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Marks: 'Thank you to our Eastside heroes'
On August 8 and 9, eastern Baltimore County was hit by one of the strongest storms since Hurricane Isabel over two decades ago. Then as now, the Eastside showed grit, resolve and an uncommon degree of neighborliness in responding to the aftereffects of Hurricane Debby. On Saturday morning, I toured the waterfront with Captain Shannon Stallings, Chief at Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine. We were joined by Delegate...
Multiple lane closures to occur along I-695 this week
BALTIMORE, MD—Motorists should be aware of several lane closures that will occur along I-695 in Baltimore County this week. As part of the 10-bridge rehabilitation project at the I-95/I-695 interchange near Arbutus, crews will be shifting traffic as part of the project, which will necessitate a triple lane closure. This will occur beginning Monday, August 12 at 11:45 p.m. until 5 a.m. on Tuesday.
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Marks to recommend open space protections for 225 acres near Bird River
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced Monday that he will recommend Neighborhood Commons zoning for 225 acres and over 25 acres of RC 7 zoning along Pulaski Highway near the Bird River. This is part of Issue 5-055, filed by Marks as part of the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process. Neighborhood Commons zoning protects open space throughout Baltimore County. ...
Indoor children’s playground and toy store announces York County closure
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A locally owned indoor children’s play venue and toy store announced over the weekend that it is closing its doors in York. abc27 news reported in July 2023 when L&E Playhouse, located at 1000 Carlisle Street, Suite #1225 in Hanover, Pa first opened its doors. The local indoor children’s play venue is owned and operated by Ashlee and Don Mullinex, who moved to Central Pennsylvania from North Carolina back in 2019.
Controversy swirls over plan to expand Tradepoint harbor
Tradepoint Atlantic wants to expand so cargo ships can dock and unload there, not just at the Port of Baltimore. It has already found a business partner in the Mediterranean Shipping Company, the largest shipping company in the world, according to a Baltimore County press release. The only problem: To expand, it needs to dig up the sediment at the bottom of its harbor in a process known as dredging to reach the required 50 feet in depth. And that sediment could be toxic, residents...
Crews to improve pedestrian access on Martin Boulevard in Middle River
MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration will begin improving pedestrian access on a section of MD 700/Martin Boulevard in eastern Baltimore County beginning later this week. The work will begin on Thursday, August 15, and is expected to be complete by early fall, weather permitting. Beginning at 9...
Harford County officials break ground on Riverside Fire Station in Belcamp
Harford County officials broke ground July 31 for a new fire station in Belcamp. Here are the details provided by the Harford County government:. Harford Breaks Ground on New Riverside Fire Station in Belcamp. BEL AIR, Md., (Aug. 6, 2024) – Harford County officials broke ground July 31 for a...
Most Harford County Schools facilities in visible need of repair or in worse condition
Nearly three-quarters of schools in Harford County are visibly in need of repair or functionally unreliable, according to a presentation by district officials at Monday night’s school board meeting. The operations department shared its requests for state funding for construction and renovations for fiscal year 2026. For the state to commit capital improvement funds, County Executive Bob ...
Dr. Pamela Lin-Chen joins Baltimore County Public Library Board of Trustees
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library officials on Monday announced that Dr. Pamela Lin-Chen is joining the Library Board of Trustees, starting in September 2024, and will serve through 2029. While Dr. Lin-Chen considers herself an avid consumer of books – becoming an audiobook aficionado during the pandemic – it...
Harford County schools superintendent shares expectations amid budget concerns
BALTIMORE -- Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Sean Bulson discussed his plans and expectations for this school year and his ongoing concerns with the district's budget.Bulson told WJZ he has three priorities -- student achievement, how prepared the students are and strengthening their special education programs."We need to focus on the rigor of the courses our students are taking," Bulson said. "I want to make sure they're getting the best possible preparation for life beyond our walls."Focus on special educationBulson added that it's the district's responsibility to ensure that students with special education needs have the resources to thrive."There...
Harford County Public Library to host its 20th Annual Gala Oct. 26
Harford County Public Library will host its 20th Annual Gala, Cirque de Magie, on Saturday, October 26, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Abingdon Library. Tickets go on sale September 3. Here are the details provided by the library system:. Harford County Public Library Hosts 20th Annual Gala October...
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