Maryland invests $13.9 million in workforce development for people with disabilities

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Congressional Delegation this week announced $13.9 million in federal funding to support workforce development and postsecondary education for individuals with disabilities. The funds will be administered by the Maryland Department of Disabilities and will help increase access to resources, promote data sharing, and improve employment outcomes for people living with disabilities, according to […]

Baltimore County earns prestigious national accreditation for Department of Recreation and Parks

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s Department of Recreation and Parks has achieved national accreditation, recognizing it as one of the top park and recreation agencies in the country. The prestigious accreditation, awarded by the National Recreation and Park Association’s Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA), was presented at the association’s annual conference in Atlanta on Wednesday evening. CAPRA accreditation […]

Maryland invests $2.2 million in minority, veteran-owned business growth

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced $2.2 million in financial assistance to support small, minority, and veteran-owned business growth in Maryland. According to a press release from the Governor’s Office, the funding includes loans, loan guaranties, and equity investments from the Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program and the Maryland Small Business Development Financing Authority. The funds […]

Maryland sends teams to hurricane-ravaged southern states

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland has deployed teams of first responders and other support personnel to help with recovery efforts in the southeastern United States following the devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Governor Wes Moore has announced the deployment of various state agencies and military units, including the Maryland Army National Guard and the Maryland Task Force 1, a federally deployable urban […]

Baltimore County offices to close on Monday, October 14

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 due to the federal Columbus Day holiday. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library and all County senior centers will be closed and CountyRide service will not operate on the holiday. Towson Loop service will operate as scheduled, parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County […]

Baltimore County suspends Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement Steering Committee, Thursday meeting cancelled

SPARROWS POINT, MD—Following a determination from Tradepoint Atlantic to no longer pursue the potential placement of approved dredged material at the inactive Dredged Material Containment Facility at the North Cell of Hart-Miller Island, Baltimore County on Thursday announced it will suspend the Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement Steering Committee. In addition, the Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement Steering Committee meeting […]

Baltimore County Health Department celebrates 100th anniversary

TOWSON, MD—This week, officials celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Baltimore County Department of Health. County Executive Johnny Olszewski presented employees with certificates of recognition to mark the occasion. “(One hundred) years of service to our communities is an incredible milestone that reflects the passion and vigilance our team brings to this job every day,” said County Executive Olszewski. “As […]

Baltimore County launches grant program to combat opioid crisis

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County has announced a new grant program to fund initiatives aimed at combating opioid addiction and overdose prevention. The Opioid Abatement Fund, supported by funds from the National Opioid Settlement, will provide resources to community organizations engaged in harm reduction, treatment, and recovery efforts. “The opioid epidemic continues to be a serious public health concern in Baltimore County, […]