Governor Hogan declares Christmas Eve state holiday

ANNAPOLIS, MD​—Governor Larry Hogan on Wednesday declared Thursday, December 24, 2020 a state holiday in observance of Christmas Eve. Maryland state government agencies and offices will be closed. In addition, the governor announced that the state’s revised revenue projections, while still far below pre-pandemic levels, will allow Maryland to honor contracts previously negotiated with state employee unions. “In a year […]

TSA holiday screening volumes tick above 1M on several days during Thanksgiving travel period

BALTIMORE, MD—The Transportation Security Administration reported screening more than 1 million airline passengers on four individual days during the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, which began Friday, November 20 and ended Sunday, November 29. The total travel volume of passengers screened by the TSA over the 10-day period was approximately 9.5 million passengers, with volumes ranging from 35% to 45% of […]

Governor Hogan: Maryland to send COVID-19 wireless emergency alert on Thanksgiving Eve, Maryland State Police to step up compliance enforcement

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Monday afternoon announced that the state would be stepping up enforcement of COVID-19 restrictions as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches and cases surge across the state. At 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25, the Maryland Emergency Management Agency will send a wireless emergency alert to cell phones across the state to remind Marylanders of critical COVID-19 […]

Baltimore County government offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, including Health Department COVID-19 testing sites and CountyRide van service, will be closed on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 in recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed on Thursday, November 26. County parking meters are free on the holiday. Due to the […]

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company train garden to open this weekend

UPDATE: WMVFC now strongly encourages making a reservation. General admission will be still be available, however reservations will take priority. Original story below… ——— WHITE MARSH, MD—The White Marsh Volunteer Company shared some good news on Monday morning. In order to accommodate additional guests, their annual train garden will open two weeks early, starting at 9 a.m. this Saturday, November […]

‘Miracle’ Christmas pop-up to return to Lib’s Grill

PERRY HALL, MD—”Miracle,” the Christmas cocktail pop-up, will be returning to Lib’s Grill of Perry Hall this holiday season after a successful run in 2019. “Miracle” is a Christmas-themed, pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday décor, professionally-developed cocktails, and the nostalgic energy of an office party, “Miracle” is sure to get even […]

Perry Hall/White Marsh Business Association announces Christmas Scavenger Hunt

PERRY HALL, MD—The Perry Hall/White Marsh Business Association has announced a fun new holiday activity for residents, families, and for local businesses. Their new Christmas Scavenger Hunt encourages residents to visit local businesses in order to find various items and take a picture of/with them. So how do you play?  Participants will need to download the gameboard & clues, which […]