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As the Earth Rocked, Ceiling Tiles Fell at Local Target

Posted on August 24, 2011 by atomictv

Tuesday afternoon’s earthquake caused mild damage to the national retailer on Campbell Boulevard. By Emily Kimball (Essex-MiddleRiverPatch, 8/23/2011) As the ground began rocking, more than a dozen ceiling tiles fell from inside the White Marsh Target on Campbell Boulevard. While … Continue reading →

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Man Reveals Legend of Mystery Visitor to Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave

Posted on August 22, 2011 by atomictv

(Associated Press, 8/15/2007) The legend was almost too good to be true. For decades, a mysterious figure dressed in black, his features cloaked by a wide-brimmed hat and scarf, crept into a churchyard to lay three roses and a bottle … Continue reading →

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The Baltimore Block, Half Scale Baltimore Row House

Posted on August 19, 2011 by atomictv

“”What will I do with a row house?” Jim suggested a crack house. Well, that will be different, thought Grace. So she decided to go ahead with the project.” View the Baltimore Block gallery at Virtual Dollhouses A Baltimore-Themed Dollhouse, … Continue reading →

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Flash Mob Theft Reported at Germantown 7-Eleven

Posted on August 16, 2011 by atomictv

By Tiffany Arnold (Germantown.patch.com, 8/15/2011) Montgomery County Police have identified several suspects in connection with an apparent flash mob theft at a 7-Eleven in Germantown late Saturday. Investigators have released surveillance footage Monday afternoon with hopes of identifying more people. … Continue reading →

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