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Baltimore City Department of Transportation’s (DOT) reconstruction of the Key Hwy. and Light St. intersection is nearly complete and is now being used by cars and pedestrians. The project started in January 2018 and will be 99% complete by the end of December, according to DOT Public Relations Officer Kathy Dominick.
Christmas Village, Jesus Christ Superstar, brewery parties, ugly sweater parties, Mistletoe Mayhem, Hampden Holiday Market, Charles Village Flea Market, TUBAChristmas, Locust Point Community Church’s Christmas Play, and more. Happy Holidays!
Improvements are coming to Garrett Park in Brooklyn thanks to $830,000 in grants from public and private sources. These improvements are being coordinated by the Greater Baybrook Alliance (GBA), a community development corporation that looks to revitalize Brooklyn, Brooklyn Park, and Curtis Bay; along with Concerned Citizens for a Better Brookyn (CCBB), and Friends of Garrett Park.
Harak said he was looking around Baltimore for a new office and fell in love with the Federal Hill neighborhood. He said it’s safe and that “people say hello here.” While he has clients all over the state and often works on the road, he said he loves Baltimore and the gravitas of having a firm located in the city.
A&C Pack and Ship opened this month at 1400 W. Lombard St. in Union Square. It is owned by Calvin Orr and C. Nicole Orr who bought the 3,642 sq. ft. building in February and renovated its storefront and four apartments.
This two-bedroom home in Federal Hill features hardwood floors, exposed brick, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a double vanity, a subway tile shower/tub, vaulted ceilings, and a back patio.
A 34,500 sq. ft. building at 1900 Light St. in South Baltimore/Riverside will become a new collective comprised of a brewery; a combined restaurant, boutique grocery store, bar, and liquor store concept; a coffee shop; additional retail; a hydroponic agriculture production facility; and office space for startups.
Ropewalk Tavern reopened last week after being closed since July for renovations. Now in its 25th year of business in Federal Hill, Ropewalk returns with a concept the ownership group feels will “cater more to locals and families in South Baltimore.” The restaurant now has mini duckpin lanes, arcade lanes, more low-top tables, more beer taps, and a new menu.
A burglary in Ridgely’s Delight, two burglaries in Riverside, a burglary in Locust Point, and two robberies in Pigtown.
Greenspring Realty Partners, Inc. (GRP), a Baltimore-based commercial real estate and investment company, announced today it has acquired the former Gould Street Generating Station at 2105 Gould St. in Port Covington. GRP purchased the 5.5-acre waterfront site for $3,525,000 from the Exelon Corporation.
Miracle on 34th Street, Ravens/Jets on TNF, Ugly Sweater Fun Run, Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker, Orioles Winter Warm Up, holiday markets, Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl, SantaCon, Woodsy Winter Wonderland, 92Q’s Winterfest, Cross Street Christmas, Frost Fest, and more. Happy Holidays!
Vagrant Coffee started as a traveling pop-up and catering coffee business in 2017 and has since grown to have four brick-and-mortar shops in its portfolio. It opened Cafe @ 1100 in Pigtown in January; took over Milk & Honey Market in August, which has a location in Station North and will be opening a location next year in Pigtown; and took over 3 Bean Coffee in Federal Hill on October 1st.
MedStar Harbor Hospital, Greater Baybrook Alliance (GBA), and South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP) are teaming up on an effort to connect the BWI Trail in Anne Arundel County to the Gwynns Falls Trail in Baltimore City. The Gwynns Falls Trail currently ends just south of MedStar Harbor Hospital’s Cherry Hill Campus and a spur of the BWI Trail currently ends at W. Maple Rd. near N. Camp Mead Rd. in Linthicum Heights.
A Federal Hill business is closing, a Jamaican restaurant opens, a key rail project is now fully funded, a prime Federal Hill property is for lease, new murals added to Hollins Market, a brewery is now open on Thursdays, a presidential campaign office closes in South Baltimore, and a local shop owner is on the cover of Food & Beverage Magazine.
Yesterday, Deandre Devon Sleet, a 24-year-old Baltimore resident, was found guilty by a jury of murdering 25-year-old Federal Hill resident Timothy Moriconi on September 27, 2018 on the 1200 block of Riverside Ave. Sleet was found guilty of first degree murder, as well as guilty of additional robbery and firearm-related charges.
Arsons lead to an arrest in Carrollton Ridge, a stolen auto in Otterbein, a school robbery in Federal Hill, a stolen auto at the Inner Harbor, a robbery in Union Square, and some larcenies around the area.
Brooklyn’s two neighborhood signs on the northern and southern end of the neighborhood have been replaced. The project was spearheaded by the Greater Baybrook Alliance (GBA), a community development corporation that looks to revitalize Brooklyn, Brooklyn Park, and Curtis Bay, and neighborhood association Concerned Citizens for a Better Brooklyn (CCBB).
The Annual New Years Eve party features a Full Dinner Buffet, Open Bar package and live music by ‘Bye Felicia’. NYE Family Fiesta is from 12pm to 4pm, and brunch starts on New Year’s Day at 11am.
This four-bedroom home near Riverside Park features original hardwood floors; exposed brick; reclaimed wood walls, shelves, window sills, and countertops; sliding barn doors; custom bathrooms; stamped concrete floors in the basement; a parking pad; and a rooftop deck.
