Baltimore County to hold online public hearing for proposed solid waste regulation changes

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) is proposing several revisions to the Bureau of Solid Waste Management’s (BSWM) regulations. DPWT is proposing revisions to the “Regulation for Baltimore County Residential Trash and Recycling Collection” regarding an updated holiday collection schedule, the introduction of a residential bulk collection service, changes to set-out requirements, and general language […]

ZIPS to hold grand opening, ribbon-cutting at Perry Hall Square

UPDATE: The ribbon has been cut and ZIPS is open for business. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The new ZIPS in Perry Hall Square will hold a grand opening and ribbon-cutting later this month. The event will begin at noon on Saturday, September 25, 2021, featuring a ribbon-cutting, therapy pets for photos, a fire truck, national champion sign spinners, prizes, […]

Scattered storms, foggy conditions possible in Baltimore area through Friday night

NOTTINGHAM, MD—A few scattered storms may pass through the Baltimore area late in the day on Wednesday and Thursday. The National Weather Service says a few thunderstorms may develop or move into the area on Wednesday evening. These storms may result in an isolated instance of wind damage, or gusty winds over the waters.  Some dense fog may develop late Wednesday […]

New masking requirement effective immediately for all Maryland public schools

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Board of Education and Maryland State Department of Education on Tuesday received approval of a statewide masking requirement for all public schools. Following public testimony today, the Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review (AELR) Committee approved the emergency regulation, which will be in effect for 180 days. The emergency regulation requires any person inside a public school […]

Baltimore County’s Solid Waste Work Group issues recommendations to improve recycling, solid waste system

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials on Tuesday released the final report of the Solid Waste Work Group, offering 19 recommendations for improving the County’s solid waste collection and disposal system and reducing the overall volume of trash produced in Baltimore County. “We have an obligation to take action now to reduce our waste and create a sustainable path forward for generations […]

Attorney General Frosh announces settlement with StubHub, Inc.

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh on Tuesday announced a settlement reached by the Consumer Protection Division with California-based StubHub, Inc. concerning the company’s refusal to pay refunds to consumers for concerts, sports events, and other events that were cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Maryland led an investigation that included nine other states and the District […]

Olszewski announces new hiring incentives for Baltimore County Police Department, Department of Corrections

TOWSON, MD—In the latest effort to attract and retain qualified applicants for critical public safety positions, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday announced employment bonus incentives for new hires in the Baltimore County Police Department and the Baltimore County Department of Corrections. “We are committed to doing everything we can to recruit the best-qualified candidates into these vital roles […]