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Baltimore Peninsula Announces Retail Market ‘The Exchange’

Baltimore Peninsula Announces Retail Market ‘The Exchange’

| November 29, 2023 | 0 Comments

Today, the Baltimore Peninsula development team announced a new retail tenant coming next year called The Exchange. This “multi-vendor goods and services retail space” will be located on the first floor of the Rye Street Market office building at 301 Mission Blvd.

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Suspended Brewing Company Announces it is Leaving Pigtown

Suspended Brewing Company Announces it is Leaving Pigtown

| November 29, 2023 | 0 Comments

Suspended Brewing Company has announced it is leaving Pigtown for a new location in North Baltimore. It will vacate its 3,000 sq. ft. building at 912 Washington Blvd. that it first moved into in 2017.

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‘Smoking Joe’s BBQ’ Closes in Federal Hill

‘Smoking Joe’s BBQ’ Closes in Federal Hill

| November 27, 2023 | 0 Comments

Smokin Joe’s Smokehouse Cafe closed its 800 sq. ft. restaurant at 1448 Light St. in Federal Hill in recent weeks. The Eastern North Carolina BBQ carryout restaurant opened in 2021 after being a catering business for 10 years.

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CFG Bank Arena Developer Considered Building a New Arena in South Baltimore

CFG Bank Arena Developer Considered Building a New Arena in South Baltimore

| November 27, 2023 | 0 Comments

Oak View Group (OVG), the company that redeveloped CFG Bank Arena and has a 30-year lease on the property, considered building a new arena before committing to renovating Baltimore’s existing Downtown arena.

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Orioles 2024 Home Schedule Features Mostly 635pm Weekday Games and 4pm Saturday Games

Orioles 2024 Home Schedule Features Mostly 635pm Weekday Games and 4pm Saturday Games

| November 28, 2023 | 0 Comments

“The earlier start time, which was introduced in 2023 for weeknight home games before Memorial Day and after Labor Day, allows families with children to enjoy more games on school nights and throughout the summer.”

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Pop-Up Holiday Roller Rink Opening This Week at Baltimore Peninsula

Pop-Up Holiday Roller Rink Opening This Week at Baltimore Peninsula

| November 20, 2023 | 0 Comments

A pop-up holiday roller skating rink is opening this Friday at the 2455 House Street office building at the Baltimore Peninsula development in South Baltimore. The third-floor, disco-themed indoor rink is in partnership with The Roller Wave.

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Weekend Events Around Baltimore

Weekend Events Around Baltimore

| November 16, 2023 | 0 Comments

Ravens vs. Bengals on Thursday Night Football, tailgates, Stoop Soiree, Christmas Village, Puppet Slamwich, Plant Swap, Maryland Majors Championship, Whiskey & Oysters, Cranksgiving, The Taylor Party, The Princess Bride, farmers markets, and more!

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35th Annual Inner Harbor Lighted Boat Parade on December 2nd

35th Annual Inner Harbor Lighted Boat Parade on December 2nd

| November 16, 2023 | 0 Comments

The Lighted Boat Parade will circle around the Inner Harbor on December 2nd starting at 5pm.

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Support for an Affordable Housing Project Stirs Debate in Locust Point

Support for an Affordable Housing Project Stirs Debate in Locust Point

| November 15, 2023 | 0 Comments

A proposal to add nine affordable housing studio apartments to the second and third story of the Immigrant House at Locust Point Community Church at 1308 Beason St. is seeking the support of the Locust Point community before moving forward. Locust Point Community Church is partnering with Cornerstone Community Housing (CCH) and Earl’s Place on the project.

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Bakery ‘Zoe’s Just Dezzerts’ Opening in Federal Hill, Employs and Supports Individuals on the Autism Spectrum

Bakery ‘Zoe’s Just Dezzerts’ Opening in Federal Hill, Employs and Supports Individuals on the Autism Spectrum

| November 15, 2023 | 0 Comments

Bakery Zoe’s Just Dezzerts opens tomorrow at 828 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill. The bakery, which focuses on coffee and desserts, is a new business by Jennifer and Adrian Goldzsmidt and their daughter Zoe Goldzsmidt, who has autism.

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Orioles Manager Brandon Hyde Named American League Manager of the Year

Orioles Manager Brandon Hyde Named American League Manager of the Year

| November 15, 2023 | 0 Comments

Last night, Orioles Manager Brandon Hyde was named the American League Manager of the Year. This year’s Major League Baseball (MLB) awards have featured a lot of black and orange as Gunnar Henderson was named American League Rookie of the Year, Orioles Vice President and General Manager Mike Elias was named the MLB Executive of the Year, and Henderson, along with Adley Rutschman, won the Silver Slugger Award, a recognition given to the top hitters at their position in the American League.

