Last week, we shared news about a handshake between Gov. Wes Moore and President-elect Donald Trump garnering attention on social media; the announcement of The Walters Art Museum’s new director; and details about Baltimore’s New Year’s Eve celebration and fireworks.
Revisit the stories here:
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“Moore shakes up handshake with Trump at Army-Navy game“: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore set social media aflame this weekend after a photograph of him shaking hands with president-elect Donald Trump before the Army-Navy game circulated online.
“Presenting The Gallery at Roland Park: New developer emerges to build the North Baltimore community planned by Claiborne Senior Living; construction to start in early 2025“: A new developer has emerged to take over the Claiborne Senior Living project that has been in the planning stages for nearly four years.
“Blasting for Ellicott City North Tunnel to begin Friday“: Blasting began Friday on the Extended North Tunnel, which will carry flood waters from the West End of Ellicott City underground to the Patapsco River.
“Moore announces $50 million to rehab vacant properties in Baltimore City“: Gov. Wes Moore announced $50.8 million in awards to revitalize Baltimore City’s neighborhoods and reduce vacant properties.
“Walters Art Museum names Kate Burgin as new director“: The Walters Art Museum board of trustees on Monday announced that Kate Burgin, a former deputy director at the museum, will return as its new executive director and CEO.
Editor’s Picks:
“The Days of Real Christmas Cards“: Among Christmas cards and twice-told tales after Thanksgiving dinner, Rafael Alvarez pays tribute to his former mother-in-law, Jean Rudacille, who died at home Dec. 15 surrounded by family.
“‘More than a stick’: ECD Lacrosse reaching new heights through heart and hustle“: ECD Lacrosse began brewing webbing wax in a suburban family home and has now expanded into a $13 million Hunt Valley headquarters.
“Downtown Baltimore’s new trash bins required more planning than you might think“: An effort is underway to make Baltimore’s downtown core cleaner, greener and more rodent resistant, thanks in part to a new trash bin system that is expanding to more corners than ever.
“New Year’s Eve celebration at the Inner Harbor will start at 7 p.m. and culminate with fireworks at midnight“: Mayor Brandon Scott will lead the countdown to kick off Baltimore’s Inner Harbor fireworks display on New Year’s Eve, capping a five-hour program to help ring in the New Year.
“‘Black Earth Rising’ exhibition about climate crisis and colonialism to open at Baltimore Museum of Art in May 2025“: An exhibition opening next year at the Baltimore Museum of Art will explore the relationship between the climate crisis and colonialism.
“Baker’s Dozen: 13 Questions with Chris Amendola of foraged“: Chris Amendola, chef-owner at foraged, shares his idea of perfect happiness, the difference between a good and great chef, and more.
