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Olszewski announces plans to retain key Baltimore County department heads for second term

Posted on November 18, 2022November 17, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski this week announced plans to retain a significant number of current County officials as members of his second-term leadership team. Olszewski plans to re-nominate the following individuals to continue serving as County department and office heads, subject to confirmation by an affirmative vote of a majority of the members of the Baltimore County Council: …

Events, Family, Health

Baltimore County highlights suicide prevention resources with courthouse dome lighting

Posted on September 9, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County is lighting the iconic dome atop its historic Courthouse in yellow to help bring awareness to the importance of suicide prevention efforts. The dome, first lit at dusk on Thursday, September 8, will remain lit through Sunday, September 11. September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The glowing tribute will honor those affected by suicide and cast a …

Health, Sci-Tech

Water Quality Advisory issued for part of Back River

Posted on July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Health has issued a water quality advisory for tidal Back River in the vicinity of Cox Park. Recent sampling in that area indicates high levels of bacteria that could prove harmful with direct contact. “In response to recent public health concerns around water quality in sections of Back River, County Executive Johnny Olszewski directed …

Health, Politics, Sci-Tech

County Executive Olszewski announces distribution of 100,000 rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits, county testing expansion

Posted on January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Friday announced updates on Baltimore County’s ongoing efforts to expand access to COVID-19 testing, including plans for the distribution of 100,000 rapid at-home COVID tests for residents and the expansion of county-run testing sites. “Expanding Baltimore County’s testing availability will help ensure residents can take every precaution to protect themselves and their loved …

Health, Politics, Sci-Tech

Olszewski declares State of Emergency in Baltimore County, issues indoor mask mandate

Posted on December 27, 2021December 27, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday declared a State of Emergency in Baltimore County due to the rapid rise in cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. County officials say the new local State of Emergency will give Baltimore County the ability to quickly adopt emergency public health measures to protect the safety and well-being of residents, assist the county …

Baltimore County Flu Vaccination Announcement 20211005

Health, Politics, Sci-Tech

Baltimore County Executive Olszewski announces free flu vaccinations on October 16, 17

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Health Officer Dr. Gregory Wm. Branch on Tuesday announced the County’s plan to host the annual Super Weekend Flu Clinics. The free two-day clinics will take place on October 16 and 17 in seven locations throughout the County. To ensure proper social distancing, attendees must schedule an appointment for the site of their …

Education, Health, Sci-Tech

BCPS to require all staff to undergo weekly COVID testing or get vaccinated

Posted on August 17, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools on Tuesday announced that all school system employees will be required to undergo weekly COVID-19 testing or show provide proof of receiving their vaccines. “We are creating this requirement to protect the health, safety, and well-being of our students and staff during this continuing pandemic,” said BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams. “The move is …

Health, Politics

Baltimore County to require face coverings in government offices, facilities

Posted on August 12, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday announced that Baltimore County employees and the general public will be required to wear masks inside all local government offices and facilities, effective Friday, August 13th. “This common sense step will help limit the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of our workforce and visitors to our buildings and facilities,” …

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Olszewski announces plans to retain key Baltimore County department heads for second term

Baltimore County highlights suicide prevention resources with courthouse dome lighting

Water Quality Advisory issued for part of Back River

County Executive Olszewski announces distribution of 100,000 rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits, county testing expansion

Olszewski declares State of Emergency in Baltimore County, issues indoor mask mandate

Baltimore County Executive Olszewski announces free flu vaccinations on October 16, 17

BCPS to require all staff to undergo weekly COVID testing or get vaccinated

Baltimore County to require face coverings in government offices, facilities

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