Virtual Key Bridge rebuild community meeting to be held in June

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Transportation Authority will hold a Virtual Community Update to discuss the rebuilding of the Key Bridge. The meeting will be held 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, registration is required at KeyBridgeRebuild.com. This update meeting aims to inform the public about the progress and future plans for the Key Bridge reconstruction project. The update […]

BCPS to honor National Board-certified teachers

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) will honor its teachers who have achieved the National Board Certification. A pinning ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 29 to recognize the 25 teachers who have earned this prestigious certification. National Board Certification is the highest certification that teachers can receive. To earn this certification, they must successfully complete a rigorous peer-review […]

National Trails Day set to engage participants across the nation

BALTIMORE, MD—The nationwide celebration of National Trails Day on Saturday June 1, 2024 will bring together people from across the country, Puerto Rico,, and beyond, to celebrate, enjoy, and give back to the trails. American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day, is an annual event aimed at advocacy, trail service, and encouraging local communities to connect in the outdoors. This year, […]

Baltimore County government offices, facilities closed for Memorial Day holiday on May 27

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024 in recognition of the Memorial Day holiday. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be closed, parking meters free, and CountyRide vans and the Towson Loop will not operate on the holiday. Additionally, trash, single stream recyclables and yard […]

Weber’s Farm Strawberry Festival returns in June

CARNEY, MD—Weber’s Farm is gearing up for its 8th annual Strawberry Festival. The Strawberry Festival takes place 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2, 2024.  Admission tickets for entry must be purchased online in advance here. Admission will be $8 per person (children under 2 will be admitted free) and tickets for the pancake […]

Maryland State Police to crack down on impaired, aggressive driving over Memorial Day weekend

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police have announced that they will be increasing enforcement efforts on impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving over the Memorial Day weekend. The State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team—a specialized unit trained to identify impaired drivers—will also work to reduce alcohol-related injuries and fatalities. SPIDRE is funded by a grant from the MDOT MVA Highway Safety […]