UPDATE: To see comments from BCPS Board members regarding the online graduation decision, click here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—Most local students will be graduating online this year. Baltimore County Public Schools announced on Tuesday night that graduation for the Class of 2020 would be held virtually. “We will explore face-to-face celebrations when it is safe to do so […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD —Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday provided an update on the State of Maryland’s supply of personal protective equipment, and announced that the state has launched the Maryland Manufacturing Network Supplier Portal, an online platform that helps connect Maryland suppliers with buyers in need of critical resources. Increasing Maryland’s supply of PPE is one of the four building blocks Governor […]
TOWSON, MD—In light of the economic stress placed on households and businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday announced that the administration is introducing a bill to allow Baltimore County to delay the tax sale process. “In the midst of this public health crisis, we continue to take unprecedented steps to support our residents,” […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Department of Labor Secretary Tiffany P. Robinson on Tuesday provided the following update regarding the state’s unemployment portal: “At Governor Hogan’s direction, we have taken every necessary step to improve the performance of the BEACON One-Stop unemployment insurance application in a matter of days. Claimants experienced zero to minimal wait times on the site on Sunday and Monday, […]
PERRY HALL, MD—Fifth District Councilman David Marks reminded local business on Tuesday that the application for small businesses grants would be going live next week. Baltimore County has created a COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program, which will provide grants of up to $15,000 each to more than 650 county-owned firms. “This funding will be distributed on a first-come, first-served […]
UPDATE: Keep up with the latest zip code reports here. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health reported on Tuesday that there have now been over 27,000 cases of the novel coronavirus in Maryland, an increase of 709 cases since Monday. This marks the fourth consecutive day in which a declining number of new cases was recorded. […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) is participating in #GivingTuesdayNow to help meet the distance learning needs of the hundreds of students served by the school across the state of Maryland. #GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving and unity, set to take place on May 5, 2020 as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by […]
TOWSON, MD—As Baltimore County continues to respond to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Aging has taken steps to implement “virtual senior center” programming to provide important connections and resources for Baltimore County’s older adults. “Our senior centers fill an important role in the lives of so many of Baltimore County’s older adults. During this unprecedented time, we’re doing […]