Record warmth expected in Baltimore area on Thursday, followed by wintry mix on Saturday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says record warmth is expected in the Baltimore area on Thursday, making it feel more like late May instead of February. At BWI Airport, a high of 77 degrees is expected.  The current record for this date is 78 degrees set back in 1874. At Washington Reagan National Airport, a high of 81 degrees is […]

Baltimore County Public Schools to host major job fair in March

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking teachers and other qualified professionals to join its team for a wide range of positions. Those interested are invited to attend the school system’s upcoming job fair. The event will be held 3:30 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at the Timonium Fairgrounds. Open positions include: Additional adults (student aides) Building […]

Enoki mushrooms sold in Maryland recalled due to possible Listeria risk

WASHINGTON—More mushrooms sold in Maryland are being recalled due to a possible Listeria risk. Xin Ao International Group Corp of Linden, NJ, is recalling its 200 grams packages of “Sss Enoki Mushroom” and “K-Fresh Mushroom”, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail […]

Baltimore County schools, offices to be closed for Presidents’ Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government schools, offices, libraries, and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023 in recognition of Presidents’ Day. Health department clinics, libraries and senior centers will be closed, and CountyRide vans will not operate. Parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages will be open as usual. Trash […]

Baltimore County Police Department launches public safety campaign for Hyundai, Kia owners

TOWSON, MD—In response to increasing thefts targeting its vehicles without push-button ignitions and immobilizing anti-theft devices in the United States, Hyundai and Kia have introduced a free anti-theft software upgrade to restrict the unauthorized operation of vehicle ignition systems on specific models. Hyundai Software Upgrade: Hyundai, which launched its service campaign this week, is first offering a software upgrade to […]

Wind Advisory issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory covers all of central Maryland and will remain in effect until 7 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2023. Forecasters say to expect northwest winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts of up to 50 mph. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree […]

Olszewski announces plans to replace over 175 basketball hoops across Baltimore County

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks, working in close cooperation with the Baltimore County Division of Property Management, on Wednesday announced plans to update aging basketball equipment at more than 175 outdoor sites across Baltimore County. “We are fully committed to expanding recreational opportunities across our great county and that means doing more to modernize our aging […]