Category Archives: Local News

Frederick Residents Warned About Scammers Posing as Police
Frederick, Md. (DG) - A wave of phone and text scams is hitting the Frederick region, with residents being targeted by callers posing as law enforcement. The Frederick Police Department says scammers ...
Dianah Gibson Mar 16, 2026

Frederick County Work Force Services Job Hunt March 16, 2026
Director of Operations (2167892) Local firm is seeking a Director of Operations to serve as the owner's secondincommand, translating strategic vision into daytoday operational excellence...
Dianah Gibson Mar 16, 2026

State of Preparedness Declared as Powerful Storms Threaten Maryland
Frederick, Md. (DG) - Maryland officials are urging residents to get ready for potentially dangerous weather as Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Preparedness ahead of a significant se...
Dianah Gibson Mar 16, 2026

Soldier Dies During Training at Letterkenny Army Depot
Chambersburg, Pa. (DG) - An 18-year-old soldier who died during a training incident at Letterkenny Army Depot has been identified as Private First Class Krystofer Lopez of Biglerville, Pennsylv...
Dianah Gibson Mar 15, 2026

Firefighter Injured, Dozens Displaced After Apartment Fire in Frederick
Frederick, Md. (DG) - A firefighter was injured while battling a fast-moving fire at the Crystal Park Apartments in Frederick Friday afternoon that forced dozens of residents from their homes. ...
Dianah Gibson Mar 15, 2026

Maryland State Police Increase Patrols for St. Patrick's Day Weekend
Frederick, Md. (DG) - With St. Patrick's Day celebrations getting underway, drivers across western Maryland are being warned to expect a stronger police presence on the roads. The Maryland Stat...
Dianah Gibson Mar 13, 2026
Investigation Underway After Army Soldier Was Killed At Letterkenny Army Depot
Chambersburg, PA (DG) - A U.S. Army soldier has died following a training incident at the Letterkenny Army Depot in Franklin County. Authorities say the incident happened Thursday morning aroun...
Dianah Gibson Mar 13, 2026
Federal Judge Sends Maryland Navy Officer to Prison for Harassing Ex-Wife Online
Greenbelt, Md. (DG) - A Silver Spring Navy officer is heading to federal prison after being convicted of cyberstalking his ex-wife and her boyfriend. Federal prosecutors say 45-year-old Jason M...
Dianah Gibson Mar 13, 2026
Maryland Lottery Player In Montgomery County Won $4 million In Tuesday Mega Millions Drawing
Silver Spring, Md. (DG) - Excitement is sweeping in Montgomery County as a Maryland Lottery player claims a $4 million prize from Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing. The winning ticket was s...
Dianah Gibson Mar 12, 2026
Montgomery County Approves 'County Values Act,' Limiting ICE Activities
Rockville, Md. (DG) - Montgomery County leaders are moving forward with a proposal that would restrict how federal immigration agents operate in the county, but the measure is drawing criticism...
Dianah Gibson Mar 12, 2026



