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Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III, 31, Died Chasing His Passion Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III, 31, Died Chasing His Passion
Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III, 31, Died Chasing His Passion Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III died chasing his passion: Protecting the city that he loved. Officials confirmed on Friday that the 31-year-old Pitts was the firefighter killed battling an intense blaze that broke out in a Northwest Baltimore that left four other members of his department with various burn injures, including one who is fighting for his life in critical condition. Pitts had just recently joined his hometown department, serving for Engine Company 29 with less than a year of service before he suffered incapacitating injuries on Thursday afternoon. "Baltimore lost a her…

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by Zak Failla
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Maryland Mourns Death Of Longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, 78 Maryland Mourns Death Of Longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, 78
Maryland Mourns Death Of Longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, 78 Maryland is mourning the loss of longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, who died at the age of 78. High, who has been the sheriff since December 2010, has a lengthy career in law enforcement that dates back to 1969 when he joined the Metropolitan Police Department before eventually making his way to Maryland. Officials said that High began feeling ill and checked himself into the hospital before unexpectedly dying. His cause of death has not been confirmed by the sheriff's office. Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy remembered High as “a supporter, an advi…

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by Zak Failla
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Former Maryland State Senator David Harrington Dead At 68 After 40 Year Public Service Career Former Maryland State Senator David Harrington Dead At 68 After 40 Year Public Service Career
Former Maryland State Senator David Harrington Dead At 68 After 40 Year Public Service Career A Former Maryland state senator and Bladensburg Mayor has passed away just months after stepping down from his role as the President of the Prince George's County Chamber of Commerce, confirms the Washington Informer. David Harrington, 68, dedicated his career to public service in the Washington metropolitan area for over 40 years. He served on the Prince George's County Council from 2002-2008 and as a state senator from 2008-2011, the outlet continues. We mourn the great loss of David Harrington. David was mayor of Bladensburg, served in the MD Senate and led multiple Chambers of Comme…

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by Annie DeVoe
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VIDEO: School Rolls Our Red Carpet For Daughter Of Firefighter Killed In Maryland Rowhouse Fire VIDEO: School Rolls Our Red Carpet For Daughter Of Firefighter Killed In Maryland Rowhouse Fire
Video: School Rolls Our Red Carpet For Daughter Of Firefighter Killed In Maryland Rowhouse Fire A fallen Baltimore City Firefighter's stepdaughter was given a red carpet entrance into her first day of school, as pictured on video by officials. Mila, the stepdaughter of Kelsey Sadler, was given the welcome start to the school year by her extended fire department family that has come together to support the loved ones of Sadler after her passing, according to Baltimore City Fire officials. This morning was the first day of school for Kelsey Sadler’s stepdaughter, Mila. Kelsey was killed in the line of duty in January. Members stepped up to ensure that Mila received a welcomed start …

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by Annie DeVoe
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Flags To Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Beloved Carrol County Community Member Oscar Baker Flags To Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Beloved Carrol County Community Member Oscar Baker
Flags To Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Beloved Carrol County Community Member Oscar Baker The Carroll County government will fly its flags at half-staff through the rest of the week to celebrate the life and honor the passing of lifelong Mount Airy resident and civil servant Oscar Baker. Baker died on Saturday, July 23, shortly before his 100th birthday and following more than six decades of active service to the residents of Mount Airy and the surrounding communities throughout the county and state. All flags have been ordered to fly at half-staff through the end of the day on Friday, July 29, following Baker’s funeral. Aside from his active service, Baker also served as Presi…

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by Zak Failla