Gold and Company provides commercial real estate brokerage and development services to buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants in the Baltimore metropolitan area. Locally owned and operated with strong, local market knowledge.The following Industrial/Contractors buildings in South Baltimore area available with Gold and Company.
117 East Randall Street is a beautifully renovated Federal Hill rowhome with 1 CAR PARKING! This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home features an open floor plan with exposed brick, crown molding, recessed lights, and recently refinished hardwood floors. The kitchen is well equipped and offers stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops.
An event-filled weekend that includes Diamondback’s Stein Day // Lagerfest on Saturday with seven lager biers, commemorative mugs, biergarten eats, and live music all day. Additional events include Oktoberfests, SOBO Sunsets, Pinball Festival, Doors Open Baltimore, Charm City Books Grand Opening, Taco Festival, Tails on the Rails, SoWeBo Landmark 5k, Harbor Harvest Festival, and Italian Heritage Festival.
We interrupt this BARCStoberfest messaging to bring you DAS SPAGHETS—or as her shelter records read, Spaghetti. Dis grape jelly filled ottman is an incredible specimen. The straight line from her chubby cheeks to her butt cheekies is a testament to nature’s great power.
My name’s Dotalina. I’m just 1 year old, so I’m full of energy and kitten mischief! As you can see, I’m gorgeous—but there’s more to me than just a pretty face. I could spend HOURS playing with my favorite feather toys. And when I’m tired, you should feel lucky that I’ll grace you with my presence for a post-play nap.
This petite princess has the cutest wrinkly face that makes her look like she’s always smiling. Looking for the cuddliest of cuddle buddies? Well, look no further! If Pumpkin sees an empty lap, she must climb into it. She is also an excellent little spoon and can’t wait to cuddle up next to everyone.
“Every day, sweet 8-year-old Celeste dreams of finding her forever home. It’s clear that Celeste has been on her own for a while—her eyes tell the saddest story. She is gentle, mellow and so appreciative of anyone who spends time with her.
The Annual New Years Eve party features a Full Dinner Buffet, Open Bar package and live music by ‘Bye Felicia’. NYE Family Fiesta is from 12pm to 4pm, and brunch starts on New Year’s Day at 11am.
This adults-only (21+) event includes open bar, great food prepared by local chefs, raffle prizes, and karaoke culminating in the night’s legendary Power Hour! Don’t miss your chance to get out of the house, meet friends, and hear (or sing!) all your favorite hits.
Downtown Dollar or Less Days, produced by Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, provides families and visitors the opportunity to experience Baltimore’s museums and attractions at an affordable price, making Baltimore’s most popular cultural destinations accessible to all.
The Union Square Association will be holding our 34th Annual Cookie Tour on Sunday, December 8th from Noon – 4:30 pm. That represents some 500,000 cookies baked and enjoyed over the past 33 years
Save the Date for FSK’s 5th Annual Holiday Extravaganza! Get all your holiday shopping done in one stop, all while supporting Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School. Continue to check this page for updates and please spread the word!
NE Brasil, a 431-foot Brazilian Navy ship, will arrive in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor tomorrow and dock at Broadway Pier in Fells Point. It will stay for six days and depart on Thursday, November 14th.
New Acting Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Commissioner Michael S. Harrison held a meet-and-greet with the Southern District last night at Cherry Hill Elementary/Middle School. He introduced himself, listened to comments from community members, and took questions.
Baltimore Rent A Tour owner Chris Riehl decided to celebrate his 40th birthday last Thursday by releasing his song and music video ‘Baltimore!’ Riehl wants his song to be a positive message and a source of pride for Baltimore, which he calls “the greatest city in the world.”
At the walk and taking questions at the forum was Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Commissioner Gary Tuggle, Southern District Commander Major Monique Brown, Councilman Eric Costello, and the District 46 representation of Delegate Luke Clippinger, Delegate Robbyn Lewis, Delegate Brooke Lierman, and Senator Bill Ferguson.
The 600 block of E. Fort Ave., the 1400 and 1300 blocks of Jackson St. and Webster St., and portions of Key Hwy. are being affected by large amounts of running water.
The recently-renovated building at 2701 Manokin St. in Westport now has a new tenant. Big Dog Core Supply Inc. signed a lease and will be moving to the 15,000 sq. ft. building. The business is relocating from a 4,000 sq. ft. space in the Carroll-Camden Industrial Area.
Starting next Monday, a portion of E. Cromwell St. in Port Covington will close for 18 to 24 months as Chapter 1 infrastructure work continues for the Port Covington redevelopment. Cromwell St. will be closed from Port Covington Dr. adjacent to Rye Street Tavern to E. McComas St.
In recent months, 12 new businesses have opened along Pigtown Main Street. Get information on each new business, a business coming soon, and some available commercial spaces.
Two retail businesses leave Federal Hill, a new hair studio opens in Federal Hill, a company is expanding in Port Covington, a theatre is for sale in Union Square, and a new museum exhibit.
The Federal Hill South Chili Cook Off is on Sunday, January 26th from 5pm to 9pm at Little Havana. The event is a fundraiser for the Federal Hill South Neighborhood Association (FHSNA) and Digital Harbor High School.
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