Economist: Panama Canal expansion is 'not a huge...

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The recent expansion of the Panama Canal will help the Port of Baltimore, but do not expect it to lead to a sudden surge in job creation, says a regional economist for the Baltimore area. State officials and business leaders on Tuesday welcomed a ship the length of four football fields to the Port of Baltimore, the first of its kind to to arrive after traveling through the Canal. Officials hailed the moment as a sign of future success for the port because of its ability to bring in more cargo and…