ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller this week joined safety advocates from across the state and families who have lost loved ones in car crashes for the 20th annual Maryland Remembers ceremony in Annapolis. The ceremony traditionally honors Marylanders who were killed in impaired driving crashes. This year, the event was expanded to remember all victims, regardless […]
The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. In honor of Thanksgiving, we share with you our top ten reasons to be thankful this year! We are thankful for our faith in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As Christians, we always seek to honor and serve God in our lives. He is our source […]
UPDATE 2: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has granted Maryland’s petition for rehearing in this case. UPDATE: The Office of the Attorney General has filed a petition (PDF) for a rehearing. Original story below… ANNAPOLIS, MD—On Tuesday, the Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit ruled that Maryland’s Handgun Qualification License requirement is unconstitutional under the […]
TOWSON, MD—In recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday, Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Additionally, Towson Loop service and CountyRide van service will not operate and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed. County parking meters are free on the holiday. No Trash, Recycling or Yard Materials Collection on […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday released a new data portal displaying vacant properties in Baltimore County, expanding the administration’s ongoing efforts to increase government transparency. “Providing the public with the tools they need to identify—and now view—vacant properties is another step in our ongoing work to find and transform today’s blighted and abandoned properties into tomorrow’s housing […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—In a move to promote the safety and well-being of Maryland residents and visitors, Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday signed an executive order (PDF) establishing a State of Preparedness. This important initiative will enhance the state’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively to potential hazards and threats in advance of an actual disaster. “The safety and security of our […]
KINGSVILLE, MD—At the request of a Kingsville resident, Councilman David Marks contacted the Maryland State Highway Administration regarding safety issues at the intersection of Bradshaw Road and Philadelphia Road. The state will be replacing the existing advance intersection warning sign with a new, larger sign to enhance visibility along eastbound Philadelphia Road. Additionally, to increase sight distance, the state is […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller have announced a substantial set of recommendations (PDF) to improve safety on Maryland roadways and decrease the number of crashes and fatalities in work zones. The announcements follow finalized recommendations of the Work Zone Safety Work Group, which was established by the Governor in April. Lieutenant Governor Miller served as chair. […]