Author Archive: Kevin Lynch
Founder and Publisher of SouthBmore.com, longtime resident of South Baltimore, and a graduate of Towson University. Diehard Ravens and O's fan, father of three, amateur pizza chef, skateboarder, and "bar food" foodie. Email me at [email protected] and follow me on Twitter at @SoBoKevin.
Ruben’s Mexican Food Opens Brooklyn Park Location, Opening Washington, D.C. Location
Federal Hill restaurant Ruben’s Mexican Food has opened a second location at 5502 Governor Ritchie Hwy. in Brooklyn Park. The new Ruben’s is inside of an American gas station.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Pig Roast at Little Havana, Guinness Open Gate Brewery 3rd Anniversary, Station North Art Walk, The Diamondback Summer Games, I Love the 90’s Bash, Ravens Stadium Practice and Fireworks Show, farmers’ markets, free outdoor fitness, and more!
Video: Fox45 Hosts a Town Hall on Crime in Federal Hill
Last week, Fox45 held a Town Hall focused on crime at Illusions Magic Bar in Federal Hill. The panelists were Ian Neuman, president of the Federal Hill Neighborhood Patrol; former South Baltimore resident Spenser Weidman; and former candidates for mayor and South Baltimore residents Bob Wallace and Thiru Vignarajah.
Topgolf Construction Opens Up Waterfront Views of The Middle Branch
The Topgolf construction at 301 Stockholm St. in Stadium Area has opened up previously-obstructed views of Ridgely’s Cove of the Middle Branch of the Patapsco River. The construction demolished the former Animal Control and Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) site, and part of the project undertakes improvements to the adjacent trail and park located behind Horseshoe Casino Baltimore’s parking garage and along the Gwynns Falls Trail.
Prepared Meal Service ‘Yes Chef’ Opening Retail Marketplace at McHenry Row
Prepared meal service Yes Chef is opening a commercial kitchen and retail marketplace at McHenry Row in Locust Point. It fills a 1,700 sq. ft. retail space formerly occupied by The Urban Oyster.
Groundwork Kitchen by Paul’s Place Opens in Pigtown
Groundwork Kitchen, a $10-million, 14,000 sq. ft. culinary arts training center, restaurant, and carryout shop at 925 Washington Blvd. in Pigtown, opened its first phase last week. The carryout shop is now open with the rest of the offerings slated to open in the coming months. This is a project by Paul’s Place which as been a part of the Pigtown community for 36 years.
Three New Four-Story Townhomes Approved for the 1800 Block of Marshall Street
A plan has been approved by the Baltimore City Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals (BMZA) for three new four-story, 2,680 sq. ft. townhomes at 1815 Marshall St. in the South Baltimore Neighborhood. The homes would replace five garages and a grass lot. The plan was submitted by NW2 Engineers.
South Baltimore Business Roundup
A smoke shop opens in Federal Hill, a collectors shop closes in Federal Hill, an office space is filled in Federal Hill, an office space is filled in Locust Point, a salon relocation in Locust Point, two Pigtown relocations, and a hotel Downtown will become apartments. Get caught up!
ZeroFox Acquires Phoenix-Based Company, Reopens South Baltimore Office
ZeroFox, the South Baltimore-based external threat intelligence and protection company, has made its second corporate acquisition in the last nine months with its recent purchase of Phoenix-based Vigilante.
Southrn’ Spice Now Open at Cross Street Market
Southern food stall Southrn’ Spice is now open at Cross Street Market in Federal Hill. Southrn’ Spice, which opened last month, takes over a stall that was vacated by Royal Farms Chicken earlier this year.
Tech Startup ‘Wire Pulse’ Relocates from Chicago to South Baltimore
Wire Pulse Inc., a technology company that provides digital solutions to the utilities, industrial wire supply, and installation industries, has relocated from Chicago to South Baltimore. Wire Pulse’s new offices are at the BGE campus at 1899 Leadenhall St. in South Baltimore.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Baltimore Beer Week, Domino Sugar Re-Light the Night, Hot Country Nights, Viva La Vida Pop-Up Market, Whiskey on the Waterfront, Wings of Love – Kuwait Adoption event, outdoor fitness, flea markets, and farmers’ markets.
Featured Listing: Three-Bedroom Federal Hill Home with Original Details, Two-Car Parking, and a Rooftop Deck
WELCOME HOME TO 1513 S. CHARLES STREET. THE HOME FEATURES 2 CAR PARKING, A ROOF DECK, ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORS, AND AN EXTRA WIDE 14’9 FT LOT MAKING FOR A WONDERFUL LIVING SPACE THROUGHOUT. IT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ON CHARLES STREET JUST A SHORT WALK TO THE BARS AND RESTAURANTS OF CROSS STREET MARKET, THE ORIOLES AND RAVENS STADIUM, AND THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
New Mural Added to Cross Street Market Facade
The colorful mural features elements of the Baltimore and Maryland flags, Federal Hill Park, food and drinks, a section reading “The Heart of Federal Hill,” and the Stella Artois logo.
One Tennis Court Resurfaced at Solo Gibbs Park, One Tennis Court Removed
Improvements are beginning at Solo Gibbs Park in Sharp-Leadenhall as Baltimore City Recreation & Parks (BCRP) is investing in the tennis courts on the northern section of park.
Federal Hill Fire Damages Six Homes
All occupants managed to escape while firefighters worked to extinguish the fire. No injuries reported and the cause is under investigation.
Weekend Events Around Town
O’s vs. Blue Jays and White Sox, Yoga at the Zoo, Maryland German Festival, B&O Rail Sale, Margarita Madness, Riverside Summer Concert Series, cocktail events, free outdoor fitness, and farmers’ markets. Have fun!
