Baltimore County government offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday, late-week trash collection schedules to ‘slide’

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 […]

Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine to hold Breakfast with Santa event in December

BOWLEYS QUARTERS, MD—Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine has announced details for this year’s Breakfast with Santa event. The breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, December 3, 2023. Tickets will be available at the door and pricing will be as follows: Children: 3 years and under: free Children: 4-12 years old: $ 5.00 […]

THE AVENUE at White Marsh donates over $2,500 to Perry Hall UMC food pantry

NOTTINGHAM, MD—THE AVENUE at White Marsh is spreading holiday cheer by helping to feed the hungry. THE AVENUE has donated $2,586 to the Perry Hall United Methodist Church food pantry. More than 100 families benefit every month from this food pantry. The money was raised from purchases of the sod removed to open THE AVENUE’s ice skating rink, according to […]

Perry Hall High School senior to perform in 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

UPDATE: Look for Senior Priya Kozich around 10:30 a.m. during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She will be marching in the fourth band. Look for her in the second line in the middle of the saxophones. Original story below… NOTTINGHAM, MD—A student from Perry Hall High School will be performing in an annual holiday parade. Senior Priya Kozich will be […]

Maryland State Police to increase patrols ahead of Thanksgiving weekend

PIKESVILLE, MD—Beginning on Wednesday, Maryland State Police will be increasing patrols through Thanksgiving weekend as millions of Marylanders are expected to hit the highways. State troopers from all 23 barracks will focus on impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving while conducting saturation patrols on roads with high DUI incidents. Enforcement is bolstered by funds from the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor […]

2023 Kingsville Community Tree Lighting ceremony date announced

KINGSVILLE, MD—An annual tradition returns to Kingsville in December. The Greater Kingsville Civic Association and St. John’s Episcopal Church will hold the 2023 Kingsville Community Tree Lighting at 7 p.m. on Sunday, December 3rd. For over 40 years Kingsville has celebrated the beginning of the Christmas season with this annual event. The tree lighting ceremony will take place at 11901 […]

MDTA issues Thanksgiving travel safety tips, recommended driving times in Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Transportation Authority has issued Thanksgiving travel safety tips and recommended 2023 driving times. Officials say this will be one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. Motorists should plan ahead to allow ample travel time. The Maryland Transportation Authority is providing the following suggested travel times for its major routes during the holiday period. RECOMMENDED TIMES […]

2023 Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum Holiday Plane and Train Garden dates, hours announced

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—’Tis the season!  The Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum’s annual Plane and Train Garden will open later this month. The attraction features skillfully crafted train garden displays that feature various local sites, including Bengies Drive-In, Marshy Point Nature Center, the Washington Monument, Fort McHenry, and more.  Admission is free. The 2023 Holiday Garden will once again be […]