’s the “Varsity” Football Team, Stupid!

Dear Annapolis, Let’s face facts, it is finally time to discuss shuttering the Naval Academy’s “varsity” football team. Enough is enough! Almost exactly 30 years ago, in December 1992, 133 […]

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So, How Was Crime In Your Neighborhood in 2021? Check Out Our Map!

EOA Staff | January 17, 2022, 04:34 PM

Very often, we are unaware of crime in our neighborhoods until we see the flashing lights parked in front of a neighbors home. Are you aware of crime just up […]

How to Take Care of Your Joint Health

Stephanie Maris | September 25, 2022, 06:00 PM

A Few Moments With Glenn Tilbrook from Squeeze

John Frenaye | September 25, 2022, 04:00 PM

It all started with a help-wanted ad for a guitarist in London back in the early 70s, and on September 27th, Glenn Tilbrook, co-founder of Squeeze, will be coming to […]

Debbie Gibson Bringing Winterlicious to Maryland Hall in December

EOA Staff | September 25, 2022, 01:10 PM

An evening of holiday and hits! On Sunday, December 4th, Debbie Gibson will be bringing them both to Maryland Hall in a Rams Head Presents show! Doors will open at […]

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Names New Board Directors

EOA Staff | September 25, 2022, 10:20 AM

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is pleased to announce Gene Condon as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. The Vice President/General Manager of Arundel Mills Mall […]

5th Annual Rod & Reef Slam Tournament Scheduled For October!

EOA Staff | September 24, 2022, 04:59 PM

Call for Submissions: 2nd Annual Annapolis Youth Poetry Contest

EOA Staff | September 24, 2022, 01:10 PM

Local Business Spotlight: Mission Next

John Frenaye | September 24, 2022, 12:00 PM

Today, we hear about transitions in any number of contexts, but one transition that never crossed my mind is that from military to civilian life! Relatively new Annapolis residents, Dr. […]

Dr. Namita Murthy Opening New Facial Plastic Surgery Office in October

EOA Staff | September 24, 2022, 10:42 AM

32nd Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival — TOMORROW

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 05:18 PM

The Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival is proud to return for its 32nd annual event at Susan Campbell Park, located at the Annapolis City Dock, on Saturday, September 24, 2022, from […]

10th Annual Brew & Oyster Brawl Set For November 12th

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 04:52 PM

The iconic Tidewater Inn – a timelessly refined hotel ideally situated in the heart of downtown Easton on Maryland’s Eastern Shore – announces the official launch of ticket sales for […]

City Of Annapolis Offers Tips For Boat Show Parking

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 01:33 PM

Power and sailboat enthusiasts are making their plans for the Annapolis fall boat shows, which will take place in historic downtown Annapolis along City Dock on the Annapolis harbor. The […]

Hotel Guests Pistol Whipped and Robbed While Exiting Room

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 01:07 PM

The Anne Arundel County Police are searching for an armed Black male who is suspected of robbing a trio of hotel guests as they exited their room in a Linthicum […]

Crofton Teen Arrested in Armed Crofton Carjacking

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 12:49 PM

A Crofton teenager was arrested yesterday after Anne Arundel County Police say he carjacked a victim at gunpoint in Crofton. On September 22, 2022, at approximately 10:00 am, Anne Arundel […]

Mark Your Calendar for the Fall Boat Shows! An Annapolis Tradition.

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 10:47 AM

The boating world will once again rejoice as fall approaches, and visitors from the U.S. and abroad return to Annapolis for two iconic boat shows, the United States Powerboat Show […]

September 23, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Stabbed, Abducted, Burned. Rabies Warning. Historic Retirement.

