Maryland bans Fire Knock-Out Christmas tree ornament
Maryland fire marshals ban the Fire Knock-Out tree ornament shaped like a bell that contains Halon 2402 and activates at 117 degrees. They warn Halon 2402 is toxic and its sale is prohibited in Maryland. The device is ordered removed from stores statewide and the maker plans an appeal at the Maryland State Fire Prevention Commission on December 10 in Pikesville.
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Fire Marshals Association of North America
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Pikesville
Marylanders Spend 119 Million On Summer Entertainment
Marylanders spent 119 million on entertainment last summer. Growth marks the third straight year of rising summer entertainment spending. Golf courses, night clubs, and movies saw 20 percent, 15 percent, and 9 percent increases respectively. Subdivisions will receive 6.6 million in admissions and amusement tax revenue for July through September, about 3 percent more than the prior year.
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Supporters unveil study on Maryland greyhound track
Investors backing a $14 million Washington County track released two economic impact studies showing 1,365 jobs nationally, with over 1,000 in the county, plus 400 at the track and 660 in related businesses. The group delayed pushing a dog racing bill to Annapolis to refine plans and win support next year.
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Frustrated motorists fault new seven mile I-97 stretch
ANNAPOLIS AP Motorists criticized the new seven mile I-97 segment opened to cut commute times from Baltimore to Annapolis. Traffic jams persisted as drivers blamed routing onto Route 50 and short exit ramps. Officials vowed signal tweaks and better awareness to ease congestion.
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Baltimore pension fund appeals divestment case
Baltimore's city pension fund appeals a municipal divestment law affecting about $400 million in holdings. Trustees argue the law infringes federal sovereignty and contracts with 30,000 beneficiaries, while the city cites social criteria and past decisions that influenced returns.
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Baltimore mayor-elect wife once an unwed teen mother
Patricia Schmoke, wife of Burt Schmoke, Baltimore's mayor-elect, was an unwed teen mother who now works with young mothers. She advocates education, work, and self-esteem to avoid public assistance, citing her own path from high school pregnancy to medical school.
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East Baltimore
Kurt Schmoke
Florida
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Insurance commissioner Muhl resigns in Maryland move
Edward J. Muhl, who led Maryland's Insurance Division since 1982, resigns to join a North Carolina firm. He cites family tuition costs and his two children as key factors. Deputy Martha Roach will take charge. Muhl suggests Roach as successor, while licensing chief Fogle delays naming a replacement.
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Edward J. Muhi
Maryland
Mr. Muhl
Muhl
North Carolina
Martha Roach
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Catoctin Tourism Council Holds Annual Meeting
Tourism council members gathered at Roger's Restaurant for the annual meeting led by outgoing president Michael Irons. Pat Ensor delivered a keynote on attracting major tour planners, with George Wireman elected president and plans to boost membership. Other officers and directors were announced as the group, dating to 1966, discussed future nonprofit status for the Catoctin Zoo venture.
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Commissioners Schedule Three Work Sessions In December
Commissioners set three work sessions for Monday December 7 and December 10 and a planning session on Wednesday December 9. Activities include BG&E Franchise Agreement Purchasing Waste Oil Recycling land acquisitions transfers PSC comments Pepco Transmission Line Chesapeake Bay Agreement and capital budget discussions.
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