Department of Aging awards Villages of Baltimore County grants to local organizations

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging on Thursday announced that six grants have been awarded to organizations committed to the development and expansion of Villages of Baltimore County, an initiative designed to enhance the quality of life for older adults by promoting community engagement, improving access to resources, and encouraging social connections. “We are honored to support these organizations […]

Crews to improve pavement on roads in Baltimore County, Harford County next week

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Highway Administration crews will improve highway safety by treating sections of asphalt pavement on several roads in Baltimore County and Harford County next week.  Officials say the work should be complete by the end of the month, weather permitting. Beginning on Sunday night, September 22, crews will travel to selected locations and use slow-moving, specialized heavy equipment […]

Justice Department files lawsuit against owners of container ship that destroyed Key Bridge

UPDATE: Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has also announced a lawsuit against the owners of the Dali. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The Justice Department has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the owners of the container ship that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier this year, seeking reimbursement for the costs of clearing the wreckage and restoring shipping traffic […]

Arrest made after two BCPS schools placed on lockout status due to social media threat

DUNDALK, MD—Police in Baltimore County have arrested an 18-year-old in connection with a school threat that was made on Thursday morning. At around 9:30 a.m. on September 12, officers began to investigate an online threat that appeared on social media. As officers investigated the matter, Dundalk High School and Sollers Point Technical High School were placed on a lockout status. […]

$73 million awarded for Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Transportation Authority has awarded a $73 million contract to Kiewit Infrastructure Co., which will be responsible for the complete design and construction of the new Francis Scott Key Bridge. The bridge, located in Baltimore, is part of a critical infrastructure project that is aimed at improving safety and efficiency. Officials say the two-phase Progressive Design-Build process will […]