TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, district and circuit courts, and senior centers will be closed on Monday, November 11 in recognition of Veterans Day. CountyRide van services will not operate. All Baltimore County Public Library branches will also be closed on Monday, November 11. Parking meters must be fed, Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages and the Towson Loop will […]
PERRY HALL, MD— Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has announced that tree removal and replanting will occur at the historic Perry Hall Mansion, which is owned by the county. The trees identified for removal have been evaluated by the county’s arborist. It is expected the removal will occur in early December. Discussions continue about the potential future ownership of the […]
UPDATE: determined that the threat was unfounded, and there is no danger to the public. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Police in Baltimore County are investigating a bomb threat. At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Friday night, November 8, authorities said they were investigating a bomb threat that was made against the Baltimore County Board of Elections. Officials say the threat […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski (D) will soon be leaving for Congress, after defeating Kim Klacik (R) in the 2024 elections. When he departs, a replacement will need to be found. There are currently eight individuals who are eager to fill the role. The next County Executive must also be a Democrat, as the as county charter requires the […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Following the 2024 Presidential Election, Governor Wes Moore released a statement acknowledging Donald Trump’s victory and emphasizing the importance of the peaceful transfer of power. Moore highlighted the historical significance of Maryland’s State House, where George Washington resigned his military commission in 1783, marking the first peaceful transfer of power in the nation’s history. The peaceful transfer of power, […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland flag has been lowered to mark the passing of a former state senator. Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland flag to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The flag is being lowered to honor former State Senator Ida G. Ruben, who passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024. From msa.maryland.gov: […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department officially has a new leader. Joseph Dixon was sworn in as Fire Chief in a Monday morning ceremony in Towson. Dixon began his career as a firefighter in Howard County in 1993. He has served in many different roles including Assistant Fire/EMS Chief and Public Information Officer. He was also a Battalion Chief, Captain […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Government offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for Election Day. District and circuit courts and County-run senior centers will be closed, and CountyRide will not operate. All Baltimore County Public Library branches will be open during normal business hours, the Towson Loop will run on a normal schedule, parking meters must be fed, and […]