Argentine Navy Tall Ship ‘ARA Libertad’ Arrives in Baltimore
Argentine tall ship ARA Libertad arrived to Baltimore this weekend and is currently at the Inner Harbor West Wall.
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South Baltimore Business Roundup
Two Federal Hill businesses close, a longtime Harborplace staple closes, a former bed & breakfast is up for auction, an office expansion Downtown, and a Federal Hill boutique adds a D.C. location.
Million Dollar Monday: Three-Bedroom Locust Point Townhome with a Luxury Kitchen, Large Rooftop Deck, and Two-Car Garage
So many upgrades! Two owner’s bedrooms with private baths & walk in closets, third bedroom also with bath, hardwood floors throughout, gas fireplace with custom built ins, built in office nook in kitchen and full size dining room. Lower deck and grilling area off living room, upper sky lounge with wet bar and beverage center, enormous party deck with firework/ skyline views. Two car garage with storage.
Downtown and South Baltimore Traffic Modifications for the Ray Lewis Parade on Saturday
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of the road closures and parking restrictions that will be implemented for the Ray Lewis Parade. The event will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Under Armour to Lay Off 400 Employees
As part of its 2018 restructuring plan, Under Amour announced today it will be reducing its global workforce of approximately 13,500 employees by 3% which equates to roughly 400 employees. These layoffs will be completed by March of next year.
Nine-Story Locust Point Project on Woodall Street Approved by the Baltimore Zoning Board
Despite the protest by many Locust Point residents, the Baltimore City Board of Municipal & Zoning Appeals (BMZA) approved a plan from Goodier Properties this week to construct a new nine-story, mixed-use structure with 28 dwelling units; office and retail space at 1401-1407 Woodall St.; and a five-story parking garage on the adjoining lot.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Wow, what a weekend lineup of events! This weekend features the 17th Annual Pigtown Festival with live music, local beers, and pig races. Plus, Federal Hill Oktoberfest, Dining Out For Life, Ray Lewis Hall of Fame Parade, Civil War Days, Cherry Hill Arts & Music Festival, Holy Rosary Polish Fall Festival, Broncos/Ravens, Baltimore Magazine’s Music Festival, brewery events, pet fundraisers, outdoor fitness, and much more.
Baltimore Police Department Mounted Unit Equestrian Facility Coming to B&O Railroad Museum Property
The new 13,000-sq. ft. equestrian facility sits on a 2.4-acre plot of museum property that is located in the grass area adjacent to B&O Railroad Museum’s train tracks that run west of the museum. The site is just north of Carroll Park, and just south of the Traci Adkins Park and Mount Clare neighborhood.
Orioles Braille Uniforms Up for Auction to Benefit National Federation of the Blind
Orioles players and coaches wore specially-designed jerseys with Braille lettering, becoming the first American professional sports team to wear Braille-lettered jerseys.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
According to the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Crime Map, the following crimes were reported from 9/8/18-9/14/18.
Smart Cans Added to South Baltimore
DPW says the cans have several advantages including their ability to confine litter and prevent it from overflowing, keep rodents away, and transmit data that lets DPW staff know when trash needs to be picked up. The large, black cube cans have a Baltimore City seal, a “Keep Baltimore Clean” panel, and a currently-vacant space for advertisements.
New Townhomes Coming to a Mostly-Abandoned Area Near Carroll Park
“We are trying to bring back this community to the way it was in the 1970s and 1980s,” said Bill West of Stavrou Construction Inc. and Baltimore Redevelopment LLC . “It’s a risk, but these properties can’t keep sitting like this.”
New Mural on Light Street in Federal Hill
A new mural is now on display on the side wall of 1125 Light St. in Federal Hill. The mural, which was painted by Spanish mural artist Sabek, features a large panther sitting down and looking back towards the street.
South Baltimore Weekend Open Houses
Here is a rundown of the open houses this weekend in South Baltimore. Buy a house, stay a while!
Former Schuster Concrete Building in Port Covington to Become an Events Space
Prior to Weller Development beginning its renovations, it had peeling and faded paint on the metal exterior surface, some graffiti, and broken and missing windows on both sections of the building. Weller Development painted the roof of the metal warehouse red, painted the sides black, and replaced the windows on the warehouse section with new Plexiglass.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Morgan State Night and Georgetown Night at Oriole Park, Butchers Hill Flea Market, Pop Up Shop at Second Chance, Rhythm Festival, Baltimore Seafood Festival, brewery events, outdoor fitness, farmers’ markets, and more fun!
Former ‘Rachel’ Building and Restaurant Space in Riverside Does Not Sell at Auction
An auction today at the former ‘Rachel’ building and restaurant space in Federal Hill/Riverside did not result in a sale. Matt Cooper of Alex Cooper Auctioneers, who was leading the auction that took place at the property and online, said a high bid of $475,000 was rejected by the owner.
