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January 29, 2013 | Staff Writer

State Flag Ordered to Half Staff

UPDATED Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley has ordered the Maryland state flag flown at half-staff immediately. This is in memory of Delegate Hattie Harrision, who died yesterday. Delegate Harrison represented District 45 in Baltimore City since 1973. She was the longest serving member of the House of Delegates. The flag shall continue to be flown at […]

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January 19, 2013 | Staff Writer

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O’Malley on Passing of Earl Weaver

Governor Martin O’Malley today released the following statement on the passing of former Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver: “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Earl Weaver, a beloved Baltimore legend, a pioneer, and one of the greatest baseball managers of our time. “As manager, many will remember Earl for ushering in a […]

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December 28, 2012 | Staff Writer

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Gov. O’Malley’s Executive Order On Storm Resilient Construction

Governor Martin O’Malley recently signed a landmark initiative to increase the State’s long term resiliency to storm related flooding and sea level rise. The Climate Change and Coast Smart Construction Executive Order, directing that all new and reconstructed state structures, as well as other infrastructure improvements, be planned and constructed to avoid or minimize future […]

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December 14, 2012 | Staff Writer

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Local Officials React to Newtown Tragedy

Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley issued the following statement on the Dec. 14 school tragedy in Connecticut: “The loss of innocent lives today in the shootings in Connecticut are tragic beyond words. Katie and I send our thoughts and prayers to those who lost loved ones in this heartbreaking tragedy. It’s incomprehensible to even attempt to […]

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November 9, 2012 | Staff Writer

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Governor on Supreme Court’s Decision

Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision today to hear the state’s DNA case:  “We applaud the decision by the Supreme Court today to review Maryland’s case regarding DNA collection. Allowing law enforcement to collect DNA samples from offenders charged with serious crimes is absolutely critical to our efforts […]

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November 6, 2012 | Staff Writer

Governor Congratulates President Obama

Governor Martin O’Malley released the following statement on President Barack Obama’s “victory” on election night: “Marylanders have chosen – along with the majority of Americans – to move forward with President Barack Obama. “In choosing to re-elect the President, Americans have spoken clearly: we do not want to live in a country of less; we […]

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November 1, 2012 | Staff Writer

Governor’s Executive Order Regarding Absentee Ballots

Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley today (Nov. 1)  issued an Executive Order regarding Hurricane Sandy and Absentee Ballots. The Executive Order makes accommodations for Marylanders who, due to Hurricane Sandy, are unable to apply for an absentee ballot in person at their local board of elections. “From National Guard members assisting residents in Garrett County to […]

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October 29, 2012 | Sonya Burke

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Governor Calls Storm “A Monster”

On CNN this morning, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley called Hurricane Sandy “a monster.” He said the state’s preparations have been “intense” with 23 shelters opened and hundreds of National Guard personnel mobilized. The Governor said  it looks like the storm is going to make landfall across Maryland and he warned that the storm will not be […]

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October 29, 2012 | Staff Writer

“This is a Serious, Killer Storm”

UPDATED 10.29.12 Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley held two. press conferences on Oct. 28 where he warned Marylanders to prepare for Hurricane Sandy. “This is a serious, killer storm. It’s very important that everyone is vigilant. Be prepared,” O’Malley said. O’Malley announced that the state government is closed. He also announced that early voting would be […]

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October 13, 2012 | Staff Writer

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Casey Aiken’s Monologue (Video)

“21 This Week” host Casey Aiken tells us what he thinks about the redistricting plan proposed by Governor Martin O’Malley. 21 This Week airs on Sundays at 11 a.m. and then again at 7 p.m. on Channel 21. Don’t miss it! Learn more about 21 This Week and watch previous episodes, on demand.

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