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Vinegar company settles for $1.1 million over pollution from Baltimore facility
BALTIMORE, MD—Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company has agreed to a $1.1 million settlement for unauthorized discharges of pollution from its Baltimore facility, according to a press release from the Maryland Department of the Environment.
After two decades, Rams Head Live concert venue to close in Downtown Baltimore
Rams Head Live, a staple for concerts in Downtown Baltimore, will close after 20 years. A spokesperson for Power Plant Live, the venue’s landlord, said in a statement Thursday that Rams Head will be leaving, but the concert space will continue to host live shows. “We are pleased to announce that the venue will remain a major part of the Baltimore music scene for years to come,” the statement ...
Baltimore County lane closures announced for September 27 – October 4
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. All work is weather permitting.
Elections board: Voter group waited too long to challenge city ballot question
State elections officials are asking the Supreme Court of Maryland to overturn a lower court ruling that would block them from counting votes on a Baltimore City ballot question, and could derail the redevelopment of the Inner Harbor area.
Clear backpacks might be coming to a school near you soon
At a community conversation about safety in Baltimore County schools on Thursday evening, Superintendent Myriam Rogers said she was open to exploring clear backpacks. "We are in full support of any school that wants to pilot clear backpacks," she said at Catonsville High School, responding to a community member. "As a school system, we are not averse to piloting that." "I'm happy to make sure that someone has a conversation...
Howard school board approves capital budget, explores avenues for additional funding
The Howard County Board of Education approved a proposed capital budget for fiscal 2026 Thursday night, but failed to pass a fiscal 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program and 2026-2035 Long-Range Master Plan to the state. The proposed capital budget for 2026 includes a total request of $71,233,000 but was passed with a request for an additional $8 million in local funds to garner more funding ...
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