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Carroll schools spent millions more than budgeted on health insurance, as they saved on salaries due to teacher shortages
Carroll County’s public school system spent $5.6 million more than anticipated on employee medical insurance last fiscal year, which was counterbalanced by less-than-budgeted spending on teacher salaries due to a staffing shortage. Superintendent Cynthia McCabe said last month that cost-saving solutions would be considered to reduce the amount spent on employee health benefits in the future. ...
Baltimore County names new acting Fire Chief
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today made the following personnel announcements. Scott Ebbert, an assistant fire chief overseeing the training and education bureau, will serve as acting fire chief of the Baltimore County Fire Department, officials said Monday.
Councilman Marks: 'Rezoning process nears conclusion'
On June 27th, hundreds of residents packed Vincent Farm Elementary School in White Marsh to offer opinions on the future of eastern Baltimore County. We are nearing the conclusion of the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process, the year-long effort by the planning board and county council to review the development potential of land throughout Baltimore County. The CZMP will have a profound impact on the future of eastern Baltimore County. ...
Littlestown Borough residents see hike in water and sewage bill
LITTLESTOWN, Pa. — Littlestown Borough residents are opening their mail to see an increase in their water and sewage bills, with many taking to Facebook to ask fellow community members if they also saw the jump. Littlestown Borough officials say that the increase was communicated to residents and, despite...
Committee members sought for elementary school boundary studies in White Marsh-Middle River area
Baltimore County Public Schools officials have announced the school system is seeking parent and staff volunteers to serve on two committees: one based in eastern Baltimore County and the other on the west side. These committee members would be tasked with studying boundary lines affecting the Holly Manor community in Catonsville and the Greenleigh residential development currently under construction between White Marsh and Chase. The purpose of the Greenleigh boundary...
Atrium Village Salutes Veteran Residents with Honor Wall
Owings Mills, MD – Rosemary Woods has mixed feelings, when she looks back on her enlistment as an X-ray technician in the U.S. Army. But she laughingly recalls certain incidents of camaraderie which helped her navigate her service years. Air Force vet Robert Evans also made good friends while...
Baltimore County to consider dredging at Hart-Miller Island following Key Bridge collapse
SPARROWS POINT, MD—As part of the latest effort to support regional port infrastructure following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, Baltimore County on Tuesday announced a call for applications to serve on a new steering committee to lead an extensive public engagement process regarding the development of a potential new community benefit agreement to support Hart-Miller Island.
Quantum Telecommunications to expand internet to 1,200 homes in Carroll County
Carroll County continues to expand internet access to areas of the county with poor connections or none at all. The Board of Carroll County Commissioners at their meeting Thursday unanimously approved paying Quantum Telecommunications, Inc., $6,878,653 to expand broadband into rural areas of the county. These are areas considered unserved or underserved, meaning internet service is unreliable, ...
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Two Innovative Programs to Support Small and Local Businesses
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the launch of two programs aimed at boosting patronage of small and local businesses in Howard County. The Old Ellicott City Summer Bucks program and the Local HoCo campaign will provide incentives to patrons and businesses owners alike to encourage residents and visitors to shop local. Pictures from the event can be found here.
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