Baltimore County Director of Public Works Steve Walsh to retire

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Director of Department of Public Works Steve Walsh announced on Wednesday that he will retire from Baltimore County government, effective May 22nd. “Steve has been a steady hand, a thoughtful leader, and invaluable partner in our work to build a better Baltimore County,” said County Executive Johnny Olszewski. “On behalf of the people of Baltimore County, I […]

ZIP CODE REPORT: Nursing home facilities account for half of all Maryland COVID-19 deaths

UPDATE: For the latest zip code report, click here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health has begun releasing data on COVID-19 outbreaks within state nursing homes, as directed this week by Governor Larry Hogan. The new data shows that nursing home deaths account for about 50 percent (48%) of all Maryland coronavirus-related deaths. Health officials stated […]

Grape & Grain donates to COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund, Lib’s Grill to serve 150 free meals this week

NOTTINGHAM, MD—As the coronavirus pandemic continues to take its toll on the local economy, two Baltimore County businesses are giving back. Grape & Grain Wine & Spirits, located at 4299 Ebenezer Road in Nottingham/Perry Hall (21236) has been donating to the Baltimore County COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund. “Being one of the only businesses allowed to be open, we wanted to […]

Olszewski announces major COVID-19 economic relief efforts for small businesses, artists, musicians

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday announced a series of economic relief efforts to support small businesses and individuals impacted by the severe financial pressures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic: Baltimore County announces $10 million in new grant funding for small businesses County offers $100,000 in grants to assist professional artists, musicians and performers CCBC to launch online contact […]

ZIP CODE REPORT: Maryland confirmed COVID-19 cases exceed 20,000

UPDATE: For the latest zip code report, click here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health reported on Tuesday that there have been over 20,000 confirmed cases of novel coronavirus in the state. In addition, however, close to 1,300 patients have been released from isolation and there have been over 87,000 negative test results. As of Tuesday […]

ZIP CODE REPORT: Maryland COVID-19 cases top 19,000

UPDATE: Click here for the latest, complete zip code reports. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health reported on Monday that the state has confirmed over 19,000 total cases of novel coronavirus. In addition, the state has also recorded over 85,000 negative test results. As of Monday morning, there were 19,487 COVID-19 cases in Maryland. There have […]

SBA lenders to begin taking applications for 2nd round of Paycheck Protection Program funding on Monday

NOTTINGHAM, MD—On Monday, SBA lenders will begin taking applications again for the second round of funding for the Paycheck Protection Program. Baltimore County officials say funding will be very limited so business owners should be prepared to submit their applications first thing on Monday morning. The first round of PPP funding was exhausted in less than two week. This second […]