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York County SPCA aims to combat harmful pit bull stereotypes during 'Pitbull Awareness Month'
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — October is the start of Pit Bull Awareness Month as animal shelters are working to combat what they say are harmful stereotypes against the breed. The York County SPCA says pitbull-type dogs and their owners face many housing restrictions. That makes it difficult for families to find affordable housing for themselves and their pets.
Final route for Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project to be set this month
The route taken by the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project, a proposed 70-mile transmission line through Carroll, Frederick and Baltimore counties, will be announced in mid-October, according to a letter to Maryland leaders from Jason Kalwa, who manages the energy project for the Public Service Enterprise Group. The PSEG has been contracted by PJM, the organization responsible for operating ...
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...
Central PA flower store will collect holiday cards for service members and veterans
LEBANON, Pa. — Note: The video is from 2022. A Central Pennsylvania flower store announced it will collect holiday cards and coloring pages for service members and veterans later this month. Royer's Flowers & Gifts, which has locations in Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon and York counties, announced it...
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. ...
Jewish community rallies together in Baltimore County to celebrate Rosh Hashanah
BALTIMORE -- Baltimore Hebrew Congregation hosted its annual "Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars" on Wednesday at Oregon Ridge Park in celebration of the Jewish New Year despite the unsettling war in the Middle East involving Israel."This is more of a reason to come together and do this and not let that overshadow our religion and what's in our hearts," said Geoffrey Abraskin, the Chair of "Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars."Rabbi Andrew Busch said the event, which attracted thousands in its 18th year, is a community staple."This is truly a unique event in our country," Busch said. "'Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars' only happens in Baltimore."The time of celebration and reflection comes as the conflict in the Middle East continues to build. Last year's Rosh Hashanah was days before Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing more than 1,200 people. As the Jewish people look ahead to the new year, Rabbi Busch left those who filled the grassy field with words of hope for the road ahead."We wish that the coming year will be a sweet one of blessing and health for us, for those in Israel and its neighbors, for all people," Busch said.
Baltimore County Council spars over bill amending council expansion
Baltimore County Council members erupted Tuesday night over a bill sponsored by Councilman Pat Young to strike a district map and language concerning appointment power from a ballot referendum that would add two new members to the seven-person council if voters pass it next month. Accusations about backroom deals and hypocrisy were hurled. The council’s three Republicans — Wade Kach, Todd ...
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