EOA Staff | September 23, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

The Maryland Renaissance Festival Is In Full-Swing

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 04:36 PM

The Maryland Renaissance Festival, a tradition for the entire family, begins its 46th season on August 27th and runs Saturdays and Sundays and Labor Day Monday through October 23rd for […]

Abduction Witnessed in Hanover, Body Found in Trunk Of Burned Car

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 03:05 PM

UPDATE 1: The victim has been identified as Mr. Steven Deon Gillus, 39, of Hanover, Maryland. This is still an extremely active and ongoing investigation. Detectives are asking anyone with any […]

In 2022, Visit the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse Including Interior Tour

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 01:42 PM

The US Lighthouse Society and the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park are pleased to announce the 2022 dates for the iconic Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse tours. The Thomas Point Shoal […]

St. Michaels Concours d’Elegance Set for Sept. 25

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 10:20 AM

Come to Maryland’s Eastern Shore for a day of grand classic motoring, classic wooden speed boats, and casual elegance along the Chesapeake’s Tred Avon River on Sun., Sept. 25 for […]

Rabid Raccoon Found In Hunt Meadow Community in Annapolis

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 10:18 AM

The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near Westwick Court and Saddle Ridge Road in the Hunt Meadow […]

Robert Clark, Executive Chairman of Historic Annapolis to Step Away at End of October

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 10:10 AM

Robert C. Clark, Executive Chairman of Historic Annapolis and former President, announced that he would retire from the organization at the end of October. After a decade of service to […]

Bonus Podcast: 54th Maryland Seafood Festival September 24-25, 2022

John Frenaye | September 22, 2022, 09:00 AM

What festival, held at Sandy Point State Park, has a 54-year history? There is only one, and it is the Maryland Seafood Festival, and it will be returning to Sandy […]

September 22, 2022 | Daily News Brief | High School Football. Ukraine Benefit. ASO. AR Mural. Ignite. Free Concert!

EOA Staff | September 22, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

Londontowne Symphony Orchestra Kicks off 2022-2023 Season September 24th

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 07:35 PM

The Londontowne Symphony Orchestra’s Opening Night Celebration will feature highly acclaimed pianist Thomas Pandolfi in Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in honor of the composer’s 150th anniversary year on Saturday, […]

Classic Theatre of Maryland and ASO Team Up For Two Performances

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 06:12 PM

The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra is ready to launch another season of exciting music through its 2022-23 Masterworks series, starting with rousing favorites and exciting storytelling in “Celebrate America!” Artistic Director […]

THIS WEEKEND: 53rd Annual Maryland Seafood Festival — September 24th and 25th

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 04:18 PM

The Maryland Seafood Festival is back! It’s that time of year again to enjoy a tasty variety of fresh seafood, a selection of entertaining musical talent, hands-on exhibits, thrilling demonstrations, […]

Homestead Gardens Stands With Ukraine

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 01:58 PM

Homestead Gardens is hosting an event for the benefit of Bulava, an all-volunteer organization raising funds to alleviate the suffering in Ukraine. This grassroots organization was created by Ukrainian professionals, […]

FRIDAY: A Night For The Light (SOLD OUT) But You Can Still Help

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 10:08 AM

UPDATE: The cruise is SOLD OUT! But you can still support the cause at the online auction which is open for bidding now! Who doesn’t love the Thomas Point Shoal […]

Fight Hunger This September

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 08:41 AM

Hunger Action Month happens every September and is a national effort to mobilize the public to take action on the issue of hunger. To educate and bring awareness to the […]

Music Discovery: How to Find New Music You’ll Love

Stephanie Maris | September 21, 2022, 08:00 AM

If you’re like most people, you probably enjoy listening to music. And if you’re like most people, you probably also want to find new music to listen to. But where […]

September 21, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Edgewater Shooting. Buckley Reprimand. Ignite Annapolis. Arts Alive Results!

EOA Staff | September 21, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

What to Consider if You Want to Age in Place

Stephanie Maris | September 20, 2022, 06:00 PM

If you or a loved one wants to age in place, it’s important to think about every aspect ahead of time. It’s a good idea to have a support network […]

Arts Alive Raises More Than $200,000 for Maryland Hall

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 04:22 PM

“Come Sail Away” was the theme for Maryland Hall’s 24th Annual Arts Alive, and the beautiful weather, nautical décor, and community participation made for a spectacular evening. The goal was […]

THURSDAY: Ignite Annapolis

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 04:13 PM

Following a two year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, Annapolis will once again play host to Ignite Annapolis, a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a […]

City Ethics Commission Reprimands Annapolis Mayor Buckley

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 02:35 PM

After a complaint was lodged with the City of Annapolis Ethics Commission, Annapolis Mayor Buckley was reprimanded for his failure to recognize a conflict of interest as the legislation was […]

