Democrats finally push funds for school construction

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Democratic leaders within Maryland’s General Assembly finally announced plans Wednesday to spend billions of dollars more on public school construction. The so-called “Built to Learn Act” would involve sending an additional $2.2 billion to local governments to help fund renovating and building schools. The money would come from bonds issued by the Maryland Stadium Authority, according to The Baltimore […]

Johnny Olszewski, Police Chief Hyatt, Councilman Marks to tour Seven Courts area

NOTTINGHAM, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Baltimore County Police Chief Melissa Hyatt, Precinct 8 Commander Captain David Trivett, Councilman David Marks, and other elected officials will go on a walking tour of the Seven Courts community next week. The visit will take place from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, 2019. The walk will begin and end at the […]

Bevins’ bill passes, construction of sports complex to begin in Middle River

TOWSON, MD—Councilwoman Cathy Bevins’ Bill No. 52-19 passed through the Baltimore County Council’s legislative session on Monday evening, November 4, 2019. The passage of this legislation allows alternative uses and development proposals adjacent to the MD-43 Overlay District. Construction for a sports complex off of Campbell Boulevard will now begin in Middle River. The sports complex will have an aquatic […]

Bevins receiving death threats, Marks issues statement

UPDATE: The HOME Act has been signed into law. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—In the wake of this week’s passage of the HOME Act, Councilwoman Cathy Bevins has reportedly been receiving death threats. Earlier this week, the Baltimore County Council passed the HOME Act, which will prevent landlords from discriminating against potential renters who use vouchers as a source […]

Councilman Marks to hold Town Hall meeting on creation of Eastern Perry Hall Citizens on Patrol

PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will hold a town hall meeting to discuss the possible creation of an Eastern Perry Hall/Honeygo Citizens on Patrol initiative. The meeting will be held on Thursday, December 12th at 7 p.m. at Rosedale Federal Savings and Loan (9616 Belair Road). Representatives from the Baltimore County Police Department will be present, as well […]

The Avenue announces 2019 tree lighting date

WHITE MARSH, MD—The Avenue at White Marsh has announced the date for its annual tree lighting ceremony. The 22nd annual tree lighting ceremony will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2019. WMAR-2’s Jamie Costello will be on hand as The Avenue unwraps another magical holiday season. Santa will arrive to light the Christmas tree at […]