Maryland property values rise 23.4% according to SDAT’s 2024 reassessment

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation has announced its 2024 reassessment of 767,226 “Group 3” residential and commercial properties. In Maryland, there are more than two million property accounts that are split into three groups, each appraised once every three years. The overall statewide value increase for “Group 3” properties was 23.4% since its last reassessment three […]

Olszewski announces 2024 series of signature budget town hall meetings

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski this week announced his sixth annual series of signature town hall meetings to hear from constituents and stakeholders about their ideas and priorities for the County’s FY25 budget. Seven meetings, one for each district in Baltimore County, will provide a forum for public discussion focused on future budget priorities and ensure that community members […]

Baltimore County offices to close on New Year’s Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Monday, January 1, 2024 in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Towson Loop service and CountyRide van service will not operate and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed. All Baltimore County parking meters will be free on the holiday. No Trash, Recycling or […]

Armed robberies reported in Parkville, Rosedale

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating a burglary, an assault, and two robberies that were reported this month. Sometime between 9 a.m. on Tuesday, December 19 and 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2023, a suspect broke into a residence in the 1100-block of Chesaco Avenue in Rosedale (21237) and stole property. At just before 3 a.m. on Thursday, December 28, a […]

Baltimore County announces Christmas tree recycling collection dates

TOWSON, MD—The collection of live Christmas trees for recycling in Baltimore County will take place over a two-week period, beginning Monday, January 8, 2024. Pickup dates vary by location and are not scheduled in advance; residents must place trees out by January 13 to ensure collection. Christmas trees will not necessarily be collected on residents’ scheduled trash or recycling day—they […]

Otoman Halal Spot opens in Overlea

OVERLEA, MD—A new restaurant has opened in the Overlea area. Otoman Halal Spot is now serving hungry customers along the Belair Road corridor. The restaurant held a soft opening back in November and is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. during the week and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends. Otoman Halal Spot is located at 7400 Belair […]