TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials announced on Friday that a member of the Baltimore County Police Department and a member of the Baltimore County Fire Department have tested positive for COVID-19. These are the first Baltimore County public safety personnel to test positive for the virus. “I am grateful for the dedication of the brave men and women serving on the […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County on Thursday announced plans to expand grocery distribution to food insecure families by distributing boxes of groceries at 11 sites around the county on Saturday, March 28, for residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. The distribution will include various grocery items, including fresh produce supplied by Maryland-based Keany Produce & Gourmet, bread from H&S Bakery, and other items […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning has launched a new application on its website to accept public comments on the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process (CZMP) 2020 rezoning issues. The application includes an interactive map with information about each issue broken down by council district. The application can be viewed by clicking here. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions […]
TOWSON, MD—In an effort to minimize the spread of the novel coronavirus, Baltimore County officials are asking residents to tightly bag their trash. Officials say this will aid in trash removal and keep trash collectors from brushing up against any discarded items that may have come into contact with COVID-19. Residents are asked not to place open or broken bags […]
TOWSON, MD—On Monday afternoon, the Baltimore County Fire Department announced that, effective immediately, BCoFD medic units and ambulances will no longer allow family members to ride with patients to local hospitals. Officials say the change is necessary due to the fact that all Baltimore-area hospitals have limited or completely restricted visitor access as a safety measure during the novel coronavirus […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday requested Maryland National Guard support in Baltimore County to provide humanitarian and emergency management assistance to county government as it continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’ve asked for the Guard’s help to support our County’s evolving response to this unprecedented pandemic,” Olszewski said. “These are neighbors from our communities who […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A second Marylander has died from the coronavirus. On Friday night, Governor Larry Hogan announced that a Baltimore County man in his 60s died from COVID-19. The governor added that the man had underlying medical conditions. “A second Marylander has lost his life as a result of the coronavirus pandemic,” Governor Hogan said on Friday night. “On behalf of […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski this week announced new resources to help residents locate food distribution sites and identify restaurants offering food pickup, carry-out, and delivery services. “As we continue to respond to this rapidly evolving situation, we have to make sure our residents can access fundamental necessities—especially food,” Olszewski said. “We will continue to work around the clock […]