It will expand its Frederick operations, and open a facility in Gaithersburg. Frederick, Md (KM) A major announcement on Friday about AstraZeneca. The Governor’s Office says the company is investing $2 billion in its biologics manufacturing facility in Frederick; and will construct a new, state-of-the-art clinical manufacturing center in Gaithersburg. The announcement was made by…
One is a teenager charged with assault, weapons offenses. Frederick, Md (KM) The Frederick County Grand on Friday returned ten indictments. One was against Markell Anthony Thompson, 18, of Frederick who is charged with 1st-degree assault; 2nd-degree assault; firearms use in a violent crime; three counts of possessing a regulated firearm by someone under 21; …
IT was a man between the ages of 30 to 40. Baltimore, Md (KM) The Maryland Department of Health is reporting the first cold weather-related death in the state for this season of 2025-2026. It’s a man between the ages of 30 and 40. and the incident occurred in Frederick County. The Department reminds residents…
The pursuit began in Frederick County. Clarksburg, Md (KM) Charges are expected to be filed against a man who drove the wrong way on southbound Interstate 270 Friday afternoon, causing a massive traffic backup. Maryland State Police say a chase began in Frederick County when a vehicle was observed traveling on the southbound shoulder of…
The pursuit began in Frederick County, and ended in Montgomery County. Frederick, Md (KM) A suspect has been charged in connection with a vehicle pursuit which began Friday afternoon in Frederick County and ended in Montgomery County. Cory Thomas Burkhardt of Idlewylde, Maryland, 37 was taken into custody following a vehicle chase. The Sheriff’s Office…
The County Council approved the change on Tuesday. Frederick, Md (KM) Some changes were approved on where cannabis dispensaries can be placed in Frederick County, In a 4-3 vote on Tuesday, the County Council agreed to reduce distance requirements for those shops from 1500 feet to 500 feet away from existing public and private schools,…
AAA says this year’s forecast is ‘essentially flat’ compared to last year. Baltimore, Md (KM) The roads could be a little crowded next week as travelers head out to enjoy Thanksgiving. AAA says .1.5 million Marylanders will be traveling for the upcoming holiday weekend. Ragina Ali, Manager of Government and Public Affairs for the Auto…
He pleaded guilty to that charge in October. Matthew Sidney Watley. (Photo from Frederick County State’s Attoreny’s; Office) Frederick, Md. (KM) A Sicklerville, New Jersey man was sentenced Thursday in Frederick County Circuit Court for 2nd-degree murder. Matthew Sidney Watley, 48, was given the maximum of 40 years for the murder of Candice Thompson, 46,…
Loudoun County Sheriff says investigation began after chief reported suspicious charges. Loudoun County, VA (JK) – The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office has charged the chief of the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department with embezzling station funds following an investigation into questioned purchases made on a department credit card. Detectives arrested 66-year-old William Graham II…
One change would provide discounts to senior citizens who own pets. Frederick, Md (KM) Legislation to update regulations covering pet ownership is expected to come before the Frederick County Council. The bill being proposed by County Executive Jessica Fitzwater would establish a new fee schedule for pet licenses. It would also allow lifetime licenses for…