local news Arts & CultureBaltimore BasilicaChristmasFeatureLocal NewsNews Powerful masterpiece: Beloved rendition of Handel’s Messiah coming to Baltimore Basilica George P. Matysek Jr.December 1, 20235 min read “My approach is one of electric white heat that can be so dramatic and inspirational,” said Polochick, a former longtime music professor at the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore who has led the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra in Nebraska since 1998. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSchools Gregory Farno appointed new archdiocesan schools chancellor Christopher GuntyNovember 30, 20236 min read Archbishop William E. Lori announced Nov. 30 that Gregory A. Farno will join the Archdiocese of Baltimore as chancellor of education, effective Jan. 17, 2024. Farno retired in October as regional president for the Maryland Region of Truist Financial Corporation. Prior to his tenure at Truist, he held various positions at SunTrust Bank, including president, […] FeatureLocal NewsNewsSchools St. Maria Goretti Regional Catholic High School confirms closure George P. Matysek Jr.November 29, 20234 min read Determining that it is not feasible to keep St. Maria Goretti Regional Catholic High School open as an independent Catholic school, leaders of the Hagerstown school announced Nov. 28 that the coeducational institution will close at the end of the 2023-24 academic year. Catholic CharitiesFeatureLocal NewsNewsOur Faith in Action Hope and Promise: Catholic Charities marks centennial, honors long-time director Christopher GuntyNovember 29, 20237 min read As Catholic Charities of Maryland marked its 100th anniversary with a gala dinner Nov. 9, it was fitting that a major award was given to Harold A. “Hal” Smith, who led the agency for a third of its history. FeatureLocal NewsNewsObituaries Sister Mary Jean Aulenback, former nurse at Bon Secours, dies at 93 Catholic Review StaffNovember 28, 20232 min read Bon Secours Sister Mary Jean Aulenback, who served as a nurse in Baltimore and managed her order’s bookstore at its Marriottsville headquarters, died Nov. 17 of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. AdventBooksChristmasFeatureLocal NewsNewsRadio Interview Radio Interview: Hope for the holidays Catholic Review StaffNovember 27, 20231 min read Paul Jarzembowski offers inspiration and some practical advice for celebrating the holidays in a meaningful, hope-filled way. AdventChristmasFeatureLocal NewsNews Season of Joy: Parishes build community spirit; check out these special events this Christmas season Gerry JacksonNovember 27, 202312 min read From Italian cooking classes to musical performances and elaborate displays, this Christmas season offers something for all in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSchoolsSports Loyola Blakefield rolls past Calvert Hall, 40-28, in 103rd Turkey Bowl as Kendrick Worthington leads way Todd KarpovichNovember 23, 20239 min read Kendrick Worthington , a junior running back, rushed for 226 yards on 26 carries with three touchdowns, leading the Dons to a 40-28 victory on the 103rd Thanksgiving game on Thursday in front of a capacity crowd at Towson University. Local NewsNewsObituaries Sister Imelda Dooley, who taught at Mount Carmel and St. Joseph, dies at 91 Catholic Review StaffNovember 22, 20232 min read A funeral Mass is scheduled Nov. 28 in Philadelphia for Sister of St. Francis Imelda Dooley, who died Nov. 20. Sister Imelda, formerly Sister Imelda Catherine, was 91. AppointmentsFeatureLocal NewsNews Archbishop Lori announces appointments, including two administrator assignments Catholic Review StaffNovember 21, 20232 min read Archbishop Lori announces appointments, including two administrator assignments Previous 1 … 130 131 132 … 435 Next
