Governor Moore signs executive order establishing Longevity Ready Maryland initiative

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order (PDF) establishing the Longevity Ready Maryland initiative, directing the Maryland Department of Aging to prioritize the well-being of older people, people living with disabilities, and caregivers across all of state government, proactively addressing the needs arising from a growing older adult population. “Our administration made a commitment to honor the […]

Golden Corral closes Fullerton location

NOTTINGHAM, MD—A popular restaurant chain has closed one of its local locations. The Golden Corral in Fullerton, located on Rossville Boulevard, has permanently closed its doors, according to the company’s website. The restaurant’s locations in Hagerstown (permanently) and Glen Burnie (temporarily) have also closed, according to reports. The locations in Arundel Mills and Aberdeen are still open.  

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 […]

Baltimore area may see first accumulating snowfall in two years this weekend

BALTIMORE, MD—The forecast is becoming a bit more clear with regard to this weekend’s winter storm that is expected to impact the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says that wintry weather is expected across much of the region on Saturday afternoon and into the overnight hours. The greatest impacts from snow and ice will likely be felt in western […]

Attempted robbery reported in White Marsh, suspect arrested following Overlea assault

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating an armed robbery, an attempted robbery, and two assaults that were reported this week. At around 12:15 a.m. on Monday, January 1, 2024, a suspect committed a first-degree assault in the unit block of Madeline Avenue in Overlea (21206).  The suspect was subsequently arrested. At just before 3 p.m. on Monday, January 1, an armed suspect […]

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 […]