ANNAPOLIS, MD—On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, the Maryland flag was lowered to half-staff to honor the courage, sacrifice, and relentless efforts of civil rights leaders throughout history. The flag will remain at half-staff until sunset, by order of Governor Wes Moore. Civil Rights Heroes Day is recognized on February 20th. The day is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of civil […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will be hosting five in-person workshops in February and March to review grant opportunities to improve bicycle and pedestrian access and safety throughout the state. The workshops are designed to help community groups, local governments, nonprofits, school districts and education agencies, transportation and transit authorities, natural resource or public land agencies […]
HYDES, MD—A new small business has opened its doors in northeastern Baltimore County. Perry Hall Crafts & Collectibles held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening on Thursday evening at their new location in Hydes. Owners Pam Fleagle, Dianne Webster, Connie Wallace, and Peggy Rhodes teamed up to open a boutique chocked full of handmade crafts and unique items. “Congratulations to […]
TOWSON, MD—Registration has opened for students interested the summer enrichment opportunities offered by Baltimore County Public Schools. This summer, the school system will offer camps in visual arts, dance, instrumental music, songwriting, and musical theatre. All programs are open to students entering Grades 5-12 in the 2024-2025 school year, except for the visual arts summer program, which will accept students […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services will be providing one free Chromebook to county residents who receive Survivor Benefits, Veteran’s Pension, or who participate in any of the other qualifying programs. The events will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, February 23 at CCBC Catonsville and on Friday, March 1 at CCBC Essex. […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—A new fitness center will soon be opening in the White Marsh area. THE AVENUE at White Marsh has announced that F45 Training will hold a grand opening on Saturday, March 2, 2024. F45 training combines elements of high-intensity interval training, circuit training, and functional strength movements to provide an effective and efficient workout accessible to any fitness level. […]
PERRY HALL, MD—Seniors and their families will have the opportunity to learn about elder fraud abuse from a member of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Baltimore field office next month. The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, March 5th at 7:30 p.m. at the Brightview senior living community located at 9657 Belair Road in Perry Hall (in the Dorsey Room). The […]
PIKESVILLE, MD—Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner, and Maryland State Police are reminding motorists to enjoy the game, and avoid aggressive, distracted or impaired driving, when going to or leaving their destination. State troopers from all 23 Maryland State Police barracks, including the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, will be focusing on aggressive, distracted, or […]