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Park purchase near Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr.’s home raises questions
Baltimore County paid $2.25 million to two political supporters of County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. for a marshy slice of waterfront property to be turned into a park less than a mile from his Millers Island home, raising questions about transparency even among county councilmen who approved it. Though the council unanimously voted in June to purchase the 8.5-acre parcel on Cuckold Point Road in Edgemere, at least three councilmen noted that the deal did not follow typical protocol. ...
First-ever Baltimore County Waterfront Festival held in Essex
Anyone who is familiar with the area knows eastern Baltimore County rich and vibrant waterfront culture because of its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of homes scattered throughout Essex and Middle River that comprise a bustling waterfront community. In an effort to celebrate the county’s storied waterfront heritage, the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks held the first-ever Waterfront Festival at Essex’s Rocky...
Port Of Baltimore Shut Down Again Amid Ongoing Nationwide Longshoremen's Strike
The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) went on strike this week, with workers walking picket lines from Maine to Texas, after they were unable to reach an agreement with the US Maritime Alliance on a new master contract. A deadline was set for 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30, prompting members...
Amtrak botched $6 billion Baltimore-area tunnel project: watchdog
WASHINGTON — Amtrak’s struggle to manage early planning led to delays for a key passenger rail tunnel project that received $4.7 billion in federal funding from the infrastructure law, a government watchdog found. The Frederick Douglass Tunnel program aims to revitalize the 150-year-old, 1.4-mile Baltimore and Potomac Tunnel...
Local first responders deploy to North Carolina to assist with Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
BALTIMORE, MD—Several local first responders have been deployed to North Carolina to help with recovery efforts following historic flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The Associated Press reports that at least 121 deaths in six states have been attributed to the storm — a toll that climbed Monday as a clearer picture emerged of the devastation it inflicted on an area stretching from Florida’s Gulf Coast northward to the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia. The North Carolina county that includes Asheville reported at least 35 deaths, while dozens were also killed in Georgia and South Carolina.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore aims to cut number of vacant properties in Baltimore by 5,000
BALTIMORE -- 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...
Environmental dept. surveying Orbitan Court in Parkville-Carney area
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is alerting residents of Carney’s Orbitan Court about survey work related to an assessment of the stream valley. The Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability is conducting an assessment of the stream valley behind the homes. Residents may see the design consultant (McCormick Taylor, Inc.) and their survey team (CV, Inc.) working in the vicinity of the stream. Please contact Jena Smolko at 410-887-4009 if residents have any questions, or reach out to jsmolko@baltimorecountymd.gov or hmcgee@baltimorecountymd.gov. “Our office has pushed for action here for several years, as the stream valley has eroded significantly,” Marks said. “I appreciate the county following through as we work towards a solution.”
Perry Hall civic leader recognized as 'Community Hero'
County Executive Johnny Olszewski recently announced this year’s “Community Heroes” in recognition of seven individuals who have dedicated their time and concerted efforts toward bettering their communities. Pat Keller, one of the the seven Community Hero awardees, is the president of the Perry Hall Improvement Association. Over the years, he has worked closely with County Councilman David Marks and other local leaders to engage in projects, initiatives and programs that serve in the best interest of Perry Hall residents, businesses and stakeholders. ...
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