Attorney General Brown offers tips for consumers to shop securely this holiday season

BALTIMORE, MD—As Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday approach this holiday weekend, Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown is urging consumers to remain vigilant and steer clear of common holiday shopping scams. With fake websites designed to steal personal information and misleading online ads, the risk of fraud increases during this busy holiday shopping season. “Year-end sales are […]

Baltimore County offices closed Thursday for Thanksgiving holiday

TOWSON, MD—In recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday, Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28. Additionally, Towson Loop service and CountyRide van service will not operate and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed. County parking meters are free on the holiday. No Trash, Recycling or Yard Materials Collection on Thanksgiving […]

Police Chief McCullough, BCoFD, Councilman Marks, Ravens Roost members, distribute free Thanksgiving meals to 200+ families

BOWLEYS QUARTERS, MD—Over the weekend, Ravens Roost 139 members were joined by first responders and local elected officials to distribute full meals to 215 families – including turkey, pie, green beans, stuffing, yams, etc. – who are experiencing financial difficulties. The event took place at the Bowleys Quarters Improvement Association headquarters, located at 1124 Bowleys Quarters Road in Baltimore County. […]

Department of Public Works and Transportation announces services changes, waste reduction tips for Thanksgiving holiday

TOWSON, MD—As Thanksgiving approaches, the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation is encouraging residents to reduce waste, dispose of fats, oils, and grease properly and plan for holiday service changes. Thanksgiving Service Changes In observance of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, the following service changes will be in effect: Landfill and drop-off centers: The landfill and drop-off centers will […]

Maryland transportation officials urge residents, visitors to practice safety this Thanksgiving holiday travel season

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland transportation officials are urging residents and visitors to prioritize safety during the Thanksgiving holiday travel season, as millions are expected to journey by road, rail, and air. The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) encourages travelers to be mindful of increased traffic and plan their trips accordingly to ensure a safe journey. “As families and friends gather to celebrate […]

AAA: Thanksgiving travel to hit record high of 80 million Americans

BALTIMORE, MD—AAA forecasts that nearly 80 million Americans will travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, setting a new record for the busiest holiday travel period. This projection, released on November 18, 2024, represents a 1.7 million increase from last year and surpasses pre-pandemic levels. The surge in travel is attributed to strong post-pandemic demand for reunions with family and friends, according […]