BALTIMORE, MD—As summer officially gets under way, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding people to take safety precautions when swimming in public areas. The DNR stresses the importance of swimming near a lifeguard, staying sober while in or near the water, and never swimming alone. DNR officials also recommend wearing a life jacket or personal flotation device […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County has announced that the tastiest week of the season will return: Baltimore County Summer Restaurant Week will be held from July 12-21. During Baltimore County’s 2024 Summer Restaurant Week, deals and special menu items will be available at more than 30 participating establishments. “Restaurant Week is a beloved Baltimore County tradition for our neighbors and our local […]
WHITE MARSH, MD—THE AVENUE at White Marsh is doing its part to honor local veterans. Officials this week announced that all fountain coins collected in 2024 will be donated to the Honeygo Regional Veterans Memorial Project. This memorial will be located in Gough Park at the southeast corner of Joppa Road and Honeygo Boulevard. The Honeygo Regional Veterans Memorial will […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Middle River Concert Band will be performing at Angel Park. The free performance will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024. Attendees should bring a chair and enjoy this free concert in the Bud & Bette Cole Ampitheater. Angel Park is located at 9650 Honeygo Boulevard in Perry Hall.
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks will begin its 2024 “Screen on the Green” free outdoor movie series this weekend. The first movie, Disney’s “Moana,” will be shown this Friday, July 5, at Cromwell Valley Park. Attendees should bring along blankets and/or lawn chairs and a favorite snack to enjoy under the night sky. Before the show, […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on July 4 in recognition of the Independence 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 materials will […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Boating accidents are on the rise, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police will be stepping up patrols to help reduce boating under the influence incidents. This holiday weekend marks the Fourth of July, and NRP expects more boaters in local lakes, ponds, and rivers. With the increase in boaters, NRP is also increasing its efforts to educate […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police will increase patrols across the state over the July 4 weekend to deter drunk driving, the agency announced. The crackdown, which begins on Wednesday, will include saturation patrols from all 23 barracks in Maryland, the agency said in a statement. The patrols will focus on major routes as well as work zones. Troopers will also pay […]