Baltimore County activates freezing weather shelter plan ahead of cold weather season

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County on Friday activated its freezing weather shelter plan in preparation for the impending cold weather season. In place through April 15, the plan allows for the activation of the cold weather shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness when the forecast calls for freezing weather. Freezing Weather Shelters During the day, public facilities such as libraries, senior and community […]

Goddard School of White Marsh donates socks to Eastern Family Resource Center

WHITE MARSH, MD—Some local students went out of their way to keep those in need warm this winter. Preschool students at The Goddard School of White Marsh (Honeygo), located at 4960 Mercantile Road (21236), spent the month of September collecting socks for those in need as they participated in a character education unit on compassion. The children learned about caring […]

Baltimore County Freezing Weather Shelter to open Tuesday, Wednesday

ROSEDALE, MD—With more cold temperatures on the way, officials are activating local freezing shelters. Due to freezing temperatures, the Baltimore County Freezing Weather Shelter will be open Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23. The shelter is open from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. with check-in from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Baltimore County Freezing Weather Shelter is located […]

Baltimore County Freezing Weather Shelter activated due to cold snap

ROSEDALE, MD—As the recent cold snap prepares to intensify over the weekend, officials are activating local freezing shelters. Due to freezing temperatures, the Baltimore County Freezing Weather Shelter will be open Friday, November 18 through Monday, November 21. The shelter is open from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. with check-in from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Lows are expected to […]

Baltimore County Public Library kicks off ‘Connecting the Community’ holiday drive

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library will be collecting items for several nonprofits throughout the County to share with those in need this holiday season. BCPL will collect new, unwrapped items at each of its 19 branches through the “Connecting the Community Toy Drive.” Branch staff selected hyperlocal organizations that will send donations directly back to their community. Each branch […]

Baltimore County Health Department offering immunizations by appointment in Rosedale

ROSEDALE, MD—The school year is beginning virtually, but students are still required to meet state immunization requirements. The Baltimore County Health Department provides free immunizations for children who meet certain qualifications. Children eligible for free immunizations are those who are 18 years of age or younger and: have no insurance coverage for vaccines OR are eligible for Medical Assistance or […]

PHWMBA donates $2,000 to Community Assistance Network

PERRY HALL, MD—The Perry Hall/White Marsh Business Association gave back to the community on Tuesday evening. At their monthly networking meeting, PHWMBA presented a check in the amount of $2,000 to the Community Assistance Network. The proceeds were obtained during PHWMBA’s annual Tastes and Grapes fundraiser, which was held on September 13 at DeJon Vineyards. The Community Assistance Network, Inc.’s […]