Detours updated following Key Bridge collapse

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is assisting the Maryland Transportation Authority with traffic control related to the collapse of the I-695 bridge over the Patapsco River (Francis Scott Key Bridge). Drivers are encouraged to prepare for extra commuting time until further notice. The outer loop I-695 closure has shifted to exit 1/Quarantine Road (past the Curtis […]

KEY BRIDGE COLLAPSE: Port of Baltimore suspends vessel traffic, flight restrictions issued, Olszewski issues statement

BALTIMORE, MD—The Port of Baltimore has suspended all vessel traffic in the wake of Tuesday morning’s Key Bridge collapse. Authorities say vessel traffic in and out of the area has been suspended until further notice.  The Port of Baltimore is not closed, as trucks are still being processed at marine terminals.  There has been no word on how long vessel […]

NOW YOU KNOW: We Need a Real Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance in Baltimore County

The following is an editorial piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Are you fed up with the relentless surge of unplanned development projects in Baltimore County, oblivious to the strain they put on our already overburdened schools, roads, and crumbling infrastructure like the Back River Wastewater Treatment Facility? It’s been four long years since the Baltimore County Adequate […]

BWI Marshall Airport sets new record for international passenger traffic in 2023

BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport set a new record for international passenger traffic in 2023. The airport recorded 1,365,847 international passengers, which is 2.58% higher than the previous record set in 2018. “BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is a key economic driver and international gateway for our region,” said Governor Wes Moore. “We’re making Maryland more competitive, and BWI is […]

Water main break reported in Perry Hall

PERRY HALL, MD—A water main break in the Perry Hall area has left some residents without water. An 8-inch water main has ruptured in the 9700-block of Silver Farm Court (21128). Currently, 40 customers and 2 hydrants are without service, according to Councilman David Marks. There has been no ETA on repairs.  Motorists should use caution in the area. Photo […]

Councilman Marks: Richlyn Manor pumping station in final stage of design, permitting

PERRY HALL, MD—Councilman David Marks on Friday announced that the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation is in the final stages of design and permitting for the new Richlyn Manor pumping station. The project will be advertised in early July of 2024, with actual construction taking place from December of 2024 to July of 2027. The Richlyn Manor […]

Governor Moore visits MDOT, honors long-serving employees

BALTIMORE, MD—Governor Wes Moore visited the Maryland Department of Transportation headquarters in Hanover this week to discuss the state’s transportation safety efforts. The trip included a tour of various MDOT facilities and a meeting with the agency’s Minority Business Enterprise program to discuss the steps that are being taken to diversify Maryland’s contracting opportunities for small, minority-, women-, and veteran-owned […]

Sinkhole on King Avenue prompts emergency repairs

ROSEDALE, MD—Emergency repairs will soon be made along King Avenue, according to Councilman David Marks. Crews will perform the work on King Avenue at the I-95 bridge beginning on Monday. The repairs are necessary due to the formation of a sinkhole. “As we understand, traffic will be maintained with a flagging operation,” said Councilman Marks. “We will pass along any […]