MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability plans to conduct the next round of helicopter application of midge treatment along the Back River this week, Councilman David Marks announced on Tuesday. The application is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, October 2 and Thursday, October 3. As is often the case, timing will be dependent on changing […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—As part of an effort to promote walking and other forms of sustainable transportation, Governor Wes Moore has proclaimed October as “Walktober.” The declaration marks the fifth annual Walktober celebration in the state. “Maryland’s sidewalks, crosswalks and trails are an essential part of our transportation network which helps provide safe and equitable access for all,” said Maryland Transportation Secretary […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Laura Herrera Scott on Wednesday announced that Dr. Lucy Wilson has been named the county’s new Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. Wilson, who has served in a number of high-profile public health roles in Maryland, including most recently as the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A new study by Rocket Moving examined all 50 states and their cities, using seven key factors to identify why residents should consider moving out. Baltimore was ranked among the top ten cities people should consider leaving, coming in at No. 9. The analysis considered annual personal income, crime rates, air quality, unemployment, population change, cost of living, and […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced the recent launch of a new ad campaign featuring Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews to increase public awareness about addiction, reduce stigma and provide information on how Marylanders can seek help. In recognition of this campaign, Governor Wes Moore issued a citation (PDF) honoring the Baltimore Ravens and their partnership […]
TOWSON, MD—In an ongoing effort to ensure the safety of Baltimore County communities, the Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) will be sending out Service Line Material Notification letters to residential, commercial, and industrial customers whose properties have water service lines constructed of, or possibly constructed of, lead. The notification letters, which are expected to reach affected customers via […]
ROSEDALE, MD—After 50 years serving the CCBC Essex community, the Wellness and Athletics Center recently received a well-deserved $16.8 million makeover. “The Essex Wellness and Athletic Center renovation has created a stunning space for our students, faculty, staff and teams that instills CCBC and Knight pride immediately upon entry into the facility,” said Melissa Miller, director of College Athletics. “The […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland man has been sentenced to prison for selling more than $1.6 million worth of fake nursing diplomas, transcripts and licenses, that allowed people to become nurses without completing the necessary coursework. Ejike Sìe Asiaghunam, 55. of Upper Marlboro, was sentenced in federal court in Maryland on Monday to 21 months in prison and two years of supervised […]