Amanda Engel

Baltimore

Content Planner at WMAR-TV (Baltimore, MD)

Content Planner @wmar2news. Baltimore story ideas? Message me! Formerly @kjrh2hd. #MerrillMade Originally from St. Louis. (she/her) @[email protected]

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Flooding in Allegany County causes evacuation warnings in certain areas

2 days ago | wmar2news.com | Amanda Engel

WESTERNPORT, Md. - There's currently a flood emergency in Westernport, MD, and residents in town are seeing flooding and getting evacuation warnings. There's a flash flood warning in the rest of Allegany County. Volunteer fire company, the Potomac Fire Company posted earlier that downtown areas of Westernport were being evacuated.
Firefighter still in critical condition, following medical emergency on ladder

2 days ago | wmar2news.com | Amanda Engel

The firefighter taken to the hospital in critical condition Monday from the Saratoga St fire, likely suffered a medical emergency on the aerial ladder, said the Fire Chief in a news conference Tuesday. "As a result of that medical emergency, he fell backwards, down the ladder," said Chief James Wallace.
Halethorpe man wins $2 million from new Maryland Lottery scratch-off game 'Fire'

3 days ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Amanda Engel

A Halethorpe man won one of three top prizes from the Maryland Lottery's new 'Fire' scratch-off ticket. "I've got some family to help out," said the man, identified as "Family First" on his $2 million check. The aviation industry worker bought his winning ticket at the 7-Eleven near BWI. The shop will receive a bonus of $2,000 according to the Maryland Lottery. The 'Fire' scratch-off game started selling last month and still has two $2 million prizes left to win. CONTINUE READING
2 firefighters injured, one critically, following Baltimore City fire this afternoon

3 days ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Amanda Engel

Share Two firefighters were injured, and one is in critical condition, following a single-alarm fire at 204 W Saratoga St. The fire is now considered "under control," but Saratoga St. between Liberty Rd and Howard will be closed for an "extended period of time," says a spokesperson for the Baltimore City Fire Department. The City's office of Emergency Management is also on scene. This is a developing story and will be updated as we learn more details.
2 firefighters injured, one critically, following Baltimore City fire this afternoon

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Amanda Engel

Two firefighters were injured, and one is in critical condition, following a single-alarm fire at 204 W Saratoga St. The fire is now considered "under control," but Saratoga St. between Liberty Rd and Howard will be closed for an "extended period of time," says a spokesperson for the Baltimore City Fire Department. The City's office of Emergency Management is also on scene.
New college internship program for Key Bridge Rebuild project launched

3 days ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Amanda Engel

Share On Monday, the Maryland Transportation Authority announced its teaming up with the Maryland Higher Education Commission to create a Key Bridge Rebuild Internship Program for students at four Maryland universities. "The goal of the internship program is to strengthen collaboration skills among interns, foster community engagement and help students build professional networks that will serve them will in their future careers," says Maryland Secretary of Transportation Paul Wiedefeld.
Martha Stewart recommends Ladew Topiary Gardens after visit

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Amanda Engel

Martha Stewart stopped by the Ladew Topiary Gardens earlier this month. She posted about the excursion on Monday. In an Instagram post with several pictures from her trip, she encouraged people to come out and visit. Emily Emerick, the Executive Director of Ladew, joined Stewart for a stroll of the gardens and the Garden Festival on May 2nd. "It was a true privilege to host such an icon, and we look forward to welcoming her back to Ladew soon," said Emerick.
Halethorpe man wins $2 million from new Maryland Lottery scratch-off game 'Fire'

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Amanda Engel

A Halethorpe man won one of three top prizes from the Maryland Lottery's new 'Fire' scratch-off ticket. "I've got some family to help out," said the man, identified as "Family First" on his $2 million check. The aviation industry worker bought his winning ticket at the 7-Eleven near BWI. The shop will receive a bonus of $2,000 according to the Maryland Lottery. The 'Fire' scratch-off game started selling last month and still has two $2 million prizes left to win.
New college internship program for Key Bridge Rebuild project launched

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Amanda Engel

On Monday, the Maryland Transportation Authority announced its teaming up with the Maryland Higher Education Commission to create a Key Bridge Rebuild Internship Program for students at four Maryland universities. "The goal of the internship program is to strengthen collaboration skills among interns, foster community engagement and help students build professional networks that will serve them will in their future careers," says Maryland Secretary of Transportation Paul Wiedefeld.
Man arrested, allegedly threatened mass violence against former workplace

6 days ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Amanda Engel

Share An Annapolis man has been arrested and charged with threat of mass violence and threat of arson after allegedly threatening his former workplace in Queen Anne's County. An arrest warrant was issued for 23-year-old Joshua Broomfield last Friday, and he turned himself in to police earlier this week. The Sheriff's Office in Queen Anne's County received the report of the threat on Thursday, May 1st.