NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health confirmed on Wednesday that the number of novel coronavirus cases in the state had surpassed 10,000. As of Wednesday morning, there were 10,032 COVID-19 cases in Maryland, 349 related deaths, 2,231 hospitalizations, 45,731 negative test results, and 607 individuals had been released from isolation. Baltimore County has confirmed 1,485 COVID-19 cases and Harford County […]
TIMONIUM, MD—In an effort to keep pace with the demand for COVID-19 testing, the Baltimore County Department of Health will open a drive-through clinic to test patients who have a medical order from a healthcare provider. The clinic will be located at the Timonium Fairgrounds (2200 York Road, Timonium, Maryland, 21093) and will open on Thursday, April 16th. Testing will […]
PARKVILLE, MD—Four COVID-19 deaths have been reported at a Parkville nursing home. Four residents at Genesis Loch Raven Center have died, according to Councilman David Marks, and 46 others have tested positive at the facility. The novel coronavirus outbreak at Genesis in Parkville was first reported on April 1st. “Let me begin by expressing sympathies to the families of these […]
TOWSON, MD—Dr. Erin Hager, an associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM), has been appointed by Governor Larry Hogan to serve on the Board of Education of Baltimore County. Hager was nominated by the Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission and appointed by the governor to fill the remaining term created by the death of Board […]
UPDATE: The updated zip code report for Wednesday, April 15, 2020 can be viewed here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health reported on Tuesday that the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state had surpassed the 9,000 mark. As of Tuesday morning, there were 9,472 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in Maryland and […]
TOWSON, MD—Amid the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday submitted to the County Council a $3.9 billion budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2021 that prioritizes commitments to providing quality education, neighborhoods safety, and supporting the county’s workforce to ensure residents can continue to receive essential government services. The proposed budget for FY21 reflects an approximate […]
PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced on Tuesday that the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 county budget includes funding to design and expand parking at Seven Oaks Senior Center in Perry Hall. The senior center is one of the busiest in northeastern Baltimore County, sharing an entrance with Seven Oaks Elementary School. Parking is often difficult. Members have advocated […]
UPDATE: A new Severe Thunderstorm Warning has also been issued for Middle River, Essex, Rosedale, Chase, Bowleys Quarters, Joppa, Kingsville, Edgewood, and other portions of Baltimore County and Harford County until 3:15 p.m. See updated graphics in post. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of Baltimore County. The warning […]