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Baltimore County Council unanimously passes bill restricting apartments east of White Marsh Town Center

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

WHITE MARSH, MD—The Baltimore County Council on Monday night unanimously passed Bill 52-23, which restricts new construction of apartments near White Marsh Mall. In recent weeks, plans had surfaced to build numerous apartments near both White Marsh Mall and The Avenue at White Marsh, prompting backlash from community members and elected officials alike. Bill 52-23 repeals earlier legislation that allowed […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Addressing Development Concerns and Preserving our Waterways

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. As you may have read, there are significant local concerns over the 1,000 plus new apartments coming to the White Marsh area. Many residents in Eastern Baltimore County are witnessing a sprawling development taking place along Route 1, Route 43, and beyond. Much of the rural character […]

Councilman Marks: Why I Am Restricting Apartments at the White Marsh Town Center

Posted on September 14, 2023 by News Desk

UPDATE: Bill 52-23 has passed unanimously. Original story below… The following is an editorial piece from Councilman David Marks. At its meeting on September 18th, the Baltimore County Council will consider my legislation to restrict apartments at the White Marsh Town Center. Bill 52-23 repeals earlier legislation that allowed for apartments in an area east of White Marsh Mall. That […]

Kingsville Elementary School closing at 10AM on Wednesday

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

KINGSVILLE, MD—Due to a partial power outage and needed utility work at the school site, Kingsville Elementary School will close at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 13, BCPS has announced. All afterschool and evening activities are cancelled at the school for Wednesday. Kingsville Elementary School is located at 7300 Sunshine Avenue (21087).

Harford Road shut down in Glen Arm

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

GLEN ARM, MD—Harford Road has been shut down in the Glen Arm area. At just after before 6:45 a.m. on Wednesday, the State Highway Administration reported that Harford Road was shut down at Notchcliff Road for emergency utility work. There has been no word on when the road will be reopened. Motorists should use an alternate route.

Baltimore Regional Water Governance Task Force announces series of public meetings

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Regional Water Governance Task Force this week announced a series of public meetings where officials will discuss efforts to address the region’s pressing water-related challenges and foster sustainable solutions to help ensure residents efficiently, equitably, and sustainably receive high-quality water and sewerage services. The full schedule of task force meetings is available below: Date: Wednesday, September 13 […]

New train-themed playground opens in Harford County

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

FOREST HILL, MD—Harford County’s new train-themed playground has officially opened at Friends Park in Forest Hill. The playground is designed for children ages 5–12 and is located at the northern trailhead of the Ma & Pa Trail. The new play area features engine No. 84 with several climbing elements, a slide, and a safety surface ground cover to make landings […]

Emergency utility work snarls Belair Road traffic in Fullerton

Posted on August 26, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: The power outage was reportedly caused by a drunk driver who struck a utility pole along Belair Road. Original story below… ——— NOTTINGHAM, MD—Motorists should be aware of major traffic delays on Belair Road in the Fullerton area on Saturday. At around noon, Councilman David Marks reported that there were major backups along a stretch of Route 1 due […]

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