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Maryland governor aims to cut number of vacant properties in Baltimore by 5,000
BALTIMORE (AP) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order Tuesday that aims to transform 5,000 vacant properties in Baltimore into homeownership or other positive outcomes in five years. The order creates a program called Reinvest Baltimore. It will coordinate state, city, nonprofit and for-profit partners’ efforts to eliminate concentrations of vacant properties and revitalize neighborhoods. “Baltimore’s vacant property crisis is an issue that cannot wait — because in order to have a strong state, you must have a strong housing market, where people own more than they owe,” Moore, a Democrat, said in a statement. “I want to thank all the partners who raised their hand to be a part of this work that will open paths to work, wages, and wealth for Baltimoreans and grow our state’s economy.” The executive order creates a council that will tap community, corporate, philanthropic and government leaders. The initiative also aims to strengthen the partnership between city and state officials to create more attractive spaces for people to live and put down roots.
Pennsylvania Dem Rep. Susan Wild’s car booted in DC after racking up $775 in fines, parking in handicap spot
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Washington gave a Pennsylvania Democrat the boot last week, clamping a wheel on her Toyota RAV-4 after the rep racked up hundreds in unpaid fines for a string of parking violations in the District — including illegally parking in a handicap spot. In turn, the city handicapped her car with a vehicle boot in its Navy Yard neighborhood, photos The Post obtained show. Parking-enforcement documents reveal Rep. Susan Wild, a third-term Democrat representing Pennsylvania’s toss-up 7th District, owes $775 for four separate violations. Key Pennsylvania county demonstrates voting machines after recent technical glitches: ‘Competency level isn’t here’ To get the...
Things to do in Baltimore, Oct. 4-10
Choose a festival for Latino heritage, global folk music or one that’s just for fun, pick between a classic horror film based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe or a fresh take on a classic musical-horror-comedy play or get some exercise for a good cause. Have a blast this weekend at the Fells Point Fun Festival. Enjoy live music, food and drink and shopping from vendors and the pet parade. Featured bands include Dancing Bears and Experience. Date and times are Friday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wristbands to consume alcohol run from $4.99 to $24.25. fellspointfest.com/ Friday, Saturday, Sunday Enjoy authentic Latin food, folklore, music and crafts while celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month at the 6th annual Fiesta Baltimore in Patterson Park, 2900 Eastern Ave., including an appearance by the Marching Ravens. The Parade of Latino Nations takes place Sunday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m. at 4000 Eastern Ave. and features more than 80 participants, from bands to floats to rodeo horses. The event is free.
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