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Bel Air land purchased by Harford County for new elementary school
Harford County finalized its purchase of a 45-acre site in Bel Air late last month and transferred ownership to the county Board of Education. The land will be used for a new school for elementary students as well as students of Harford Academy, which serves those with severe disabilities. “This milestone isn’t just about a new building; it represents our unwavering commitment to providing the ...
Sheetz to open first Baltimore County store in Middle River
MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Sheetz is coming to Baltimore County. The Pennsylvania-based gas station/convenience store chain plans to open its first Baltimore County location at the intersection of White Marsh Boulevard and Campbell Boulevard in Middle River. Sheetz also plans to open a new location off of Route 22 in the...
Harford schools budget passes with reduction of staff
The Harford County Board of Education passed a fiscal 2025 budget that includes an additional $6.5 million in funding from the county government and the use of $30 million in school system savings. Officials unanimously approved the school’s operating budget, food and nutrition fund and capital improvement budget, all totaling $778.43 million, during a special budget meeting Thursday morning. ...
Juneteenth to be celebrated in Cecil County
PERRYVILLE — Elkton has celebrated Juneteenth for a couple of years and will do so again June 19 at the Elkton Community Center from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. This year Lion of Judah Bible Cafe in Perryville has decided to do likewise, with an open house that day from noon until 4 p.m. Merian Harmon, director of the community service based non profit at 304 Aiken Avenue, said there...
St. Stephen School Carnival returns to Kingsville this weekend
KINGSVILLE, MD—An annual tradition returns to Kingsville this weekend. The St. Stephen School annual carnival will be held 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. on June 13, 14, and 15, 2024. The event will feature rides, games, pit beef, fried dough, live music, a beer truck, and more. “Ride all...
Baltimore County Animal Express stopping at THE AVENUE at White Marsh this month
WHITE MARSH, MD—Furry friends are coming to THE AVENUE at White Marsh later this month, and they will be looking for their forever homes. Baltimore County Animal Services will host their Adoption Express Event on Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. It will be located...
Avenue Community Calendar
Tuesday, May 7, to Tuesday, August 27 WMVFS Food Truck Tuesdays Spend the day with neighbors and support the White Marsh Volunteer Fire — EMS. Food, drinks, dessert and live music will be available at “Food Truck Tuesdays” events every Tuesday through August 27, 2024. Food trucks rotate weekly and include local favorites like Once Upon a Potato, Farm to Fork, Don’s Dogs, Mr. Souvlaki, Conrad’s, Jimmy’s Seafood, Miss Twist,...
White Marsh Interchange Park cuts ribbon, three companies sign leases
WHITE MARSH, MD—A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at White Marsh Interchange Park on Wednesday. The Merritt Properties business park will support more than 1,000 jobs in northeastern Baltimore County. Located off of I-95 near I-695 at 10301 Philadelphia Road in White Marsh, the 56-acre project sits within Merritt’s Baltimore...
Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library adds new board members
TOWSON, MD—The Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library has announced that three new individuals have been appointed to the organization’s Board of Directors, bringing a wealth of experience to the board. Shafiyq Hinton, Danielle Marshall, and Mindy O’Malley were all appointed to the board with a commitment to...
Main Street Chestertown Moves to Visitors Center: Ribbon Cutting June 20
Main Street Historic Chestertown, Inc., is pleased to announce that it has recently moved its offices from Town Hall to the Kent County Visitors Center at 122 N. Cross Street, Chestertown. A special ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Main Street Chestertown’s new location will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 5:00 – 6:30 pm.
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