Tired of the thousands of vacant structures blighting city neighborhoods, Councilman Kristerfer Burnett is proposing a new way for Baltimore to hold negligent owners accountable.
Burnett’s bill would force vacant property owners to post a sign or a pay a fine
Baltimost: Audrey Van de Castle, metalworker and makerspace manager for Stanley Black & Decker
Baltimost is a Baltimore Fishbowl feature series that asks locals what they love about their city. The idea is to celebrate Baltimore and the people who make it so unique.
So what makes Baltimore the Baltimost to you? It could be a favorite place, a great meal, a memorable interaction or something else entirely. Email suggestions to Karen at [email protected]
Audrey Van de Castle, 27, is the makerspace and open innovation manager for Stanley Black & Decker.
In her words: “I grew up in Baltimore and went to Mercy High School. My dad was in construction, so I was around tools from a young age, but I didn’t really see them as my passion until I got my hands on a welder in college.
After sinkhole and erosion repairs, light rail service is restored
It’s been a long month and a half for light rail passengers, but officials say the entire system is now back online.
Monday Morning Headlines: Taking stock of development in downtown Towson; Baltimore moms, students march for gun reform; and more
Moms, students rally in Baltimore for gun legislation — WBAL-TV
How much in taxes could Maryland make off legal weed? It’s hard to say. — The Sun
Chris Davis meets 9-year-old Red Sox fan who wrote letter to him during historic slump — WMAR 2
Surveillance Plane Creator To Meet With BPD Commissioner Harrison In Renewed Push To Get Plane Back In The Sky — CBS Baltimore
Friday Afternoon Headlines: More talk of rodents at Kushner-owned apartments in Baltimore area; ‘Substantial progress’ reported in Pimlico negotiations; and more
Eddie’s joins other grocers in rewarding customers who bring reusable bags
As city lawmakers weigh banning plastic bags and levying a new tax on paper ones, homegrown Baltimore grocer Eddie’s of Roland Park is joining its peers in trying to incentivize shoppers to bring their own receptacles from home.
Feds charge man with making threatening calls to Owings Mills synagogue
A federal grand jury yesterday indicted 64-year-old man Stephen Lyle Orback for making threatening calls to the Rosh Pina Messianic Congregation in Owings Mills, suggesting there would be a mass shooting at the synagogue.
Grand Central and Agora redevelopment projects in Mount Vernon move ahead
Two Mount Vernon redevelopment projects are moving ahead after Baltimore’s preservation commission this week approved designs that will significantly alter a prominent block of N. Charles Street.
Landmark Partners won approval for its plan to build an eight-story office building called City House Charles in place of the Grand Central nightclub at 1001-1003 N. Charles Street. Developers say they have already identified tenants for 100 percent of the office portion.
And Agora Inc. was permitted to transform the former Hynson, Westcott and Dunning building at 1030 N. Charles St., to a new hub for its growing workforce. It will be the 13th building renovated by Agora along the Charles Street corridor, which has become a virtual campus for its employees.
Hot Plate: B-More Kitchen Battle of the Brands, Fiesta del Mar at Clavel, cooking classes at Gertrude’s and Cosima and more
Summertime is waning, but that doesn’t mean the Baltimore restaurant scene is heading off on vacation. This week includes news of a bunch of high-profile autumn openings, continuing restaurant week promotions and several events that promise to be a lot of fun.
Here’s a look at what’s coming up:
Friday Morning Headlines: A look at the road diet on Harford Road; City’s methadone clinics consider their security after shooting; and more
Harford Road Goes On A ‘Road Diet’ — WYPR
One way to pay that big Baltimore water bill: Horseshoe casino winnings! — Baltimore Brew
Baltimore methadone clinics examine security needs in wake of recent shooting — The Sun
Jackson Sharp, Rodgers Sits And Ravens Beat Packers 26-13 — AP
AFRAM 2019: Photo Essay — BmoreArt
