Store Closings, John Waters, Oldest Colonial Site: MD Top News

MARYLAND — Top news stories from Maryland Patches the past week included a record-setting day for coronavirus vaccinations; at least two school systems canceled proms because of COVID-19 concerns; archaeologists find the state's oldest colonial settlement; Baltimore native John Waters is joining the cast of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"; and drivers on I-95 did a double take when they saw sharks swimming in a tank hauled down the highway.

Gov. Larry Hogan expands the coronavirus eligibility to another age group; free Krispy Kreme doughnuts for everyone who gets their COVID shots; the Maryland state police will work with local police to increase patrols in response to increased anti-Asian violence; Pimlico racetrack will be open to fans for this year's Preakness Stakes; and a bug expert says the cicada swarm about to emerge can make an edible delicacy — all were among the big stories this week.

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Here are some of the top headlines from this week:

Increased Police Visibility Patrols Ordered By Gov. Hogan

The Maryland State Police will work with police chiefs and sheriffs across the state to increase enhanced visibility patrols in response to the increase in anti-Asian violence and discrimination.

• Asian Woman Punched In Face By Man While Walking On Trail: Police

Disney Closes 2 Maryland Stores, 60 Nationwide Shut Down

In a move to focus on online business and significantly reduce its brick-and-mortar footprint, Disney has closed at least 60 stores in North America, including two locations in Maryland.

Report: Baltimore's John Waters Joins 'Mrs. Maisel' Cast

The actor, filmmaker, writer John Waters, a native of Baltimore, has joined the cast of Amazon Prime Video's award-winning series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," Variety reported.

Maryland's Earliest Colonial Settlement Found In St. Mary's

Archaeologists in Maryland have found what is believed to be the state's earliest colonial settlement, dating back to the early 1600s, The Washington Post reported Sunday.

Pimlico To Host 10,000 Fans For Preakness 2021

Preakness organizers said 10,000 people will be allowed to attend this year's race, which will take place Saturday, May 15, at Pimilico Race Course in Baltimore.

Coronavirus Updates

• MD Expands Vaccine Eligibility; New Age Group Can Get The Shot
• Free Krispy Kreme Donut For Vaccinated Montgomery Co. Customers
• Marylanders Asked To Complete The COVID-19 Survey To Gauge Needs
• Maryland Sets Another Record Giving 60K COVID-19 Shots In One Day
• Coronavirus Derails Prom Plans: HCPSS Officials
• Those In Phase 1C Can Get The COVID-19 Vaccine In Howard County
• Baltimore Church Opens Sunday, Defying City's COVID-19 Health Order
• Harford County To Open Mass Vaccination Site In April: Governor
• High School Prom: AACPS Reaches Decision On Senior Dances
• New Daily COVID-19 Vaccination Record Set For Maryland

More Maryland news:

• You Can Eat 17-Year Cicadas As They Emerge In Maryland
• Shark Week In Maryland?
• Lawyer For Nick and Marilyn Mosby Blasts Federal Investigation
• How To Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs For Easter 2021
• Judge Rules Howard County Student Board Member Has Voting Rights
• Teen Faces Attempted Murder Charge In Relative's Shooting: Police
• Group Helps Unaccompanied Minor Immigrants Find Families
• New Police Chief Announced In Prince George's
• Police Use Kindness, Not Handcuffs, To Ease Distress: Report
• Conowingo Dam License Reissued After Long Fight Over Ecological Impacts
• Offensive Monument Names May Be Changed In Prince George's
• BWI Security Catches VA Man With Loaded Gun: Report
• Midshipmen Help Food Bank, Older Folks During Pandemic
• Baltimore County Police Pledge To Add More Women To Force
• North Tunnel Extension Would Save 9 Ellicott City Buildings
• Maryland Students Now Can Be 3 Feet Apart In Schools: Hogan
• HBCUs Get Millions Of Dollars Thanks To Bipartisan Law: Hogan

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