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South Baltimore Crime Updates

South Baltimore Crime Updates

| November 14, 2023 | 0 Comments

A Pigtown murder arrest, a carjacking in Ridgely’s Delight, a robbery and several burglaries in Federal Hill, a shooting and robbery in Hollins Market, a robbery in Union Square, and lots of auto thefts around the area.

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Gunnar Henderson is the Unanimous American League Rookie of the Year

Gunnar Henderson is the Unanimous American League Rookie of the Year

| November 14, 2023 | 0 Comments

Orioles 22-year-old infielder Gunnar Henderson was unanimously voted the 2023 American League Rookie of the Year (AL ROY). He is the first Oriole to win the award since Orioles reliever Gregg Olson won in 1989.

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Knockout Fitness Closes in Federal Hill

Knockout Fitness Closes in Federal Hill

| November 14, 2023 | 0 Comments

Knockout Fitness has closed in Federal Hill after 11 years. It was owned by brothers Chris and Jason Nissley. Jason Nissley is opening Bodies by Knockout in Fells Point and has a website and fitness app called Bodies by Jason. Chris Nissley said in an Instagram post he is moving on to new opportunities.

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Baltimore City Puts Historic 7 East Redwood Building Up for Sale

Baltimore City Puts Historic 7 East Redwood Building Up for Sale

| November 13, 2023 | 0 Comments

The Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC) announces the sale and Request for Proposals (RFP) for the 7 East Redwood building, a historic downtown asset primed for redevelopment.

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‘Made in Baltimore Holiday Store’ Opens at Harborplace

‘Made in Baltimore Holiday Store’ Opens at Harborplace

| November 13, 2023 | 0 Comments

“We are excited to setup our temporary pop-up in the former H&M space at the Light Street Pavilion from November-December 2023. Get ready to shop from all of your favorite local makers in ONE location!”

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Baltimore Offering Free Anti-Theft Wheel Locks for Kia and Hyundai Owners

Baltimore Offering Free Anti-Theft Wheel Locks for Kia and Hyundai Owners

| November 10, 2023 | 0 Comments

The giveaways are Saturday, November 11th at Northwood Elementary School and Wednesday, November 15th at Hollinswood Shopping Center.

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South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Discussing the Baltimore Comedy Scene with Adam Freesman

South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Discussing the Baltimore Comedy Scene with Adam Freesman

| November 10, 2023 | 0 Comments

On this episode of the South Baltimore Now! Podcast, Nate and Kevin chat with Baltimore comedian Adam Freesman. He discusses how he has become a regular in the standup comedy circuit around Baltimore, has fun on his social media channels, and produces the Baltimore, Annapolis, and Frederick shows for Don’t Tell Comedy.

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Weekend Events Around Baltimore

Weekend Events Around Baltimore

| November 9, 2023 | 0 Comments

Hoodstock, Irish Festival, Music Under the Dome, Pickle Party, Shane Gillis, Ravens/Browns, Katonia, Maryland Majors Soccer, and more fun!

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Healthy Harbor Members Swim in Inner Harbor, Invite People to Join Next Year

Healthy Harbor Members Swim in Inner Harbor, Invite People to Join Next Year

| November 9, 2023 | 0 Comments

Data from Waterfront Partnership’s 2023 Healthy Harbor Report Card, an annual report released today that tracks water quality, ecosystem health and restoration impacting Baltimore’s Harbor and streams, supports Waterfront Partnerships plans to hold a public swimming event in 2024.   

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South Baltimore Properties Available for Rent

South Baltimore Properties Available for Rent

| November 9, 2023 | 0 Comments

Looking for a rental in Locust Point or Federal Hill? We have plenty available for rent, and we also manage these properties as well. For more information contact licensed real estate sales person, Kellie Carper, by cell or email to discuss options 443-591-7158/kellie.carper@aol.com.

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‘ONE Westport’ Development Resumes After Settlement with Proposed High-Speed Train MAGLEV

‘ONE Westport’ Development Resumes After Settlement with Proposed High-Speed Train MAGLEV

| November 8, 2023 | 0 Comments

The 43-acre ONE Westport development by Stonewall Capital is resuming after reaching a settlement with Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail LLC (BWRR), a company looking to bring a Superconducting Maglev (SCMAGLEV) to the Northeast. BWRR sought to condemn Stonewall Capital’s land for future SCMAGLEV tracks but, after the settlement, ONE Westport will continue as planned.

