Several Catholic churches in Baltimore area may close, merge under new proposal

UPDATE: The final list of closures has been announced. Original story below. BALTIMORE, MD—The Archdiocese of Baltimore has announced a list of several Catholic churches that may close or merge in and around the Baltimore area. The “Seek the City to Come” proposal realigns Catholic parishes throughout Baltimore City and some nearby communities in Baltimore County. Pastoral leadership for each […]

Maryland Department of the Environment recognizes local schools for ‘idle-free’ policy

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Some northeastern Baltimore County schools have been recognized by the Maryland Department of the Environment. MDE has published an “Honor Roll” recognizing schools that have established a “school idle reduction” policy. “(These schools) are making great strides to keep students, staff, and families safer by reducing vehicle emissions from unnecessary idling,” said MDE officials. MDE reminds parents that idling […]

New speed cameras to be activated in Parkville, Middle River, Essex

NOTTINGHAM, MD – The Baltimore County Police Department is preparing to activate new speed cameras. On Friday, July 12, authorities will activate four new speed camera locations in the following school zones: Sandalwood Elementary School, 900 block of South Marlyn Avenue (southbound); Essex Deep Creek Middle School, 1100 block of South Marlyn Avenue (northbound); Essex Immaculate Heart of Mary School, […]