County, City leaders issue joint statement on reversal of MTA cuts

BALTIMORE, MD—Top officials from Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and Howard County joined together to issue a statement regarding MTA’s announcement to reverse major cuts to the Maryland Transit Administration. Following public comment and feedback from local jurisdictions, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration on Wednesday announced that Core Bus service adjustments proposed September 1 will […]

State of Maryland reports zero new COVID-19 deaths for first time since March

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced that the State of Maryland reported zero new COVID-19 deaths for the first time since March 28—187 days ago: “Today, for the first time since March 28, the State of Maryland is reporting zero new coronavirus deaths. This encouraging milestone is a tribute to the incredibly heroic efforts of our doctors, nurses, and […]

Silver Spring Mining Company reopens Perry Hall location

NOTTINGHAM, MD—It’s official.  The Silver Spring Mining Company on Belair Road reopened on Wednesday. The restaurant had been closed for several months due to COVID-19 and also to undergo renovations. “(It’s) Its been a long wait but todays [sic] the day. We reopen at 11,” the restaurant said on Facebook on Wednesday. “Come get your pretzels, sour beef and fried […]

Ganga Threading & Spa to hold Grand Opening in October

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The newest spa in town has announced Grand Opening details. Ganga Threading & Spa opened in Belair Beltway Plaza last month. Their Grand Opening celebration will be held on Monday, October 26, at 11 a.m. The spa offers a wide range of services, including: Eyebrow threading/tinting Lash lift Facial Hair removal waxing Body massage Henna tattoos Haircut/hairstyle Ganga Threading […]

Attorney General Frosh announces $39.5 million settlement following 2014 Anthem data breach

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh on Wednesday announced a multi-state settlement with health insurance provider Anthem, Inc. stemming from its massive 2014 data breach that involved the personal information of 78.8 million Americans. Through the $39.5 million settlement, Anthem has agreed to a series of data security and good governance provisions designed to strengthen its practices going forward. […]

Maryland State Police warn of new ‘spoofing’ telephone scam

BALTIMORE, MD—Authorities are warning the public about a recent telephone scam in which the caller cloned, or “spoofed,” a Maryland State Police telephone number in an attempt to make the victim into believe they were the target of a criminal investigation. A complainant told Maryland State Police on Wednesday that she had received a call in which her caller ID […]

New state-of-the-art Xfinity Store by Comcast to open on THE AVENUE at White Marsh

WHITE MARSH, MD—A new state-of-the-art Xfinity Store by Comcast will soon be opening at THE AVENUE at White Marsh. Xfinity Stores by Comcast are stocked with their full product lineup, including Xfinity Mobile, so customers can try their services firsthand. Representatives at this new location will also be available to help with a variety of tasks, including: Paying your bill. […]

Nottingham-area 2020 National Night Out events announced

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The 37th annual National Night Out was pushed back to Tuesday, October 6 this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The annual event celebrates the partnerships that are strengthened as police and citizens unite in neighborhoods. Community engagement has been especially challenging in 2020. This annual community-building campaign is an opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive […]