Olszewski announces preservation of five farms by Baltimore County, Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation

TOWSON, MD – County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced on Friday that offers had been made to preserve five farms totaling 561 acres in Baltimore County through the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation. The Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation made offers to five farms in Baltimore County through the Fiscal Year 2019 State easement process. The offers were scheduled to go […]

Baltimore County Restaurant Week 2019 dates announced

BALTIMORE, MD – It’s almost time. Baltimore County Restaurant Week (summer edition) starts on Friday, August 2, 2019, and will run for two weeks. Organized by the Baltimore County Office of Tourism and Promotion and the Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce, Baltimore County Restaurant Week is one of the county’s most anticipated biannual events. The winter edition of BCRW was […]

Nottingham-area cooling centers offer relief from scorching temperatures

NOTTINGHAM, MD – Temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees and higher over the next several days and Baltimore County has several “cooling centers” with access to water and bathrooms that are available to offer relief from the heat. Nineteen convenient branches of the Baltimore County Public Library are open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday […]

Baltimore County government offices, facilities announce closure for Fourth of July holiday

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County government offices and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on Thursday, July 4th. in recognition of the Independence Day holiday. Health Department clinics and senior centers will be closed and CountyRide vans will not operate. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Parking meters will […]

Nottingham-area cooling centers ready as summer heat presses on

NOTTINGHAM, MD – The heart of summer brings plenty of heat.  On Sunday, temperature are once again expected to top out at around 90 degrees across much of the county. For those seeking access to water and bathrooms in a cool environment, Baltimore County has several “cooling centers” available where residents can find relief from the heat. Baltimore County Public […]

Olszewski names Director of Budget and Finance

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday nominated Edward Blades to serve as the Director of Budget and Finance, a position that oversees formulation of the county budget and manages the county’s finances. Blades has served as Deputy Director of Budget and Finance since 2012, and has served in the county’s Office of Budget and Finance since […]

Councilman Marks announces drainage improvements at Belmont Park [PHOTOS]

CARNEY, MD – Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced on Tuesday that the county had made improvements designed to improve drainage at Belmont Park. County crews have cut out a trench to divert the water to the stream and off the athletic field. The county is currently awaiting favorable ground conditions to begin grading and adding stone. The improvements were […]

Baltimore County releases 2019 list of Independence Day fireworks displays

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County has released its 2019 list of dates and locations for fireworks displays that have been approved by the Fire Marshal’s Office. Additional displays will be added as the Fire Marshal issues permits. Check this page regularly for a display near you. The use of backyard fireworks is illegal.  Some ground-based and hand-held sparklers are legal […]