Emily Schindler Lecture: Trauma-Informed Care Throughout the Lifespan

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 01:14 PM

Chesapeake Life Center invites the community to the 16thannual Emily Schindler Memorial Lecture, “Trauma-Informed Care Throughout the Lifespan,” presented by Joanna J. Frankel, MSW, LCSW-C. The lecture will be held […]

6-Vehicle Crash Kills Pasadena Man

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 12:46 PM

On September 19, 2022, at approximately 11:00 pm, Anne Arundel County Police officers responded to the area of Route 100 westbound between Oakwood Road and Quarterfield Road in Glen Burnie […]

Ballet Theatre of Maryland: Les Sylphides – October 7-9

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 10:32 AM

October 7-9, the Ballet Theatre of Maryland begins its mainstage performance season with Les Sylphides and Other Works at Maryland Hall. This mixed-repertory production highlights the renowned one-act ballet Les […]

Annapolis Police Hire New Commander, Shuffle Leadership

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 09:45 AM

Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson has tapped into his network in Baltimore and announced the hiring of a new Operations Commander who will oversee Criminal Investigations, Special Investigations, and the […]

Elkridge Man Pleads Guilty to Second Degree Murder in Glen Burnie Drug Deal

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 09:17 AM

Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess has announced that Alkein Coates, 24, of Elkridge entered an Alford Plea to one count of second-degree murder and one count of […]

What To Expect From The Baltimore Ravens In 2022

Stephanie Maris | September 20, 2022, 08:00 AM

The Miami Dolphins might have shocked the Ravens on Sunday but the overriding feeling around Baltimore is still one of positivity when looking across the entire season with the bookies […]

September 20, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Officers Identified. Carjacking. APD Shake Up. Return of Chris’s Charcoal Pit. New Laws!

EOA Staff | September 20, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

How To Stay Sober: 5 Tips For Your Overall Recovery

Stephanie Maris | September 19, 2022, 06:00 PM

If you’re recovering from substance use disorder, staying sober is the only thing harder than getting sober. You know how much work it takes to achieve sober living; therefore, you’ll […]

Get Ready For The Online Auction To Help The Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse!

EOA Staff | September 19, 2022, 04:01 PM

We are just a few weeks away from the big cruise and online auction to benefit Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse to undertake preservation projects for this treasured National Historic Landmark. […]

Attorney General Releases Names of Officers Involved in Fatal Shooting

EOA Staff | September 19, 2022, 03:46 PM

Brian Frosh, Maryland’s Attorney General, has released the names of the 5 Anne Arundel County Police Officers who shot and killed a Harwood man after responding to a domestic disturbance […]

Chesapeake Arts Center’s Free Arts In The Park Festival-October 8th

EOA Staff | September 19, 2022, 01:08 PM

Chesapeake Arts Center’s (CAC) 8th Annual Arts in the Park Festival is scheduled to take place Saturday, October 8th, from 10 am to 3 pm. This free event will be […]

Celebrate Make A Difference Day With a Fall Greenscape

EOA Staff | September 19, 2022, 10:53 AM

Mayor Gavin Buckley and the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department invite community members to participate in the nation’s annual Make A Difference Day by volunteering for the city’s fall GreenScape project on Saturday, October […]

September 19, 2022 | Daily News Brief | Fatal Police Shooting. Mitchell Gallery. Where Are The Congressmen? Money Monday!

EOA Staff | September 19, 2022, 06:00 AM

Give us about ten minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our […]

A Few Moments With Glenn Tilbrook from Squeeze

John Frenaye | September 18, 2022, 06:30 PM

It all started with a help-wanted ad for a guitarist in London back in the early 70s, and on September 27th, Glenn Tilbrook, co-founder of Squeeze, will be coming to […]

St. John’s College Names New Director of Mitchell Gallery

EOA Staff | September 18, 2022, 04:50 PM

St. John’s College President Nora Demleitner has announced the appointment of Peter Nesbett as the new director of the Mitchell Gallery at St. John’s College. Nesbett brings to the college a vast background as an arts administrator […]