Several Catholic churches in Baltimore area may close, merge under new proposal

BALTIMORE, MD—The Archdiocese of Baltimore has announced a list of several Catholic churches that may close or merge in and around the Baltimore area. The “Seek the City to Come” proposal realigns Catholic parishes throughout Baltimore City and some nearby communities in Baltimore County. Pastoral leadership for each location would be determined at a later date. The list of proposed […]

Councilman Marks to cosponsor Adequate Public Facilities legislation

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will cosponsor legislation that reforms the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (APFO), a statute that governs how development is approved in school districts. The bill is sponsored by Councilman Izzy Patoka, chair of the County Council. The current APFO has been widely criticized by many community leaders and parents as allowing development in areas where […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area on Monday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024. Forecasters say scattered severe thunderstorms are likely on Monday afternoon and evening, mostly to the south of the Baltimore area. Any storms that do develop will bring large hail and damaging […]

Thunderstorms, heavy rain, high winds likely in Baltimore area to end the week

BALTIMORE, MD—The end of the week will likely be soggy and windy in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says damaging winds or an isolated tornado are possible on Thursday night. Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms may lead to isolated instances of flooding as a front passes through the region. Shower and thunderstorms will again be possible on Friday and […]