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Affrdable Housing Project Seeks Letter of Support from Locust Point Civic Association

Affrdable Housing Project Seeks Letter of Support from Locust Point Civic Association

| November 8, 2023 | 0 Comments

A proposal to add nine “transitional housing” studio apartments to the second and third story of the Immigrant House at Locust Point Community Church at 1308 Beason St. is seeking a letter of support from the Locust Point Civic Association (LPCA). Locust Point Community Church is partnering with Cornerstone Community Housing (CCH) and Earl’s Place on the project.

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Hoodstock This Friday at The Winslow

Hoodstock This Friday at The Winslow

| November 8, 2023 | 0 Comments

Unified Community Connections, a nonprofit agency supporting people with disabilities, will hold its signature concert fundraiser Hoodstock XX on Friday, November 10 at The Winslow in Baltimore.  Hoodstock is where guests just say no to black-tie and yes to tie-dye.    

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‘The Local Oyster’ Closing on November 11th

‘The Local Oyster’ Closing on November 11th

| November 7, 2023 | 0 Comments

Yesterday on social media, The Local Oyster announced it will be closing its locations in Locust Point and Mount Vernon. Its last day of service will be Saturday, November 11th.

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Shawarma Shop ‘Gyroll’ Opens at Cross Street Market

Shawarma Shop ‘Gyroll’ Opens at Cross Street Market

| November 7, 2023 | 0 Comments

Gyroll has two lava rock rotisseries that cook a skewer of marinated and seasoned chicken shawarma as well as a skewer of beef and lamb shawarma. It offers falafel as a vegetarian option.

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New Coffee Shop Coming to Baltimore Peninsula in Spring 2024

New Coffee Shop Coming to Baltimore Peninsula in Spring 2024

| November 6, 2023 | 0 Comments

ROOST Baltimore, the extended-stay hotel and apartment building that opened in July in the Baltimore Peninsula development, announced last week a coffee shop and provisions store will open in the building in Spring 2024. The 600 sq. ft. shop will be owned by Method Co., the parent company of ROOST Baltimore.

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Expanded Christmas Village Returns to Inner Harbor on Thanksgiving

Expanded Christmas Village Returns to Inner Harbor on Thanksgiving

| November 6, 2023 | 0 Comments

Christmas Village in Baltimore will return to Inner Harbor to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Season with new surprises and more Christmas cheer!  For 2023, look for the largest footprint ever, a record number of vendors, a new outdoor winter bar, the addition of Christmas cocktails, five new sausages, new vegan options, later evening hours and a new location for the Christmas Village Tree.

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Weekend Events Around Baltimore

Weekend Events Around Baltimore

| November 2, 2023 | 0 Comments

Maverick City, Romeo Santos, Brakence, The Chinese Lady, Art Walk, Pajama Party, The Fab Four, Dirty Honey, Pumpkin Smash, BSO, TJEMS Fall Fest, Craft Beer Festival, OYEST, Baltimore by Baltimore, Snow White, Ravens/Seahawks, Ravens tailgates, Nikki Glaser, and much more!

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New Stop Sign Coming to Fort Avenue

New Stop Sign Coming to Fort Avenue

| November 2, 2023 | 0 Comments

“A huge thank you to the neighbors who brought this issue to my attention and advocated to help us get this commitment. This intersection has a high volume of pedestrian traffic, specifically parents walking their children to and from Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School (TJEMS).”

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Thomas Johnson Fall Festival This Saturday

Thomas Johnson Fall Festival This Saturday

| November 2, 2023 | 0 Comments

The Fall Festival will have fun games, activities, and delicious food items for the whole family.  Some of the activities include a moon bounce, a dunk tank, face painting, and fall crafts.

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Himalayan House Completes Building Renovation, Features New Dining Room

Himalayan House Completes Building Renovation, Features New Dining Room

| November 1, 2023 | 0 Comments

Prabhu Thapa called Locust Point “the best place in Maryland.” He said Baltimore reminds him of Katmandu, one of the cities he resided in in his native Nepal.

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Harborplace Renderings Show a Gondola Across the Inner Harbor

Harborplace Renderings Show a Gondola Across the Inner Harbor

| November 1, 2023 | 0 Comments

Renderings for MCB Real Estate’s Harborplace redevelopment showed a gondola spanning the Inner Harbor from Rusty Scupper to Pier Six Pavilion. MCB does not control the parcels where the gondola is envisioned, but did want to put the idea out there.

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