Chapter 1 of Port Covington to Include 3 Million Sq. Ft. of Office, Retail, Residential, and Hotel Properties
Kevin Plank’s Sagamore Development Company and Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group are underway on a 235-acre redevelopment of Port Covington and have now released detailed plans for the first major phase of construction which it will call Chapter 1. This chapter will tackle the eastern section of Port Covington in the grass lots just east of The Baltimore Sun’s Sun Park along E. Cromwell St. and will have 3.025 million sq. ft. of new buildings.
A Food Market, Apartments, and Office Buildings Planned for First Phase of Port Covington
The first phase of Chapter 1 will be called Rye Street Market, which is a multi-block, mixed-used development across from the Sagamore Spirit Distillery on E. Cromwell St. Rye Street Market is highlighted by a large food market sharing the same name.
Tuesdays Under 250: Renovated South Baltimore Rowhome for $164,900
This 992 sq. ft., one-bedroom rowhome features a den/office, hardwood floors, exposed brick, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a fenced-in patio, a large bedroom, and a mudroom.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
According to the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Crime Map, the following crimes were reported from 9/1/18-9/7/18
Million Dollar Monday: Ritz-Carlton Condo Featuring a 2,200 Sq. Ft. Terrace with a Hot Tub, Television Area, and Outdoor Kitchen
This two-bedroom Ritz-Carlton condo in Federal Hill features hardwood floors; a lot of natural light; crown molding; a luxury kitchen with high-end appliances; a large master suite with a large bathroom and a private covered deck; and a large 2,200 sq. ft. outdoor terrace with a hot tub, outdoor kitchen, television area under a pergola, gardens, landscaping, artificial turf, and skyline views.
SoBo Halloween Bash on October 27th at Riverside Park
This Halloween event for all ages features a costume contest with prizes, live music, food, beer, wine, lawn games, crafts, books, and more fun.
Tall Ships Kalmar Nyckel and Draken Harald Harfage at the Baltimore Harbor This Weekend
Kalmar Nyckel, the 141 ft.-tall ship from Lewes, Delaware, is at the Baltimore Inner Harbor this weekend and Draken Harald Harfage, a 115 ft.-Viking replica ship from Norway, is also arriving today at Brown’s Wharf Pier in Fells Point. Get info on tours and sails on these two large vessels.
South Baltimore Weekend Open Houses
Here is a rundown of the open houses this weekend in South Baltimore. Buy a house, stay a while!
Sunday Traffic Modifications for the Run to Remember 5k & 11k
This Sunday, traffic modifications will be in effect for the Run to Remember 11K/5K/1 Mile Fun Run & Walk. The event will begin on Pratt Street in front of the World Trade Center at 8:46 a.m. on Sunday, September 09, 2018.
Mid-Week Listing: End-of-Group, Extra-Wide Townhome with a Garage on Fort Avenue
Extra-Wide End-of-Group Townhome boasting 2100+ sq. ft. and Off-Street Parking/Garage. The main level offers a spacious open layout with tons of light and tall ceilings. Spectacular kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. Main level half bath & office. The upper level includes a massive master suite with new bathroom, two additional guest rooms, laundry room, and a deck off of the master.
Das Bier Haus to Open Its New Second-Floor Dining Room This Saturday
After a couple years of planning, construction, and permitting, Das Bier Haus will open its second-level dining and bar room this Saturday. The new space will approximately double the size of the South Baltimore German restaurant and increase its capacity by 90.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
A stacked weekend events lineup as the Fall gets underway in Baltimore. Make sure to stop by the Locust Point Festival for local beers and food, bands, games, vendors, and more fun. This weekend also has the Riverside Summer Concert Series, the Ravens home opener, Hampdenfest, Bacon Jam, Purple Patio, Trucks for Tots, Run to Remember, Nick Cannon, cleanups, outdoor concerts, book signings, and more fun.
Locust Point Residents Oppose Proposed Nine-Story Building on Woodall Street
The Locust Point Civic Association (LPCA), Councilman Eric Costello, Domino Sugar, and many residents on the 1400 blocks of Woodall St. and Stevenson St. have teamed up to oppose a proposed nine-story building and adjacent parking garage at 1401-1407 Woodall St. The proposed development from Goodier Properties would take the place of two less than two-story industrial buildings and a vacant lot that face E. Key Hwy., Woodall St. and Stevenson St.
Orioles to Honor National Federation of the Blind on September 18th with Braille Jerseys
The Orioles will honor Riverside’s National Federation of the Blind by becoming the first American sports team to incorporate Braille lettering into the gameday uniforms.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
An aggravated assault in Pigtown; a robbery in Carroll-Camden; a stolen car in Otterbein and Hollins Market; and four larcenies at the Inner Harbor.
Tuesdays Under 250: Newly-Renovated Pigtown Rowhome with a High-End Kitchen and Finished Basement
This brand-new renovation in Pigtown features hardwood, polished concrete, and tile floors; painted exposed brick; a high-end kitchen with white cabinets and a quartz breakfast bar; subway tile bathrooms; a finished basement; and a back deck.
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