Governor Hogan proclaims February 20 as Civil Rights Heroes Day in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Friday issued a proclamation that recognizes February 20, the anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ death, as Civil Rights Heroes Day for the first time in Maryland history. At the governor’s direction, the Maryland flag will be lowered to half-staff to mark the occasion. “As we commemorate Black History Month, I am proud to honor the lives […]

BCPS meal distribution schedule affected by Presidents’ Day holiday

BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD—The usual Monday and Wednesday meal distribution schedule for Baltimore County Public Schools will be altered during the week of Feb. 15 – 19 due to the Presidents’ Day holiday on Monday, Feb. 15. Due to the closure of the school system on Monday, next week Baltimore County Public Schools will distribute meals on Wednesday, Feb. 17, only. […]

BCPS meal distribution schedule to be affected by Martin Luther King Jr. holiday

TOWSON, MD—The usual Monday and Wednesday meal distribution schedule for Baltimore County Public Schools will be altered during the week of January 18 – 22, 2021 due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday, January 18th. Due to the closure of the school system on Monday, Baltimore County Public Schools will distribute meals next week on Wednesday, January […]

Baltimore County government offices to close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, including Department of Health Department COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites, the COVID-19 hotline, CountyRide van service, and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed on Monday, January 18 in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages will […]

Baltimore County Christmas tree recycling to begin next week

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County will begin collecting Christmas trees for recycling on Monday, January 11. and Though this special collection will occur over a two-week period, specific Christmas tree collection dates will vary from place to place; residents must have trees set out no later than Saturday, January 16, to ensure collection. Residents should place trees out for pick-up at the same […]

PHWMBA 2020 ‘Light up the Night,’ scavenger hunt winners announced

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The results are in! The Perry Hall/White Marsh Business Association this weekend announced the winners for this year’s “Light up the Night” contest as well as this year’s holiday scavenger hunt winners. LIGHT UP THE NIGHT RESIDENTIAL: Best Lights: Tammy Birmingham Most Lights: Brian Brown People’s choice: Doug Black COMMERCIAL: Most Festive: Lisa Geiger, The Avenue Most original: Erin […]

Baltimore County government offices to be closed on New Year’s Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, including Department of Health COVID-19 testing, the COVID-19 hotline, CountyRide van service, and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be closed on Friday, January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will close at 5:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Thursday, December 31. Modified […]

Celebrate ‘Noon Year’s Eve’ virtually with Baltimore County Public Library

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library is inviting residents to say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021…virtually. Library branches will celebrate “Noon Year’s Eve” on Thursday, December 31, 2020 from 11:30 a.m. – noon. Participants will make crafts, read stories, sing songs, and ring in the new year at noon. From BCPL: “Pick up a special Noon Year’s Eve […]