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 Kevin@InceptMM.com and follow me on Twitter at @SoBoKevin.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
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.
Gunnar Henderson is the Unanimous American League Rookie of the Year
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.
Knockout Fitness Closes in Federal Hill
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.
Baltimore City Puts Historic 7 East Redwood Building Up for Sale
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.
‘Made in Baltimore Holiday Store’ Opens at Harborplace
“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!”
South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Discussing the Baltimore Comedy Scene with Adam Freesman
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.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
Hoodstock, Irish Festival, Music Under the Dome, Pickle Party, Shane Gillis, Ravens/Browns, Katonia, Maryland Majors Soccer, and more fun!
South Baltimore Properties Available for Rent
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.
‘ONE Westport’ Development Resumes After Settlement with Proposed High-Speed Train MAGLEV
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.
Affrdable Housing Project Seeks Letter of Support from Locust Point Civic Association
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.
‘The Local Oyster’ Closing on November 11th
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.
Shawarma Shop ‘Gyroll’ Opens at Cross Street Market
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.
New Coffee Shop Coming to Baltimore Peninsula in Spring 2024
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.
Weekend Events Around Baltimore
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!
New Stop Sign Coming to Fort Avenue
“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).”
Himalayan House Completes Building Renovation, Features New Dining Room
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.
Harborplace Renderings Show a Gondola Across the Inner Harbor
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.
