Baltimore Department of Public Works DPW

DPW takes steps to protect public health during COVID-19 pandemic, Loch Raven Drive to remain open

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BALTIMORE, MD—During the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19), the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (which also handles drinking water for Baltimore County) has taken steps to: Ensure the continued delivery of safe, clean drinking water Protect the health and safety of our employees Continue DPW’s essential services DPW officials say their water filtration and disinfection process and testing procedures ensure that […]

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Governor Hogan COVID19 20200319

Gov. Hogan: Shopping malls to close, BWI access restricted

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan held a press conference on Thursday morning to address the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. At this hour, Maryland has 107 confirmed cases of COVIDー19, an 88 percent increase in 48 hours. On Wednesday night, Governor Hogan announced the state’s first death as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. On Thursday, officials confirmed that a 5-year-old girl in […]

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Coronavirus

First Maryland coronavirus death reported

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Health officials have announced Maryland’s first death from COVID-19. Governor Larry Hogan confirmed the news on Wednesday night. “It is with profound sadness that I announce the first death in Maryland as a result of the coronavirus pandemic,” said Governor Hogan. “I ask all Marylanders to join me in praying for his family and loved ones during this difficult […]

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Kimberly Burton-Regulski Eastern Tech

Eastern Tech mathematics chair named 2020 Maryland Outstanding Educator

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ESSEX, MD—Stacy Barry, a resource teacher in the BCPS Office of Innovation and Digital Safety, has been named 2020 Maryland Outstanding Leader Using Technology by the Maryland Society for Education Technology (MSET), and Kimberly Burton-Regulski, mathematics department chair at Eastern Technical High School, has been named that group’s 2020 Maryland Outstanding Educator. Both women will be honored at MSET’s Common […]

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Emergency Alert

Harford County Executive Glassman declares state of emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic

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HARFORD COUNTY, MD—County Executive Barry Glassman on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in Harford County due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. County Executive Glassman issued the declaration to provide flexibility in maintaining county government functions during the public health crisis. A copy of Executive Order 20-01 is below. [embeddoc url=”http://www.nottinghammd.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Harford-County-State-of-Emergency.pdf” download=”all”]

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MDEZPassTransponder

MDTA implements electronic tolling statewide in response to COVID-19

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BALTIMORE, MD—In response to Governor Larry Hogan’s executive order on Tuesday and to help limit the spread of COVID-19, the Maryland Transportation Authority will initiate statewide all-electronic (cashless) tolling effective at 3 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon and until further notice. The MDTA will also close all E-ZPass® Maryland Customer Service Centers effective Wednesday, March 18, until further notice. To assist […]

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Baltimore County

Baltimore County announces COVID-19 government building restrictions

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TOWSON, MD— Effective on Tuesday, March 17, and until further notice, Baltimore County Government will implement new building procedures and restrictions. Visitor access to the Towson Complex Office Buildings, including the County Office Building (COB), Office of Human Resources, Historic Courthouse, and the Jefferson Building is by appointment only. Signs are now posted at all entrances announcing this policy. All […]

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Baltimore County Public Schools BCPS

BCPS expands meal options for students

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UPDATE 2: BCPS has announced changes to the Mobile Meal Program. UPDATE: The list of available locations has been expanded. Original story below… —— TOWSON, MD—In addition to the previously announced free meals available from Baltimore County Public Schools, the school system expanded meal sites on Tuesday and will begin providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner at all sites on Wednesday, […]

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