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MD Sunset Featured In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty MD Sunset Featured In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty
MD Sunset Featured In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty A new set of stamps celebrating the Appalachian Trail has been released, showcasing breathtaking landscapes across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic. The U.S. Postal Service unveiled the Forever stamps during a first-day-of-issue ceremony at Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia on Friday, Feb. 28. The stamps honor the nearly 2,200-mile trail that stretches through 14 states. The collection highlights key locations along the trail, from New England's rugged peaks to historic sites in the mid-Atlantic. "The natural beauty of the Appalachian Trail has delighted millions throughout the…

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by Chris Spiker
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Unexpected Death Of Maryland Teen Sends Shockwaves Through Community Unexpected Death Of Maryland Teen Sends Shockwaves Through Community
Unexpected Death Of Maryland Teen Sends Shockwaves Through Community Wesley Janes’ smile was as big as his heart—both of which his grieving family says can never be replaced after his sudden passing. The 19-year-old Charles County native died unexpectedly on Friday, Feb. 7, leaving behind a grieving family now contending with heart-wrenching grief. "Wesley was more than a brother. He was a son, the most loving brother, an amazing friend, the best uncle — a person who brought light into the lives of everyone around him," she wrote in a GoFundMe raising money for his funeral.  "His unforgettable laugh, his kindness, his humor, his generosity, his em…

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by Zak Failla
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Grin, Bear It: Sightings On The Rise In Northern Maryland, Officials Warn Grin, Bear It: Sightings On The Rise In Northern Maryland, Officials Warn
Grin, Bear It: Sightings On The Rise In Northern Maryland, Officials Warn With the weather warming up, there has been an uptick in bear sightings in Northern Maryland, officials are cautioning. An alert was issued in Boonsboro following reports of bears roaming local neighborhoods in Keedysville, often targeting bird feeders for a quick meal. "Over the past few years, we've had black bears pass through Town and the most famous being the one that walked through Shafer Park, crossed Main Street, headed up Ford Avenue and walked back into the woods near Mountain Laurel Road," town officials said.  "Many people posted pictures of this beautiful creature and kep…

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by Zak Failla