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    Garrison Forest finally finishes off a big win
    Grizzlies roll past Bryn Mawr hoping to spark some confidence to build upon
    Gabby Laverghetta (5) scored five goals and had three assists as Garrison Forest topped Bryn Mawr, 14-7, in an IAAM A Conference lacrosse game Thursday. Grace Barta (right) and her defensive teammates held the Mawrtians to three goals until the final four and a half minutes.
    Baltimore County executive’s $4.9 billion budget proposes teacher raises, free community college
    Johnny Olszewski Jr.’s proposed budget would give Baltimore County schools most, but not all, the funds the system requested.
    Johnny Olszewski, Baltimore County Executive, speaks at a press conference announcing a package of foundational legislative reforms to expand access to new housing opportunities as well as address community concerns in Baltimore County.
    Once the only African American on his shift. Now he’s set to become Baltimore County’s first Black police chief.
    Robert McCullough was a 35-year veteran of the department before retiring as a colonel and operations bureau chief in 2021.
    Baltimore County Executive John Olszewski to announces Police Chief Selection, County Council, Robert McCullough inside of the  Baltimore County Historic Courthouse, in Towson, Friday, April 7, 2023.
    A dozen sexually abusive priests served at St. Mark’s. It may not be a coincidence.
    Five priests are known to have abused children while serving at St. Mark. Another seven abused children before or after they served at the Catonsville parish.
    A buildings on St. Mark Parish property, in Catonsville, Tuesday, April 11, 2023.
    No. 3 Loyola comes from behind in the fourth to defeat St. Paul’s
    Mason Cook scores three fourth quarter goals as Dons remain undefeated in MIAA A lacrosse
    Mason Cook (center) celebrates with his Loyola teammates after his fourth quarter goal Tuesday against St. Paul's. The No. 3 Dons scored the final 5 goals in regulation to claim an 11-9 victory over sixth-ranked St. Paul's in MIAA A lacrosse battle in Brooklandville.
    Baltimore County’s school board will be missing a member when it hires a superintendent
    The governor appointed three new members to the school board but chose not to pick a recommended candidate for the final open seat.
    The Baltimore County Public School Board logo as seen during a board meeting on 12/6/22.
    The Baltimore Banner/VSN Boys & Girls Week 4 Lacrosse Top 15
    Fallston makes an appearance in the boys poll at No. 15; McDonogh moves to No. 1 in girls poll
    Former Gunpowder Falls State Park manager gets probation for sex offense conviction
    Michael Browning, 72, of Timonium, who presided over Gunpowder Falls State Park from 1991-2022, was found not guilty on Friday of all but one of the 27 charges against him.
    A sign at the entrance of Gunpowder Falls State Park Sweet Air Area.
    ‘Ferries’ help toads across the road during mating season
    For 25 years, Lisa Lewenz and a small army of “toad ferries” have helped to gather the toads on one side of the busy road and carry them to the other side, where they can then reach their spawning grounds.
    Lisa Lewenz holds up a single toad. As the “Grandee Toad Ferry,” she helps them migrate to their spawning grounds across a bust Baltimore County road.
    Baltimore County had a chance to spread diversity among schools. They missed it.
    Vocal opposition from Carroll Manor elementary parents, and map options that barely moved the needle, kept school district diversity at status quo.
    Carroll Manor Rd. Baldwin, MD, 21013,
    Gone in 30 seconds: TikTok challenge leading to thefts of Kia, Hyundai cars hits Maryland
    In Maryland, thefts of Kias and Hyundais have increased nearly 50% over the past year, according to Maryland State Police.
    Kia Dealership, Owings Mills, MD., March 28, 2023.
    Simon’s Bakery has served up sweets in Baltimore since the 1800s. Now it could close.
    The Cockeysville shop, part of the “endangered species” known as local bakeries, is up for sale and will close in December if there are no buyers.
    Taeden Sidney, age 3, admires an Easter display at Simon's Bakery. The shop, whose roots in Baltimore go back to the 1800s, is up for sale.
    Overturned truck closes lane on I-695 inner loop near US 40
    Drivers should expect delays in the area.
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    Black Marylanders most often targeted by hate crimes and bias incidents in 2021
    Hate crimes and incidents of bias in Maryland victimized Black residents more than any other identity group in the state in 2021, according to data published by Maryland State Police (MSP).
    The Maryland State Police logo emblazoned on a lectern in front a police vehicle from a separate agency before a press conference, pictured outside the Maryland State Police Glen Burnie Barracks on 11/10/22.
    Second-half surge lifts No. 2 McDonogh over top-ranked St. Paul’s School for Girls in IAAM A Conference lacrosse showdown
    Levy’s success with the draw and three goals by Trahan during a 5-0 second-half run proves to be decisive for the Eagles
    McDonogh junior Katy Levy acquitted herself well in her first time playing against two-time defending IAAM A Conference champion St. Paul’s School for Girls on Thursday afternoon. The transfer from North Carolina was in the circle when the Eagles won 13 of 21 draws in their 10-9 victory. She also scored once and added a pair of assists in the showdown between the Banner’s two top-ranked teams.
    Former Gunpowder Falls park manager acquitted of rape and assault charges, convicted of misdemeanor sex offense
    Michael Browning had served as manager of Maryland’s largest state park for three decades before he was arrested last fall.
    Michael Browning served as park manager at Gunpowder Falls State Park.
    As Guinness manufacturing plant closes, officials scramble to keep Baltimore Blonde local
    Local officials hope to get another Baltimore County brewery to produce Guinness’ Baltimore Blonde after the Maryland plant shuts down in June.
    Baltimore Blonde stocked in the Open Gate Brewery on March 14, 2023.
    Jurors continue deliberations in rape trial of former Gunpowder Falls park manager
    Michael J. Browning, the former longtime manager of Maryland’s largest state park, was accused of rape by two younger women who had worked at the park.
    Scenes from Day's Cove in Gunpowder State Park on March 21, 2023.
    Meet the Baltimore County native leading NASA’s next moon mission
    The commander of NASA's next trip to the moon — the first in decades — is from Baltimore County. What does he remember from growing up outside of Baltimore?
    A middle-aged caucasian man wears an astronaut helmet with a visor lifted up and looks off to the left in a portrait against a black background.
    Our favorite food stories from The Baltimore Banner
    Whether you’re looking for news about a place that’s opening up in your neighborhood or if you’re wondering about larger trends in Charm City food, we’ve got you covered.
    Chicken tender taste held at The Baltimore Banner between: Popeye’s, Royal Farms and Racing Cane’s.
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