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Young musicians ready for Maryland Symphony Youth Orchestra debut
2+ hour, 20+ min ago (205+ words) The Maryland Symphony Youth Orchestra will make its public debut in February, marking a significant milestone for young musicians in the region. The inaugural concert is scheduled for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at Kepler Theater in Hagerstown, according to a community announcement....
Herald-Mail Student of the Week: See this week's poll
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (103+ words) The nominations for The Herald-Mail Student of the Week are in, and you can now vote for the week's top student on our website. Voting is open on our website until noon on Thursday, Feb. 5. We will announce the winner…...
LA Knight donates $20K to aid ALICE families in Washington County
2+ week, 6+ day ago (262+ words) WWE Superstar LA Knight, whose real name is Shaun Ricker, has donated $20,000 to the United Way of Washington County. The donation will support programs for the county's ALICE population (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), as well as food security initiatives…...
Pinwheel Set to Launch ‘Pinwheel Home’ – Screen-free, Voice Calls-Only Family Phone
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (603+ words) New Pinwheel Home phone lets kids chat with approved family and friends " and dial 911 " without the distraction of screens, texting or games AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " Pinwheel, best known for its popular, top-rated phones for children and…...
Who was the first baby born at Meritus Medical Center this year?
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (108+ words) Who was the first baby born at Meritus Medical Center this year?The Herald-Mail A baby girl was the first baby born at Meritus Medical Center in 2026. Nylah Grace Hamby was born at 1:43 a.m. New Year's Day. She weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces…...
Israel Innovation Authority and Ministry of Education Launch NIS 26M Initiative to Advance Youth Entrepreneurship
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (1273+ words) New nationwide programs will strengthen Israel's high-tech human capital, and integrate thousands of students into tech and scientific entrepreneurship pathways JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, January 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " The Israel Innovation Authority and the Ministry of Education announced today the launch of a…...
RFK Jr. ditches COVID vaccine recommendation for children, pregnant women
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (183+ words) RFK Jr. said the COVID-19 vaccine would not be included in the CDC's recommended immunization schedule for healthy children and pregnant women. RFK Jr. ditches COVID vaccine recommendation for children, pregnant women WASHINGTON - Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy…...
Herald-Mail Student of the Week: See this week's winner
10+ mon, 4+ day ago (374+ words) Peter Rosas Sanchez has been chosen as The Herald-Mail Student of the Week. Peter, a senior at Boonsboro High School, is known for his kindness, dedication and willingness to go the extra mile. Herald-Mail Student of the Week: See this…...
With measles cases on the rise, Meritus Health answers questions about the infection
11+ mon, 4+ day ago (374+ words) With measles cases emerging across the country, Meritus Health is addressing frequently asked questions about the illness. In recent weeks, infections have been reported in southeast Pennsylvania and northeast New Jersey, in addition to a late-January outbreak in west Texas…...