REPORT: J.C. Penney planning to file for bankruptcy

UPDATE: J.C. Penney has filed for bankruptcyJ.C. Penney has filed for bankruptcy… Original story below… ——— NOTTINGHAM, MD—A major U.S. retailer may be ready to fold in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reuters reports that J.C. Penney is preparing to file for bankruptcy protection as soon as this week with plans to permanently close about a quarter of its […]

White Marsh Mall giving away up to $100,000 to support communities, restaurants

NOTTINGHAM, MD—White Marsh Mall is supporting the Feeding America COVID-19 Response Fund in a big way. Shoppers simply need to share a photo of a meal from one of their restaurants (see list below) on Instagram using the hashtag #DineDelightDonate. White Marsh Mall will then donate $10 to the fund for every post between now and June 30…up to $100,000. […]

JCPenney to extend closures, furlough workers amid COVID-19 pandemic

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The response to the COVID-19 emergency continues to take its toll on the economy. JCPenney announced on Tuesday that it would extend the temporary closure of its stores and business offices. As a result of these store closures, the company will also temporarily furlough the majority of store hourly associates, beginning on April 2nd. Beginning on April 5, a […]

Macy’s to furlough most of 125,000 employees

WHITE MARSH, MD—Macy’s plans to furlough the majority of its workforce as the coronavirus pandemic continues to take its toll on companies across the country. The company announced the move in a statement on Monday morning. All Macy’s stores have been closed since March 18 due to COVID-19.  Since that time, the company has taken measures to maintain financial flexibility, […]

Governor Hogan shuts down all bars and restaurants, reopening closed hospitals [VIDEO]

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan held an emergency press conference on Monday morning to address the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. At Monday’s briefing, the governor announced that he had signed an executive order closing all bars, restaurants, movie theaters, and gyms as of 5 p.m. on Monday.  Delivery and carry-out services will remain unaffected. Gatherings will be limited to 50 people, consistent […]

White Marsh Mall to increase cleaning frequency of ‘high traffic’ areas

WHITE MARSH, MD—White Marsh Mall is closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak, in particular the potential impact within Baltimore County. Mall officials say they are taking all necessary precautions for the well-being of local shoppers. This includes following guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH). PREVENTION: • […]

Councilman Marks proposes 31-acre greenway along Perry Hall Boulevard

PERRY HALL, MD—As part of the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will propose that approximately 31 acres of publicly-owned property along Perry Hall Boulevard be downzoned to Neighborhood Commons, or open space zoning. The 31 acres, owned by the state and Baltimore County, is currently zoned a blend of RAE 1, DR 10.5, DR 5.5, and […]

Sears to close White Marsh Mall store

WHITE MARSH, MD—Sears announced on Thursday that the company would be closing three stores in Maryland, including its White Marsh Mall location. Liquidation sales are set to begin this week ahead of planned closures in April. “After careful review, we have made the difficult but necessary decision to close the Sears stores in Annapolis, Baltimore and Waldorf, Md.,” wrote Sears […]