The city’s decision to close the Mimi Dome, which houses a beloved ice rink, reflects a woeful lack of foresight, imagination and appreciation, writes Dan Rodricks.
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Inside the Gorgeous New Coffeetable Book, “City of Artists, Baltimore”
BmoreArt’s latest publication, “City of Artists, Baltimore” pairs essays and artworks to showcase the vibrant creativity of Charm City.
Posted inBaltimore City
Task force charts a path for the Sisson Street bulk trash facility to be closed for private development – after conditions are met
A mayoral task force has voted to recommend that the city close its popular bulk trash drop-off facility on Sisson Street to make way for private development – but only after certain conditions are met.
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Politically Preaching: Kevin Slayton explores the relationship between Baltimore’s churches and politicians
Kevin Slayton explores the intersection of Baltimore’s Black churches, their leaders and local politicians who together have shaped the course of Maryland history in his book “Politically Preaching.”
Posted inAround Town
Vintage clothing sellers are building a community in Baltimore
Curated vintage gatherings and flea markets are flourishing throughout Baltimore City, fueled by feelings of nostalgia, the thrill of the hunt and a growing distaste for fast fashion.
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Chesapeake Film Festival Shares Insider Highlights of Upcoming Films and Events
Plan Your Visit Today After over 16 years, what makes the upcoming Chesapeake Film Festival in historic downtown Easton so unique? We asked Cid Collins Walker, the Festival’s Executive and Artistic Director to share some insider highlights: “Every year we task our Programming Committee with reviewing and rating hundreds of film submissions – this year over […]
Posted inColleges & Universities
Crackdown on international students continues with threats on F-1 visas
The Trump administration’s crackdown on international students — including deportations, visa revocations, interview pauses and travel bans, and most recently proposed changes to F-1 visas — have threatened those in Maryland and across the U.S.
Posted inFood & Drink
Fat is back: why Maryland dairy farmers are curdling more cheese
Maryland was once one of the largest dairy-producing states in the country. But the number of dairy farms has fallen sharply over the years.
Posted inEnvironment
Climate activists urge Maryland lawmakers to brace for Trump
Maryland climate advocates are urging the state legislature to immediately allocate resources to climate and clean energy, amid concerns that federal funding will dwindle under President-elect Donald Trump.
Posted inPolitics & Business
Gov. Moore announces $10M for small businesses across Maryland
Small businesses and economic development organizations have the chance to receive a big financial boost thanks to $10 million in grants announced by Gov. Wes Moore through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development.
Posted inPolitics & Business
Maryland Democrats praise Biden’s withdrawal, Republicans blast Harris over border
Maryland Democrats on Sunday quickly praised President Joe Biden’s sudden decision to withdraw from the presidential race just weeks before the Democratic National Convention and some immediately backed Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s new standard-bearer.
Posted inHealth and Science
Between Daylight Saving Time ending and the presidential election, how are pets dealing with big changes in routine and emotion?
Humans have had to contend with some big changes this week, notably the end of Daylight Saving Time and the 2024 election. But how are pets acclimating — and how can their owners help?
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MDFF 2025: Highlights & Hidden Gems From This Year’s Festival
The Maryland Film Festival returns this November! The five day event which will run from November 5-9, 2025, makes its annual return to the historic SNF Parkway Theatre in the center of Baltimore City. Deeply rooted in its community, the festival is committed not only to offering a diverse range of films that reflect, interrogate […]
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It’s hard to become a city, but these residents are trying anyway
Maryland hasn’t gained a new municipal government in more than two decades. This Harford County community is trying to change that.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Historic Mayfair Theatre façade to be deconstructed and reconstructed as part of new building plan
For the past eight years, the front façade of the historic Mayfair Theatre on Howard Street has been preserved even though the rest of the building has been demolished, with a local developer intending to make it part of a new mixed-use project planned for the block. But now that the developer is ready to […]
